Intention to Delist Syngenta American Depositary Shares from NYSE and Terminate U.S. Reporting Obligations

BASEL, Switzerland–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Following the previously announced cancellation of all publicly held
registered shares of Syngenta AG (“Syngenta”) with a par value of CHF
0.10 each in connection with the completion of the public tender offer
for all publicly held registered shares of Syngenta by CNAC Saturn (NL)
B.V., Syngenta today announced that it intends to voluntarily delist its
American Depositary Shares from the New York Stock Exchange and
subsequently deregister and terminate its reporting obligations under
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Following the
cancellation of all publicly held registered shares of Syngenta, CNAC
Saturn (NL) B.V. will own 100% of all outstanding registered shares of
Syngenta.

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security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available
resources. Through world class science and innovative crop solutions,
our 28,000 people in over 90 countries are working to transform how
crops are grown. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation,
enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities. To learn more
visit www.syngenta.com
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Contacts

Syngenta International AG
Media Office
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Switzerland
Tel:
+41 61 323 2323
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www.syngenta.com
or
Media:
Switzerland
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or
USA
Paul Minehart, +1 202 737
8913
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or
Analysts/Investors:
Andrew
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USA +1 202 737 6521