Issue of commercial paper

Norsk Hydro ASA has on May 9, 2011, issued a NOK 1,000 million commercial paper
with maturity August 15, 2011, coupon 2.66% p.a. Arranger is DnB NOR Bank ASA,
DnB NOR Markets.

This information is subject of the disclosure requirements pursuant to section
5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act.


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