Anthony Locicero, Associate editor02.25.21
Hempel will increase sales prices of products and solutions as raw material prices continue to escalate.
The cost of key raw materials used in the manufacturing of coatings is now significantly higher compared to the beginning of 2020, and the trend is continuing.
For example, from January 2020 to January 2021, the cost of epoxy increased by 60 percent in Europe, 40 percent in North America and 20 percent in North Asia, according to Technon Orbichem Epoxide Resins; Liquid Spot.
In the same period, the price of zinc increased more than 16 percent globally, while copper prices rose more than 30 percent, according to London Metal Exchange).
“We’re witnessing an ongoing rise in prices for key raw materials due to increased global demand for feedstock as well as logistic challenges. This has a heavy impact on global supply and contributes to higher prices,” said Michael Hansen, executive VP & chief commercial officer at Hempel.
“We have made every effort to control and absorb the increases over the last 12 months. It is no longer possible for us to fully absorb the effects as raw material prices continue to rise. We have no other option than to increase the prices of products and solutions. Our focus remains on delivering value to and serving our customers across the world.”
