All Brands Owned by Dow Inc.

Is Dow the same company as Dow Chemical?
Dow Inc. is the publicly traded holding company. The Dow Chemical Company is its main operating subsidiary. The business traces continuously to the 1897 founding of Dow Chemical by Herbert Henry Dow.

Is Dow still part of DuPont?
No. Dow and DuPont merged in 2017 to form DowDuPont, then separated into three companies in 2019. Dow Inc. holds the materials science businesses. Corteva took agriculture, and DuPont took specialty products.

Who owns the Styrofoam brand now?
DuPont owns and manufactures Styrofoam brand XPS insulation following the 2019 DowDuPont separation. S.C. Johnson has owned the Saran brand since 1998.

Who is the CEO of Dow?
Karen S. Carter became CEO on July 1, 2026. She previously served as chief operating officer and president of the Packaging & Specialty Plastics segment. Former CEO Jim Fitterling became executive chair.

Why did Dow lose money in 2025?
Weak global demand, lower polymer prices, European energy costs, and industry overcapacity pushed Dow to a GAAP net loss of $2.4 billion on $40.0 billion of sales in 2025. The company launched a restructuring in 2026 targeting at least $2 billion in savings.

What does DOWSIL make?
DOWSIL is Dow's silicone brand, covering sealants, adhesives, lubricants, and silicone materials for electronics, construction, automotive, and personal care applications. It descends from the Dow Corning joint venture founded in 1943.