PolymerLatex raising SBR latex prices

Marl, Germany-PolymerLatex GmbH & Co. KG is raising prices for its range of SNR latexes by Euro 140/tonne, the German latex supplier announced 10 March.

The increases, effective 1 April 2005, are a result of “continued drastic price pressure from raw materials,” as well as costs for securing availability of acrylic acid, and rising energy and transport costs, said PolymerLatex's statement on the increase.