In addition, ICI shareholders
will receive a second interim dividend of up to 5 pence per share paid pro rata
by reference to where the completion date of the proposed offer falls between
July 1, 2007 and December 31, 2007.
In connection with the
acquisition of ICI, Akzo Nobel has entered into an agreement with Henkel KGaA
(Henkel) to sell all assets and liabilities comprising the Adhesives and
Electronic Materials Divisions for 2.7 billion pounds (€4.0 billion) in cash. The
transaction with Henkel is not a condition to completion of Akzo Nobel's
acquisition of ICI and will be implemented following the effective date.