Kemira Oyj, Press Release, February 25, 2026 at 08.00 am (EET)
Kemira will implement a price increase of 10-20% for all AKD (alkyl ketene dimer) wax products, effective immediately or as contracts permit. The adjustment is driven by significantly higher costs across the AKD wax value chain.
We remain a committed partner to our customers, ensuring security of supply while keeping our cost of production highly competitive and maintaining our high-quality service level.
For more information, please contact:
Kemira Oyj
Greg Morrison, Communications Director
Tel. +31 621 628 423
greg.morrison@kemira.com
Kiira Fröberg, VP, Investor Relations
Tel. +358 407 604 258
kiira.froberg@kemira.com
Kemira is a global leader in sustainable chemistry for water-intensive industries. We operate globally and serve a wide range of customers including municipal and industrial water treatment companies and the fiber industry. Our solutions and services help secure clean water for millions of people every day and support our customers in advancing circularity and responsible resource use throughout their value chains. In 2025, Kemira’s revenue totaled EUR 2.8 billion, and we employed approximately 4,900 people. Kemira’s shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki (symbol: KEMIRA) www.kemira.com