Dow Chemical Philippines

Company Introduction for Dow Chemical Philippines

Dow Chemical Philippines is the local subsidiary of The Dow Chemical Company, a global leader in material science. Dow is one of the world's largest chemical producers, delivering a broad range of technology-based products and solutions to customers in more than 160 countries. In the Philippines, Dow focuses on providing innovative and sustainable solutions across various sectors including packaging, infrastructure, consumer care, and agriculture. Their product portfolio typically includes performance plastics, industrial chemicals, coatings, and specialty materials that serve industries such as automotive, electronics, food and beverage, and construction. They support local industries by providing essential raw materials and advanced chemical solutions that enhance product performance and enable sustainable development.

Factory or Trader

Dow Chemical Philippines operates as both a manufacturer and a distributor of chemical products. Globally, Dow is a major manufacturer, and its Philippine operations involve the distribution, sales, and technical support of these manufactured products. While they may not have large-scale primary chemical manufacturing plants in the Philippines like some other countries, they often engage in local blending, compounding, or finishing operations, making them a part of the manufacturing process chain. Crucially, they serve as the direct sales and distribution arm for Dow's globally manufactured products within the Philippine market. Therefore, they are not solely a trader; they represent a global manufacturer and often have local value-add operations.

Direct Answer: Manufacturer and Distributor.

Dow Chemical Philippines manufactures and/or distributes products across various sectors, including:

* **Packaging and Specialty Plastics:** Polyethylene resins, specialty packaging films.

* **Industrial Intermediates & Infrastructure:** Polyether polyols, propylene oxide, chlor-alkali products, coatings materials.

* **Performance Materials & Coatings:** Acrylic monomers, architectural coatings, industrial coatings.

* **Consumer Solutions:** Silicone polymers and additives for personal care and home care applications.

* **Agricultural Sciences:** Crop protection products (through Corteva Agriscience, a spin-off of DowDuPont).