Air Products Announces Security Charge for High-Purity Process Chemicals

Air Products
(NYSE: APD) today announced that it will implement a security charge for
high-purity process chemicals (HPPC), effective November 1, 2005, to help
offset costs associated with plant security improvements at Air Products
production facilities, a large majority of which are a direct result of U.S.
anti-terrorism efforts. An increase of $1.25 per case and $15 per drum will
be imposed.
The improvements are part of a continuing industry initiative to increase
security at chemical facilities and an ongoing effort by Air Products to
enhance the overall safety and reliability of supply of its electronics
products and services. As part of this effort, Air Products also completed a
Security Vulnerability Assessment for all of its electronics manufacturing
facilities . a survey that resulted in continuing upgrades for computer
monitoring systems, truck design and logistics, and additional plant security
measures.
Air Products is a leading supplier of materials (gases and chemicals),
equipment and services to the global semiconductor and electronics industries.
Through its extensive product line, technological know-how and lasting
customer relationships, Air Products has earned the trust of its customers by
knowing their businesses, understanding their challenges, and finding
effective solutions.
Air Products (NYSE: APD) serves customers in technology, energy,
healthcare and industrial markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of
products, services and solutions, providing atmospheric gases, process and
specialty gases, performance materials and chemical intermediates. Founded in
1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as
semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural
gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is
recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment
to safety and the environment and is listed in the Dow Jones Sustainability
and FTSE4Good Indices. The company has annual revenues of $7.4 billion,
operations in over 30 countries, and nearly 20,000 employees around the globe.
For more information, visit http://www.airproducts.com.

***NOTE: This release may contain forward-looking statements. Actual
results could vary materially, due to changes in current expectations.

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