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                             WATERBURY, CONNECTICUT
                                APRIL 27TH, 2004
                              FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MACDERMID ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OFSTEPHEN LARGAN AS PRESIDENT
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MacDermid announced today the appointment of Stephen Largan as President. Mr.
Largan will have responsibility for all of the business lines of the Company.

Dan Leever Chairman and CEO said, "I am delighted to be able to announce this
appointment. Stephen and I have worked very closely for the last five years,
first in his role as Vice President Finance, then as President of MacDermid
Printing Solutions Americas. Our working relationship has always been
outstanding. Stephen will be focusing on our Business Process as described in
our most recent annual report. We are excited to be working hand in hand to take
MacDermid to the next level".

Website: http://www/macdermid.com

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     MacDermid, Incorporated

NYSE - MRD
CUSIP 554273 10 2

April 27, 2004


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