dupont Earnings Release2007 1st

DuPont reported a 15% increase in earnings per share for the first quarter of 2007 compared to the same period in 2006. Sales grew 6% due to a 2% increase in local currency prices, 2% higher volumes, and a 2% benefit from currency exchange. DuPont reaffirmed its full year 2007 earnings outlook of approximately $3.15 per share, excluding significant items.