Baby diapers acquisition strengthens SCA´s presence in Mexico and Central America

Baby diapers acquisition strengthens SCA´s presence in Mexico and
Central America

SCA is purchasing the Copamex baby diaper business in Mexico and Central
America. The purchase price is equivalent to approximately USD 50m on a
debt-free basis.

Copamex produces well-known baby diaper brands Dry Kids for the Mexican
market and Tessy Babies for consumers in Central America. Sales in the
acquired business was approximately USD 60m in 2009. Copamex holds a
number three position in baby diapers in Mexico.

“The acquisition will strengthen SCA's presence in Latin America, and
creates a base for expansion of baby diapers in Mexico and Central
America”, says CEO and President Jan Johansson.

The acquisition will add to SCA's current portfolio of hygiene products
in the region which now includes feminine care, incontinence care,
consumer tissue, away from home tissue products and baby diapers.

The transaction is expected to be completed during the third quarter of
2010, after necessary approvals from relevant authorities.

 

Stockholm July 21, 2010

 

 

For additional information, please contact

Pär Altan, Vice President Media Relations, +46 8 788 52 37

Johan Karlsson, Vice President Investor Relations, +46 8 788 51 30

 

NB

This information is such that SCA must disclose in accordance with the
Securities Markets Act.