KINGSPORT, Tenn., Aug. 1, 2013 - The board of directors of Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE:EMN) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.30 per share on the company's common stock.
The dividend is payable Oct. 1, 2013, to stockholders of record as of Sept. 13, 2013.
Eastman is a global specialty chemical company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With a portfolio of specialty businesses, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. Its market-driven approaches take advantage of world-class technology platforms and leading positions in attractive end-markets such as transportation, building and construction and consumables. Eastman focuses on creating consistent, superior value for all stakeholders. As a globally diverse company, Eastman serves customers in approximately 100 countries and had 2012 pro forma combined revenues, giving effect to the Solutia acquisition, of approximately $9.1 billion. The company is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA and employs approximately 14,000 people around the world. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.
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Contacts:
Media: Tracy Kilgore
423-224-0498/ tjkilgore@eastman.com
Investors: Greg Riddle
212-835-1620 / griddle@eastman.com
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Source: Eastman Chemical Company via Thomson Reuters ONE
