Exhibit 99.1

Dynacast International Inc. Announces Agreement to Acquire Kinetics Climax, Inc.

Charlotte, North Carolina, September 3, 2014 /PRNewswire/ — Dynacast International Inc. (“Dynacast” or the “Company”), a global die casting and metal injection molding (“MIM”) manufacturer, serving the automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare, hardware, computers and peripherals end markets among others, announced today that Dynacast, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of the outstanding equity of Kinetics Climax, Inc., (“Kinetics”) a global provider of MIM components serving the medical, automotive and other end markets. Kinetics is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Climax Engineered Materials, LLC, a Freeport-McMoRan Inc. company (NYSE: “FCX”).

Pursuant to the Stock Purchase Agreement (“SPA”) executed on August 27, 2014, the purchase price payable to Climax upon closing of the acquisition will be $55,000,000 less debt and transaction expenses and will be subject to a post-closing working capital adjustment. The SPA also provides for a cash earn-out payment (not to exceed $15.0 million) based on the financial performance of Kinetics through December 31, 2015.

“This acquisition will establish Dynacast not only as the premier precision component manufacturer globally, but also as a front-runner in the growing Metal Injection Molding market,” stated Simon Newman, Dynacast’s Chief Executive Officer. “The Kinetics brand is synonymous with quality and performance. By adding Kinetics to our existing MIM portfolio, we will not only continue to build credibility in the marketplace, but accelerate the development of our existing MIM operations. This acquisition will open the door to greater opportunities with our customers around the world, positioning Dynacast as a leading multi-faceted supplier in the global marketplace.”

The transaction, which is subject to customary closing conditions, is expected to close on or about September 30, 2014.

About Dynacast International Inc.

Dynacast International is a global manufacturer of small, engineered metal components. Utilizing proprietary die cast and metal injection molding technologies, we offer robust solutions to companies in automotive, consumer electronics, healthcare, hardware, computers and peripherals and many other industries.

Dynacast produces precision components by combining extensive engineering knowledge with our specialized manufacturing technologies. We provide cost effective solutions for our customers worldwide by identifying opportunities to redesign or consolidate products and assemblies. We have a history of delivering value to our customers through our engineering expertise, efficient operations and Advanced Quality Planning systems.

With Global Headquarters in Charlotte, NC, Dynacast operates 22 manufacturing facilities in 16 countries worldwide. Please visit “www.dynacast.com” to learn more.

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For more information, please contact:

Adrian Murphy, CFO

Dynacast International Inc.

Phone: +1-704-927-2793

Email: amurphy@dynacast.com

SOURCE: Dynacast International Inc.