Buckman Announces Global Paper Division Chemicals Price Increase

Buckman (Memphis, Tenn., USA) a global company specializing in innovative chemical and smart solutions, announced on Nov. 30, 2018 global price increases for its paper division. The increases are being driven by rising raw materials, constraints from supply chain tightness and growing challenges associated with freight costs.

The price increases will be effective January 1, 2019, or as contracts allow. Below is a breakdown of the expected increases across each product lines. In addition to product price increases, Buckman will implement freight delivery increases in certain regions as required.

Coagulants: 10 - 15%

Flocculants: 10 - 20%

Defoamers: 5 - 15%

Biocides: 5 - 15%

Alkaline cleaners: 10 - 20%

These price adjustments will reportedly enable Buckman to continue to provide its customers the highest quality service, products, and technologies.

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