(Updates with SK hynix declines to comment in the fourth paragraph.)
ASML Holding (ASML) will increase prices by 10% for replacement parts used in its extreme ultraviolet and deep ultraviolet lithography systems supplied to South Korea starting in January, The Elec reported Sunday, citing industry sources.
Samsung Electronics and SK hynix (SKHY) accepted the increase, which covers consumables and major replacement components, after discussions with ASML, the report said.
ASML is also discussing equipment price increases with major customers, the report said.
SK hynix said in an emailed statement to MT Newswires that it could not provide details on its supply chain.
ASML and Samsung did not respond to requests for comment.
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