LOCTITE® THREADLOCKERS ACHIEVE NO. 1 SAFETY RATING

Loctite® 2400NA(TM) and 2700NA(TM) Eliminate CMRs, Allergic Skin Warnings and Prop 65 Statements

Rocky Hill, Conn. — February 3, 2012… Henkel Corporation has introduced two groundbreaking threadlocker products that have achieved an MSDS health rating of 1. Loctite® 2400NA(TM) and Loctite® 2700NA(TM) threadlockers have been formulated to enhance occupational health and safety by eliminating allergic skin, CMR, and Prop 65 hazards.  Designed for locking and sealing threaded fasteners, these products provide uncompromised chemical and thermal performance.

Loctite® 2400NA(TM) Blue Threadlocker is a medium strength, general-purpose formulation used on fasteners from 1/4-inch to 3/4-inch (6 mm to 20 mm) in diameter.  This removable strength product allows fasteners to be disassembled using standard hand tools.

Loctite® 2700NA(TM) Red Threadlocker is a high strength, general-purpose formulation used on fasteners up to 3/4-inch (20 mm) in diameter.  This product is recommended for permanent assembly and requires localized heat and hand tools for removal.

For more information on Loctite® MSDS 1-rated Threadlockers, go to www.henkelna.com/2400NA or www.henkelna.com/2700NA, or call 1-800-LOCTITE (562-8483).

Henkel operates worldwide with leading brands and technologies in three business areas: Laundry & Home Care, Cosmetics/Toiletries, and Adhesive Technologies. Founded in 1876, Henkel holds globally leading market positions both in the consumer and industrial businesses with well-known brands such as Persil, Schwarzkopf and Loctite. Henkel employs about 48,000 people and reported sales of $20.07 billion and adjusted operating profit of $2.27 billion in fiscal 2010. Henkel’s preferred shares are listed in the German stock index DAX and the company ranks among the Fortune Global 500.