Exhibit 23.8

                               CONSENT OF EXPERT

     We consent to the use of our firm's name, and the references to our
reports, in the Registration Statement on Form S-4 of Huntsman ICI Chemicals
LLC, and any amendments thereto, filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission for the registration of the 10.125% Senior Subordinated Notes due
2009.


Dated:  November 26, 1999




                                    /s/ M.J. Kratochwill
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                                      Chem Systems