History
The Dow Chemical Company was formed on May 18th, 1897. Dow established subsidiaries around the world and acquired other companies along the course of its history. At present, Dow is a leader in science and technology providing innovative products and services to many essential consumer markets.Mission
The mission of Dow Chemical is to constantly improve what is essential to human progress by mastering science and technology.Area of Operation
The businesses of Dow Chemical are:- Performance Plastics
- Performance Chemicals
- Plastic Products
- Chemical Products
- Agricultural Products
- Hydrocarbons and Energy
- Services/Licensing
- Property and Casualty Insurance and Reinsurance business (primarily through its Liana Limited subsidiaries).
Key Statistics
- Dow Chemical holds assets of $46.58 billion.
- Dow Chemical made profits of $3.86 billion in 2006.
- Dow Chemical operates in more than 175 countries.
- Dow Chemical has 42,413 employees.
Organization
Leadership of Dow Chemical's organization is provided by:- Board of Directors
- Corporate Officers
- Executive Leadership Teams
International Ranking
- Dow Chemical ranks 106th in the world according to Forbes Magazine.
- Dow Chemical ranks 114th in the Fortune Global 500.
Subsidiaries
Dow has a number of subsidiaries, including Dow AgroSciences LLC and Union Carbide Corporation.Recent Merger and Acquisition
- On December 18th, 2006, Dow Chemical Company and Bayer Group announced the agreement for Dow to acquire Bayer's Wolff Walsrode business group. The transaction is expected to be completed by the first half of 2007.
- On February 6th, 2001, Union Carbide Corporation ("Union Carbide") completed a merger with a subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company. As a result, Union Carbide became a wholly owned subsidiary of Dow.
- Dow acquired the polyurethanes business of Italy's EniChem S.p.A, in 2001.
Headquarter Address
Dow Chemical Co2030 Dow Center
Midland, MI 48674
Phone: (989) 636-1000
Fax: (989) 636-1830
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