FAIRFIELD, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 29, 2004--The Board of Directors of Acme United Corporation (ASE:ACU) declared a cash dividend of 2 cents per share on its outstanding common stock. The dividend is payable on January 30, 2005 to stockholders of record on the close of business on January 10, 2005.

Acme United Corporation is a specialized supplier of cutting devices, measuring instruments, and safety products for school, home, and office use.

Forward-looking statements in this report, including without limitation, statements related to the Company's plans, strategies, objectives, expectations, intentions and adequacy of 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 including without limitation the following: (i) the Company's plans, strategies, objectives, expectations and intentions are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Company; (ii) the Company's plans and results of operations will be affected by the Company's ability to manage its growth, and (iii) other risks and uncertainties indicated from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

    CONTACT: Acme United Corporation
             Paul G. Driscoll, 203-332-7330
             Fax: 203-576-1547

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