94049--2/26/2010--STEPAN

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{loss, insurance, financial}

{operation, natural, condition}

{cost, regulation, environmental}

{condition, economic, financial}

{debt, indebtedness, cash}

{property, intellectual, protect}

{competitive, industry, competition}

{financial, litigation, operation}

{gas, price, oil}

{operation, international, foreign}

The Company s forecasts and other forward-looking statements are based on a variety of assumptions and estimates that are subject to significant uncertainties The Company s performance may not be consistent with these forecasts or forward-looking statements. Natural disasters, including earthquakes, fires and flooding, work stoppages and terrorism could severely damage the Company s systems and facilities or interrupt the Company s operations and result in a material adverse effect on the Company s business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. The Company faces significant competition in each of its operating segments. If the Company cannot successfully compete in the marketplace, its profitability, business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows may be materially and adversely affected. The volatility of raw material, natural gas and electricity costs as well as any disruption in their supply may materially and adversely affect the Company s business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows If the Company is unable to keep and protect its intellectual property rights, the Company s ability to compete may be negatively impacted. The Company is subject to risks related to its operations outside the U.S We are subject to a variety of environmental, health and safety and product registration laws that expose the Company to potential financial liability and increased operating costs. The Company s inability to estimate and maintain appropriate levels of reserves for existing and future contingencies may materially and adversely affect the Company s business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. We have a material amount of indebtedness and may incur additional indebtedness, or need to refinance existing indebtedness, in the future, which may adversely affect the Company s business and operations Downturns in certain industries and general economic downturns may have an adverse effect on the Company s business, financial position, results of operations and cash flows. Various liability claims could materially and adversely affect the Company s financial position, operating results and cash flows.

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94049--2/26/2010--STEPAN_CO