Thiele Increases Price of Kaolin

Thiele Kaolin Co., Sandersville, Ga., USA, this week announced that it will increase the price on kaolin products for all markets, effective January 1. Prices will increase by 5% where contracts allow.

"As chemical, power, transportation, and other manufacturing costs continue to escalate, it has become necessary for Thiele to increase prices," said Eric Tillirson, VP of sales and marketing for Thiele Kaolin Co. "Thiele continues to aggressively pursue cost reductions through focused internal programs," he added.

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