Chemical Industry Innovations Through Material Science
Through our knowledge of material science, we are providing safer, better-performing, higher-quality, and more environmentally sustainable products in the global chemical industry to meet the needs of a growing world.
In the chemical industry, DuPont uses its deep expertise in material science to make a vital impact on virtually every major industry, from agriculture and construction to transportation and communications.
Through our collaboration with leading companies worldwide, we help transform markets by delivering innovative solutions that address critical global challenges, and enable many of the modern technologies used around the world every day. Our refrigerants are more environmentally sustainable, with lower emissions that continue to cool the world. Plastics for LAN lines that don’t just carry data, they also connect people and ideas worldwide. And pharmaceutical propellants are used in life-saving inhalers, hand sanitizers, and regular medical treatments.
Backed by DuPont science, many world-class brands in the chemical industry are the result of our chemicals business. Brands such as Opteon®, Isceon® and Suva® set the gold standard for refrigerants. While Teflon®, Capstone® and Krytox® provide a range of coatings and finishes that are unmatched in the market.
FEATURED
Fluoropolymers
Products made with DuPont™ fluoropolymer resins take advantage of their exceptional resistance to high temperatures, chemical reaction, corrosion, and stress-cracking. The mechanical toughness, electrical, and low-friction properties of DuPont fluoroploymers make it the preferred plastic for a host of applications and different processing techniques. Industrial uses for our fluoropolymers includes the following application areas: architectural, fabrics, automotive uses, cabling materials, food processing, pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing, and semiconductor manufacturing. Our most recognized fluoropolymers are sold under the brand name Teflon®.
Chemistry for the Greater Good
DuPont scientists are developing smarter and greener chemistry solutions that still deliver optimal performance for the technologies and products that improve people’s lives.
Innovation
DuPont is committed to developing innovative chemical and material science solutions that help solve global challenges while being friendlier to the planet.
Collaboration
DuPont joins forces with customers, business partners, NGOs and governments to “raise the bar” in the chemical industry. We believe the best solutions come from collaboration.
Sustainability
At DuPont we constantly work to minimize the environmental impact of our solutions while helping people use fewer resources and live better.
INFORMATION & IDEAS
INFORMATION & IDEAS
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Thermal Regulations Overview
DuPont offers an overview of the typical regulation hazard codes and the leading thermal regulations impacting personal protective equipment (PPE). -
A Catalyst for Transformation
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions brochure on using real-world expertise in consulting services and technology licensing to help transform businesses -
The DSS Consulting Philosophy
Read about the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) consulting philosophy and learn more about transformational business solutions informed by years of practical experience. -
ECCtreme™ ECA 3000:A New Class of Perfluoropolymer for Ultra-High Temperature Environments
ECCtreme™ ECA is a new high temperature perfluoropolymer that can be used in ultra-harsh environments, with a potential operating rate of up to 300°C*. It maintains properties under high temperatures, pressures, and exposure to corrosive chemicals. -
PTFE and FEP: Materials of Choice in Pharma
DuPont offers Teflon® PFA, FEP, and PTFE for pharmaceutical applications that bring a high level of quality, durability and purity to pharmaceutical manufacturing. They are superior to traditional stainless steel and glass.
CASE STUDIES
CASE STUDIES
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ZeCor® Alloys Case Studies
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS)case study on how MECS® ZeCor® materials are intrinsic to CF Industries and JR Simplot plant success. -
PotashCorp—Aurora Facility Case Study
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) case study on the Aurora Facility to learn about the successful use of a combination of two distinct MECS® high-performance catalysts in a grass roots, large scale, new sulfur-burning acid plant in North America. -
Borealis AG Case Study
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) case study to learn more about improving subsidiary safety performance at Borealis AG. -
Avery Dennison Case Study
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) case study on Avery Dennison to see how a safety program contributes to a dramatic reduction in injuries. -
Tata Chemicals Limited Case Study
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) case study on Tata Chemicals Limited's safety journey that changes mindset and improves performance. -
Engro Chemical Case Study
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) case study on Engro Chemical to see how they achieved growth through a world-class safety system. -
Kiri Dyes & Chemicals Ltd. Case Study
Read the DuPont Sustainable Solutions (DSS) case study on Kiri Dyes & Chemicals Ltd. to learn more about how their sulfur-burning acid plant achieves low SO2 emissions using MECS® Catalyst in all converter passes.
DUPONT BRANDS
DUPONT BRANDS
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Teflon® Fluoropolymer Resins
A staple in kitchens since the 1960’s, DuPont™ Teflon® nonstick coating systems make life easier. Did you know the Teflon® brand goes far beyond cookware? It is also found across a broad range of consumer and industrial applications and processing techniques. -
Krytox® Performance Lubricants
DuPont™ Krytox® performance lubricants are nonflammable, chemically inert oils and greases that offer thermal stability for automotive and industrial applications, including bearings, seals, and gaskets. -
Opteon™ Refrigerants
The DuPont answer to the challenge of creating more sustainable refrigerants, DuPont™ Opteon™ family of lower-global-warming- potential (GWP) refrigerants constitutes a more sustainable refrigeration solution that is energy-efficient, safe and easy-to-implement. -
Capstone® Repellents and Surfactants
DuPont™ Capstone® is the result of our commitment to world-class science that creates superior product performance. -
ISCEON® Refrigerants
DuPont refrigeration innovation provides the opportunity to retrofit existing CFC and HCFC cooling units to work with the non-ozone-depleting DuPont™ ISCEON® family of refrigerants for a cost-effective upgrade to a more sustainable solution.
USES AND APPLICATIONS
USES AND APPLICATIONS
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MECS® Brink® Packaged Mist Elimination Systems
Discover how our mist elimination systems meet emission regulations in fuming acid, organic, asphalt and metalworking mist and oil smoke applications. -
Brink® TowerGARD® Mesh Pads
See how TowerGARD® Mesh Pads from MECS® yield 50% turndown ratios or higher for sulfuric acid plants, significantly boosting corrosion resistance. -
DSS Training Solutions Methodology
See how our award-winning employee development training technologies and content can be customized to meet each organization’s unique training needs. -
DuPont Bradley Curve
See how our proprietary DuPont Bradley Curve helps clients understand and benchmark their progress toward world-class safety culture and performance.
