With immediate effect BASF increases prices for all its Kauramin® and Kaurit® impregnating resins by €30 per metric ton in Europe on top of fluctuations in raw material prices as of the month of August. The price increase is necessary due to higher costs for personnel, maintenance and logistics.

Kauramin and Kaurit impregnating resins are condensation products of melamine, urea and formaldehyde. They are specifically developed for the efficient lamination of any wood-based material to produce furniture and flooring.Receive the latest press releases from BASF via WhatsApp on your smartphone or tablet. Register for our news service at basf.com/whatsapp-news.

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