# DuPont plans to separate into three independent companies

DuPont announced a plan to separate into three distinct, publicly traded companies: Electronics, Water, and New DuPont (a diversified industrial company). The separations are intended to be tax-free to shareholders.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2024-05-22
- Where: United States
- Status: announced
- Products: electronics materials, water treatment solutions, industrial products
- Sectors: [Specialty Chemicals](https://endata.com/sectors/specialty-chemicals.md), [Semiconductors and Industrial Electronics](https://endata.com/sectors/semiconductors-electronics.md), [Water Treatment Equipment](https://endata.com/sectors/water-treatment-equipment.md)

## Companies

- [DuPont](https://endata.com/companies/13205.md)
- [DuPont](https://endata.com/companies/13205.md) (acquirer)
- [Donatelle Plastics Incorporated](https://endata.com/companies/78362.md) (target)

## Sources

- [dupont.com](https://www.dupont.com/news/dupont-announces-plan-to-separate-into-three-independent-publicly-traded-companies.html), 2024-05-22: "This is an extraordinary opportunity to deliver long-term, sustainable shareholder value through the creation of three strong, industry-leading companies."
- [chemengonline.com](https://www.chemengonline.com/dupont-to-acquire-contract-manufacturer-donatelle-plastics-incorporated/), 2024-07-01: "Our healthcare strategy is focused on offering a comprehensive suite of solutions for customers in high-growth therapeutic areas."

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