DuPont to Complete Sale of ~80% Ownership in Delrin® Business to TJC

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DuPont will complete the sale of an 80.1% ownership interest in the Delrin acetal homopolymer business to TJC LP for $1.8 billion. DuPont will receive pre-tax cash proceeds of approximately $1.28 billion and retain a 19.9% non-controlling common equity interest in the Delrin business.

WILMINGTON, Del., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DuPont (NYSE: DD) announced that today it will complete its previously announced sale of an 80.1% ownership interest in the Delrin^® acetal homopolymer (H-POM) business to an affiliate of TJC LP (TJC) in a transaction valuing the business at $1.8 billion.

At close, DuPont will receive pre-tax cash proceeds of approximately $1.28 billion which includes certain customary transaction adjustments, a note receivable of $350 million, and will retain a 19.9% non-controlling common equity interest in the Delrin business.

DuPont will hold its third quarter earnings conference call today, November 1^st at 8:00 a.m. ET.

About TJC
TJC (formerly known as The Jordan Company, L.P.), founded in 1982, is a middle-market private equity firm that has raised funds with original capital commitments in excess of $23 billion and a 41-year track record of investing in and contributing to the growth of many businesses across a wide range of industries including Diversified Industrials; Technology, Telecom & Power; Logistics & Supply Chain and Consumer & Healthcare. The senior investment team has been investing together for over 20 years and is supported by the Operations Management Group, which was established in 1988 to initiate and support operational improvements in portfolio companies. TJC has offices in New York, Miami, Chicago and Stamford. For more information, visit www.tjclp.com.

About DuPont
DuPont (NYSE: DD) is a global innovation leader with technology-based materials and solutions that help transform industries and everyday life. Our employees apply diverse science and expertise to help customers advance their best ideas and deliver essential innovations in key markets including electronics, transportation, construction, water, healthcare and worker safety. More information about the company, its businesses and solutions can be found at www.dupont.com. Investors can access information included on the Investor Relations section of the website at investors.dupont.com. 

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FAQ

What is the name of the company mentioned in the press release?

The company mentioned in the press release is DuPont.

What is being sold by DuPont in this transaction?

DuPont is selling an 80.1% ownership interest in the Delrin acetal homopolymer business.

Who is acquiring the ownership interest in the Delrin business?

The ownership interest in the Delrin business is being acquired by an affiliate of TJC LP (TJC).

What is the valuation of the Delrin business in this transaction?

The Delrin business is valued at $1.8 billion in this transaction.

How much cash proceeds will DuPont receive from the sale?

DuPont will receive approximately $1.28 billion in pre-tax cash proceeds from the sale.

What will DuPont retain after the sale?

DuPont will retain a 19.9% non-controlling common equity interest in the Delrin business.

When is DuPont's third quarter earnings conference call?

DuPont's third quarter earnings conference call will be held today, November 1st at 8:00 a.m. ET.