GenTek Inc. Share Repurchase Plan Correction

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Tue May 20, 2008 10:31am EDT 

Correcting the release of May 19, 2008, the actual number of shares repurchased
by GenTek Inc. (Nasdaq:GETI) under the program to date is 443,053 shares.

About GenTek Inc.

GenTek provides specialty inorganic chemical products and valve actuation
systems and components for automotive and heavy duty/commercial engines. GenTek
operates over 50 manufacturing facilities and technical centers and has
approximately 1,500 employees.

GenTek's 2,000-plus customers include many of the world's leading manufacturers
of cars and trucks, and heavy equipment, in addition to global energy companies
and water treatment facilities. Additional information about the Company is
available at www.gentek-global.com.

The GenTek Inc. logo is available at
http://www.primenewswire.com/newsroom/prs/?pkgid=3295

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CONTACT:  GenTek Inc.
          Investor/Media Contact:
          Thomas B. Testa
          973-515-1885
          IR@gentek-global.com
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