Frost & Sullivan Confers Outstanding Product Innovation Award on DSM Engineering Plastics for Stanyl(R) ForTii(TM)

LONDON, December 9 - The 2009 Frost & Sullivan European Product Innovation of the Year Award
in the field of high performance polymers for electronics is presented to DSM
Engineering Plastics for Stanyl(R) ForTii(TM), the first new polymer that
meets the current market trends of miniaturisation and convergence of
electronic devices. The product offers multiple advantages including
dimensional stability, improved performance, environmental benefits, cost
benefits, strength and chemical resistance, and ease of processing.

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DSM's Stanyl(R) ForTii(TM) effectively extends the performance range of
high performance polyamides; this increases the performance-to-cost ratio for
both electronics and automotive market needs.

"This Award recognises the product development behind Stanyl(R)
ForTii(TM) for both meeting current market demands and offering optimal
customer value," notes Frost & Sullivan Research Analyst Christina Priya
Dhanuja. "In cohering with the prominent trend of miniaturisation, higher
data rates, electronic device convergence and increased SMT reflow soldering
in the assembly, Stanyl(R) ForTii(TM) is positioned to also address the needs
of the automotive and the aerospace industry, both of which are keen on
reducing weight for better fuel efficiency and introducing an even higher
content of electronics."

Formerly known as PA4T, this new halogen-free polymer uniquely combines
the most desired features, namely high mechanical, electrical and high
temperature performance. The product's unique balance of properties such as
enhanced dimensional stability, compatibility with lead free reflow
soldering, high stiffness, and mechanical strength at high temperatures
effectively meets today's and tomorrow's market needs.

"Due to its broad processing window and high flow, the high performance
product is also characterised by outstanding processability," remarks
Dhanuja. "Notably, the product outperforms alternative high-temperature
resins including polyphthalamides (PPA's) and liquid crystal polymers
(LCPs)."

It is characterised by a high melting point of 325 degrees C, a high
glass transition temperature of 125 degrees C, a high heat deflection
temperature of 310 degrees C and comparative tracking index of 600 degrees C
(PLC level 0), fulfils the second best moisture sensitivity level (MSL JEDEC
2) while offering a flow higher than any halogen free polyphthalamide.

With the highest stiffness amongst all LCPs, PPAs and PPS in the
temperature range of reflow soldering, the product has a very low warpage
change before and after reflow, making it an ideal fit to solve issues
related to co-planarity. The product also boasts high mechanical toughness,
high weld line strength and an enhanced resistance to abrasion.

Meeting our customer and market demand Stanyl ForTii is RoHS compliant
and entirely halogen and red phosphorous free. It also has high cost benefits
with an increase in throughput and yield, and lower total cost than LCP.

"Importantly, Stanyl(R) ForTii(TM) can be moulded using conventional
equipment," comments Dhanuja. "With regard to applications, Stanyl(R)
ForTii(TM) is ideally suited for lead free Surface Mount Technology, high
temperature dip soldering, eutectic bonding, packages of light emitting
diodes and full electrical or hybrid automobiles."

The Frost & Sullivan Award for Product Innovation is presented each year
to the company that has demonstrated excellence in new products and
technologies within its industry. The recipient company has shown innovation
by launching a broad line of emerging products and technologies.

Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Awards recognise companies in a variety
of regional and global markets for demonstrating outstanding achievement and
superior performance in areas such as leadership, technological innovation,
customer service, and strategic product development. Industry analysts
compare market participants and measure performance through in-depth
interviews, analysis, and extensive secondary research in order to identify
best practices in the industry.

About DSM Engineering Plastics

DSM Engineering Plastics is one of the world's leading suppliers of
quality engineering thermoplastics providing customer value through
sustainable solutions that reflect the DSM People, Planet and Profit
strategy. DSM Engineering Plastics delivers innovative opportunities for
customers who design or produce electrical applications, electronic
equipment, cars, barrier packaging films as well as many mechanical and
extrusion applications. These markets are served with a broad portfolio of
high performance materials including Akulon(R) 6 and 66 polyamides,
Arnitel(R) TPC, Arnite(R) PBT and PET polyesters, Yparex(R) extrudable
adhesive resins, and Stanyl(R) high heat 46 polyamides. Most recently, DSM
Engineering Plastics introduced the first new polymer of the 21st century:
Stanyl(R) ForTii(TM). DSM Engineering Plastics had sales in 2008 of EUR 761
with 1500 employees employed worldwide. More on: www.dsmep.com. and
www.ForTii.com

If you have any questions or requests, please contact:

    Nancy van Heesewijk             Mirelle van der Kreeft
    EMG                             DSM Engineering Plastics
    Tel.: +31-164-317-018           Tel.: +31-46-477-3051
    Fax:  +31-164-317-039           Fax:  +31-46-477-3959
    E-mail: nvanheesewijk@emg.nl    E-mail: Mirelle.Kreeft-van-der@dsm.com

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Nancy van Heesewijk of EMG, +31-164-317-018, fax +31-164-317-039, nvanheesewijk at emg.nl; or Mirelle van der Kreeft of DSM Engineering Plastics, +31-46-477-3051, fax, +31-46-477-3959, Mirelle.Kreeft-van-der at dsm.com; or Kristina Menzefricke, Promotions Manager - Europe of Frost & Sullivan, +44 (0)1353-659130, kristina.menzefricke at frost.com