Quaker Chemical Corporation Increases Quarterly Dividend

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May 11, 2011, 02:30 ET

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., May 11, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR) today declared an increase in the quarterly dividend to $0.24 per share, payable on July 29, 2011, to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 15, 2011.

Michael F. Barry, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President commented, "The increase in the dividend reflects our continuing commitment to enhancing shareholder returns and confidence in our prospects for 2011 and beyond."

Quaker Chemical Corporation is a leading global provider of process chemicals, chemical specialties, services, and technical expertise to a wide range of industries - including steel, aluminum, automotive, mining, aerospace, tube and pipe, coatings, and construction materials. Our products, technical solutions, and chemical management services enhance our customers' processes, improve their product quality, and lower their costs. Quaker's headquarters is located near Philadelphia in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.

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