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- Stock symbol: NYSE: DDPRA, NYSE: DDPRB, NYSE: DD
- Annual revenue (2006): $28.982 Billion US
- Founder(s): Eleuthère Irénée du Pont
- Year Established: 1802
- Industry: Chemicals, Plastics and Rubber
- HQ: Wilmington, Delaware
- President and CEO: Charles O. Holliday, Jr.
- CFO: Jeffrey L. Keller
- Staff: 60,000 (2005)
- Other key people: Richard R. Goodmanson and Thomas M. Connelly
- Products: Neoprene, Nylon resins, Teflon, Delrin, Mylar, Kevlar, Nomex, Zemdrain, Corian and Tyvek
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The DuPont Corporation was started by Eleuthère Irénée du Pont in 1802. It is the second largest chemical company in the world. On December 6, 2008, the company announced that it would cut about 2,500 jobs in response to a plunging U.S. economy. Less than a week later, chief rival Dow Chemical announced that it would make 5,000 layoffs.
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Key Dates
- 1802: DuPont founded as a gunpowder mill
- 1902: Eugene Du Pont died
- 1914: Pierre S. du Pont invested in automobile industry
- 1928: Began working on polymers
- 1981: Acquired Conoco Inc.
- 1992: Began sponsoring Jeff Gordon
- 1999: Sold all Conoco Inc. shares
- 2004: Sold its textile business
- 2005: Ranked number 66 on the Fortune 500
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Product List
- Additives and Modifiers
- Adhesives and Binders
- Building and Construction Materials
- Maintenance Supplies
- Chemicals
- Crop, Pest and Plant Management
- Display Materials
- Electronic and Electrical Materials
- Films
- Food and Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance Products
- Fuel Cell Components
- Packaging Materials
- Paint, Coatings and Finishings
- Performance Fabrics and Fibers
- Pigments and Colorants
- Photovoltaic Components
- Plastics, Polymers and Elastomers
- Printing and Proofing Materials
- Protective Apparel and Accessories
- Wire and Cable Materials
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DuPont on Amazon
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S.T. Dupont Lighters 16718 Ligne 2 - $1,095.00
S.T. Dupont Ligne 2 Lighters. Black Chinese Lacquer and Palladium Finish. The Ligne 2 has the famous "Ping" sound when opened. Measurements: 2 ½ tall just over 1 ¼ wide and ¼...Amazon
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PTC103 DUPONT Universal Pitcher Cartridge - 40 Gallon Filter Life (3 Pack) - $22.99
4 Phase Protection and Filtration. Antimicrobial Product Protection built-in for improved filter life and performance. Reduces: Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, and Other Toxic Chemicals.Amazon
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Catholic Prophecy: The Coming Chastisement - $7.50
In our opinion, this is the best book of prophecy in print! Covers the Great Catholic Monarch, the Holy Pope, and the period before Antichrist, with excellent, excellent commentari...Amazon
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S.T. DUPONT! Made in France Stunning Brand New Fidelio Guilloche and Lacquer Fountain Pen with 14K Gold Medium Nib - $380.00
S.T. DUPONT! Made in France Stunning Brand New Fidelio Guilloche and Lacquer Fountain Pen with 14K Gold Medium NibAmazon
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DuPont Questions
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Why are Henry J. Anslinger, Lammont DuPont, and William Randolph Hearst so hated in some circles in America for what they did in the 1930's? 1 AnswerHarry Jacob Anslinger was an assistant prohibition commissioner for the bureau of prohibition. From 1917 to 1928, Anslinger worked for various military and pol... read more -
Why are Henry J. Anslinger, Lammont DuPont, and William Randolph Hearst hated in some circles in America for what they did in the 1930's? 1 AnswerBecause they were powerful men, such men will have people who dislike them or their agendas. read more
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DuPont Competitors
- BASF Group: BASF | Official Website | Wikipedia
- Bayer: Official Website | Wikipedia
- The Dow Chemical Company: Official Website | Wikipedia
- ExxonMobil Chemical: Official Website | Wikipedia
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