Rayovac Maximum Alkaline batteries are packaged in traditional carded packs and in New Clear         Value and Pro Packs. These new resealable packs are the ideal way to store and organize your         batteries.                   Rayovac Rechargeables RECHARGEABLE MARKET FACTS Increased consumer usage of high-drain battery-operated devices, such as digital cameras, handheld TVs, portable organizers and two-way radios as well as cost savings associated with rechargeables versus alkaline has resulted in significant growth in rechargeable battery market. Rechargeable battery sales are the fastest growing segment of the total batteries category in the U.S. retail market, growing at nearly 3 times the rate of alkaline. Digital cameras now account for half of all cameras sold, and most digital camera manufacturers recommend NiMH over alkaline for use in their products. 50% of all rechargeable battery sales are now NiMH, compared to 10% a year ago. Rayovac Rechargeables—The Industry Leader Rayovac is the leader in rechargeable technology and the #1 rechargeable battery brand in the U.S. Rayovac sells three out of every four rechargeable batteries in the U.S. mass merchandiser channel. Rayovac sells nearly two out of every three battery chargers in the U.S. mass merchandiser channel. Rayovac rechargeable battery dollar sales in the U.S. mass merchandiser channel are up 37.9% for the year and continue to grow. Rayovac offers a full line of rechargeable products including the new 1-Hour NiMH Charger, high-capacity, longer-lasting NiMH batteries, Rechargeable Alkaline batteries and chargers for three rechargeable systems (NiMH, Renewal and NiCd).