August 24, 2001

Porex Surgical Inc. Receives Highest U.S. Export Award

Porex Surgical, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Porex Corporation (Fairburn, GA), announced today it has received the President's "E" Award for Exports, the highest honor from the United States government for American firms which export its products to overseas markets. The official presentation was incorporated into a keynote address made by U.S. Commerce Secretary Donald L. Evans at the Georgia Chamber of Commerce Congressional Luncheon in Atlanta on August 23, 2001.

In a letter of commendation Secretary Evans stated; "I am very pleased to recognize the achievements of Porex Surgical in opening new markets around the world for its products. Your company has displayed impressive export growth, more than doubling its overseas sales in the last four years. By remaining dedicated to selling a high quality, high tech product, Porex Surgical has developed international demand and opened up markets for U.S. goods. The intelligence and foresight of your international marketing and professional development programs have delivered great success."

L. Franklin Bost, President of Porex Surgical, Inc., stated, "Porex Surgical is one of the few companies to receive the "E" Award this year. The recognition it will bring is a testament to both our company and our dedicated employees in servicing our international customers and distributors. This award reinforces our commitment to maintaining world-class quality and service."

Porex Surgical, Inc. specializes in cutting edge sterile surgical craniofacial products - including MEDPOR® Biomaterial Implants and NovaBone-C/M™ Synthetic Bone Graft Particulate for hospitals, clinics and private practices. Since its inception, Porex Surgical Inc. has worked with surgeons from around the world in the design, surgical evaluation and publication of clinical results on new products and surgical techniques. This cooperative approach produces a stream of new products that benefit patients, surgeons and the cost-effective delivery of healthcare. The company's products are sold throughout the United States and through distribution in over 40 countries around the world.

For more information please contact Porex Surgical at 1-678-479-1610 or visit our website at www.porex.com, then click on Surgical Products Group.

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