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Acme United Corporation Acquires Manufacturing and Distribution Facility in Tennessee

1. Acme United purchases a $6 million facility in Tennessee. 2. The facility expands Spill Magic's manufacturing capabilities significantly. 3. Automation improvements are planned for operational efficiency. 4. Spill Magic provides critical spill management solutions across various sectors. 5. Acme United aims to strengthen its market presence with this investment.

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The acquisition signifies growth potential for ACU, improving operational capabilities similar to past strategic expansions that have positively impacted stock performance.

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The expansion supports long-term growth strategies, potentially increasing market value and stock price.

Why Long Term?

Investment in infrastructure and automation is expected to yield returns over several years, enhancing competitive advantage and scaling operations.

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July 15, 2025 08:45 ET  | Source: Acme United Corporation SHELTON, Conn., July 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acme United Corporation (NYSE American: ACU) announces the purchase of a manufacturing and distribution center in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee for approximately $6 million. The property consists of 77,000 square feet of manufacturing and warehouse space on 12 acres and is designed to be expanded by up to an additional 60,000 square feet. The facility is fully air conditioned and is built and maintained to meet FDA-approved food-grade specifications. The facility will primarily be used by Spill Magic, which Acme United acquired in 2017 and which has outgrown one of its currently leased spaces. Walter C. Johnsen, Chairman and CEO, said, “We’re thrilled to be growing the Spill Magic business and to be putting a strong infrastructure in place to fuel its continued success. We plan to invest in capital improvements focused on automation, positioning this site to become one of our most advanced and efficient operations. We’re proud to become part of the Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee community.” Spill Magic is a leader in bodily fluid and spill clean-up solutions with a lightweight, absorbent powder that quickly encapsulates a spill. The Spill Response System provides all the necessary tools to effectively clean up spills, saving time, money and reducing slip & fall accidents in various venues, including grocery, retail, and big box stores; food service & hotel chains; municipal facilities; and industry-specific distributors in the U.S. ACME UNITED CORPORATION is a leading worldwide supplier of innovative safety solutions and cutting technology to the school, home, office, hardware, sporting goods and industrial markets. Its leading brands include First Aid Only®, First Aid Central®, PhysiciansCare®, Spill Magic®, Westcott®, Clauss®, DMT®, Med-Nap, Safety Made and Elite. For more information, visit www.acmeunited.com.   Forward Looking StatementsThe Company may from time to time make written or oral “forward-looking statements” including statements contained in this report and in other communications by the Company, which are made in good faith pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based on our beliefs as well as assumptions made by and information currently available to us. When used in this document, words like “may,” “might,” “will,” “except,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “potential,” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Forward-looking statements in this report, including without limitation, statements related to the company’s plans, strategies, objectives, expectations, intentions, and adequacy of capital and other resources are made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. We are also subject to additional risks and uncertainties as described in our periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. CONTACT:  Paul G. Driscoll     Acme United CorporationPhone: (203) 254-6060     1 Waterview DriveFAX: (203) 254-6521     Shelton, CT 06484         

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