Dow Corning was established in 1943 specifically to explore the potential of silicones. It was created as a joint venture between Corning Glass Works (now Corning, Incorporated) and The Dow Chemical Company.
Today Dow Corning provides performance-enhancing solutions to serve the diverse needs of more than 25,000 customers worldwide. A global leader in silicon-based technology and innovation, offering more than 7,000 products and services, Dow Corning is equally owned by The Dow Chemical Company and Corning, Incorporated. More than half of Dow Corning’s annual sales are outside the United States.
| Formed: | 1943 |
| Ownership: |
Corning, Incorporated 50%; The Dow Chemical Company 50% |
| Headquarters Location: | Midland, Michigan, USA |
| Products: | Silicones and silicon-based products, technologies, and solutions |
| Product Applications: | Automotive, electronics, healthcare, household and cleaning, personal care, plastics, textiles |
For more information, visit the Dow Corning Corporation Web site.
