Arclin Completes Acquisition of DuPont's Iconic Kevlar and Nomex Brands

The $1.8 billion deal significantly expands Arclin's materials science portfolio and global footprint.

Apr. 1, 2026 at 12:18pm

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Arclin, a global materials science company, has completed the $1.8 billion acquisition of DuPont's Aramids business, including the renowned Kevlar® and Nomex® brands. The transaction marks a transformational milestone for Arclin, significantly expanding its scale, capabilities, and presence across life-critical industries like aerospace, electrical infrastructure, electric vehicles, and personal protection and defense.

Why it matters

The acquisition further strengthens Arclin's leadership in construction, infrastructure, transportation, and weather and fire protection as demand for advanced protective materials continues to grow. Arclin's proprietary materials and technologies are mission-critical, supporting products that protect people, communities, and essential infrastructure worldwide.

The details

With the addition of the Aramids brands, Arclin's portfolio now spans aerospace, electrical infrastructure, electric vehicles, and personal protection and defense. The company is focused on operational continuity from day one while investing in manufacturing capabilities and innovation to support long-term growth.

  • Arclin completed the acquisition on April 1, 2026.

The players

Arclin

A global materials science company and manufacturer of polymer technologies, engineered products, and specialized materials.

DuPont

A chemical company that previously owned the Aramids business, including the Kevlar® and Nomex® brands.

Mark Glaspey

The President of Arclin.

Matt Reinhardt

The Business Unit President for Aramids at Arclin.

Bradley Bolduc

The Chief Executive Officer of Arclin.

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What they’re saying

“Kevlar® and Nomex® are the gold standard in their respective industries, and we are very excited to incorporate the Aramids platform into Arclin's broader material science portfolio. This acquisition strategically strengthens Arclin's operational and geographic footprint.”

— Mark Glaspey, President, Arclin

“We're excited to join the Arclin family and continue advancing the renowned performance that customers have relied on from Kevlar® and Nomex® for decades. Our team's deep expertise in aramid fiber technology, combined with Arclin's commitment to investing in innovation and growth, positions us to better serve our customers and accelerate the development of next-generation protective solutions across industries.”

— Matt Reinhardt, Business Unit President for Aramids, Arclin

“Looking ahead, our mission is to build on the superior strength of the Aramids brands. We're focused on accelerating what these materials can do, putting meaningful investment behind technological innovation and deploying Kevlar® and Nomex® strategically across the world's most performance-critical applications.”

— Bradley Bolduc, Chief Executive Officer, Arclin

What’s next

Arclin plans to invest in manufacturing capabilities and innovation to support the long-term growth of the Kevlar and Nomex brands.

The takeaway

This acquisition solidifies Arclin's position as a global leader in advanced materials science, expanding its reach into critical industries and strengthening its ability to develop next-generation protective solutions that safeguard people, communities, and infrastructure worldwide.