E.T. Horn Company Authorized by Dow Epoxy to Expand Distribution of Products in Eastern Colorado

Business Wire, March 9, 2006

LA MIRADA, Calif. -- The E.T. Horn Company, a leading distributor, supplier, marketer, and manufacturer of specialty chemicals, today announced that it has been authorized by the Dow Chemical Company Epoxy business to expand its coverage into the eastern region of Colorado.

Dow Chemical is a leading manufacturer of epoxy products and intermediates. Dow epoxy resins are found in a variety of products and industries including: aerospace applications, fiberglass panels, paints, varnishes, flooring coverings and coatings, boat building, wood fabrication and more.

Dow epoxy products are represented in 11 western states by the E.T. Horn's Coatings and Building Materials Group and the Advanced Materials Group.

"E.T. Horn is committed to providing our clients with quality products and service," commented Jeff Martin, vice president of sales of E.T. Horn's Coatings and Building Materials Group. "This expansion of our relationship with Dow Epoxy ensures that our clients in Colorado will continue to enjoy this service," Martin concluded.

Last year, E.T. Horn was recognized by Dow Epoxy Products and Intermediates with the prestigious 2004 Distributor Performance Award.

About The Dow Chemical Company -

Dow is a diversified chemical company that harnesses the power of science and technology to improve living daily. The Company offers a broad range of innovative products and services to customers in more than 175 countries, helping them to provide everything from fresh water, food and pharmaceuticals to paints, packaging and personal care products. Built on a commitment to its principles of sustainability, Dow has annual sales of $46 billion and employs 42,000 people worldwide. References to "Dow" or the "Company" mean The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated subsidiaries unless otherwise expressly noted.

About E.T. Horn Company -

The E.T. Horn Company is one of the nation's largest distributors, marketers and manufacturers of raw materials and chemicals for use in coatings, building materials, elastomers, lubrication, nutrition, cosmetics, personal care, and food products. Founded in 1961, the company has focused on providing formulation solutions, superior customer service and technical expertise in distributing products from only the finest manufacturers. For additional information contact the company at 800-442-HORN or visit www.ethorn.com.