Afton Chemical Launches New Lubricity Additive

According to Tara Sharrer, Marketing Manager-Fuel Additives, "Weare introducing this product to provide our customers with a costeffective solution to ASTM D-975 compliance. In addition, theexcellent low temperature handling capability of HiTEC(R) 4142 allowscustomers to simplify their inventory with the need for only oneproduct to perform in both hot and cold climates."

Along with the testing done to establish the products efficacy,Afton Chemical has run extensive testing to show no-harm performancein critical lube and fuel interactions.

The new lubricity additive will be available through AftonChemical's exclusive X-Change(TM) program. "The Afton ChemicalX-Change(TM) is a web based inventory management tool developedspecifically for fuel additive customers, providing a centralized webdatabase with unparalleled access to information, 24/7", said Sharrer.

The introduction of HiTEC(R) 4142 lubricity additive is anotherindication of Afton Chemical's commitment to providing cost effectivesolutions to our customers' changing additive requirements. AftonChemical will continue to introduce new products to enable ourcustomers to offer the quality transportation fuels that the marketsdemand.

Afton Chemical Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary ofNewMarket Corporation (NYSE:NEU). Afton Chemical develops andmanufactures petroleum additives that enhance the performance oflubricating oils and fuels to enhance their performance in machinery,vehicles, and other equipment. From custom-formulated chemical blendsto market-general additive components, Afton Chemical technology helpsfuels burn cleaner, engines run smoother, and machines last longer.