Eastman Chemical Company In Kingsport Has Announced It Is Acquiring Taminco Corporation. Taminco, Based In Pennsylvania, Is A Global Specialty Chemical Company. The Total Transaction Value Is 2.8 Billion Dollars. Eastman Chairman And Ceo Mark Costa Said As A Specialty Chemical Company With Consistent Earnings Growth And Leading Positions, Taminco Is A Strong Fit With Eastman’s Strategic Focus.