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17. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Consulting fees of approximately $0 and $0 were incurred during the three months and $27,000 and $33,000 during the six months ended June 30, 2017, and 2016, respectively from IHS Global FZ LLC of which Company Director Gary K Adams held the position of Chief Advisor – Chemicals until April 1, 2017.
Consulting fees of approximately $18,000 and $15,000 were incurred during the three months and $37,000 and $37,000 during the six months ended June 30, 2017, and 2016, respectively, from Chairman of the Board, Nicholas Carter. Due to his history and experience with the Company and to provide continuity after his retirement, a three year consulting agreement was entered into with Mr. Carter in July 2015.
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