DuPont sells its Kevlar unit for $1.8 billion

DuPont sells its Kevlar unit for $1.8 billion

DuPont Co. shed its Kevlar and Nomex fire-resistant fabric business, a major Richmond area employer, to the chemicals firm Arclin for $1.8 billion.

Arclin Completes Acquisition of the DuPont™ Aramids Business, Including Iconic Kevlar® and Nomex® Brands

ALPHARETTA, Ga., April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Arclin, a global materials science company, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of DuPont’s Aramids business, including the renowned Kevlar® and Nomex® brands, for approximately $1.8 billion. The transaction marks a transformational milestone for Arclin, significantly expanding its scale, capabilities, and presence across life-critical industries. Arclin […]