ADAPCO Receives Green Light for Distribution of New Mosquito Control Formulation; Cognis Granted EPA Approval for New AGNIQUE(R) Product Line Extension.

SANFORD, Fla. -- Cognis Corporation, an affiliate of Cognis GmbH worldwide and manufacturer of specialty chemicals, has been granted Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approval for a new granular formulation of its liquid mosquito control product, AGNIQUE(R) MMF (monomolecular film). ADAPCO, Inc., the world's largest distributor of mosquito control products and the exclusive distributor in the United States and Caribbean of AGNIQUE products since 2000, is signed on to distribute the new granular product, AGNIQUE MMF G.

According to the manufacturer, AGNIQUE MMF G is the only known granular mosquito control product on the market that kills all mosquito life stages-- larvae, pupae and resting adults. "We are very eager to get this product into our customers' hands for trials and evaluations," said Tom Wells, national sales manager of ADAPCO, Inc. "This product offers many significant advantages over other granular formulations and it will give our customers another valuable tool to effectively control immature mosquito populations."

An additional benefit of AGNIQUE MMF G is its ability to be used effectively in a variety of habitats and in a more cost efficient way. "Many customers have asked for a granular version of AGNIQUE MMF, and we are now pleased to be able to offer the right solution," said Cognis NA business manager, Dean Oester. "MMF G will offer the same level of control as our liquid MMF with the added benefits of extending the modes of application and allowing easier treatment of hard to reach mosquito breeding habitats."

The product is administered through any ground or aerial granular application equipment to heavily mosquito-populated areas. The granule design will allow the product to penetrate canopies formed by trees and other foliage, guaranteeing that the product reaches its desired target. Once in contact with water, the product is self-spreading, has a long residual period and provides full life stage mosquito control.

The product is being submitted for state registrations and should be available in late summer or early fall 2006. For more information about AGNIQUE MMF G or other mosquito control products, please contact your local ADAPCO representative, or ADAPCO customer service at 800-367-0659.

Headquartered in Sanford, Florida, ADAPCO, Inc. is the world's largest distributor of mosquito control insecticides, application equipment and odor control products to the mosquito control, forestry, agriculture and wastewater markets. In addition to its comprehensive range of products from 24 diverse manufacturers, ADAPCO also develops and produces advanced aerial and ground-based technologies and equipment that continue to establish new standards and trends for the industries in which they are used, as well as provides comprehensive aerial and ground-based mosquito control and pesticide application service that is highly regarded for its IPM programs, national crisis response team and quality assurance programs.

Cognis is a worldwide supplier of innovative specialty chemicals and nutritional ingredients, with a particular focus on the areas of wellness and sustainability. The company employs about 8,000 people, and it operates production sites and service centers in 30 countries. Cognis has dedicated its activities to a high level of sustainability and delivers natural source raw materials and ingredients for food, nutrition and healthcare markets, and the cosmetics, detergents and cleaners industries. Another main focus is on products for a number of other industries, such as coatings and inks, lubricants, textiles, as well as agriculture and mining. The company holds a 50-percent stake in the joint venture Cognis Oleochemicals, one of the world's leading manufacturers of oleochemicals.

Cognis is owned by private equity funds advised by Permira, GS Capital Partners, and SV Life Sciences. In 2005, Cognis recorded sales of 3.18 billion euros and an Adjusted EBITDA (earnings before interest, income taxes, depreciation, amortization and exceptional items) of 356 million euros.