Eastman Chemical Company, Based In Kingsport, Has Announced It Will Decide Soon Whether It Will Close Its Workington U.K. Acetate Tow Manufacturing Facility. Officials Said The Proposed Closure Is In Response To Changes In Global Market Demand For Acetate Tow. Eastman Also Manufactures The Product At Its Kingsport Facility And In Korea. The Company Remains Committed To Supplying All Customers With Top Quality Products During And Following This Consultation Process Concerning The U.K. Plant.