1914More than 10000 peopleManufacturer/Distributor/Service Company
High capacity factory
Established brand
Large enterprise group
OEM manufacturer
Shipments
29830
Key customer
WACKER
Key market
🇹🇷 Turkey
Description
Wacker Chemie AG is a globally recognized technological leader in the chemical and biotechnology sectors, headquartered in Munich, Germany. Established as a pioneer in modern chemistry, the company operates a vast international network comprising 27 production sites and 51 sales offices, with its largest integrated production facility located in Burghausen. With a workforce of over 16,400 employees and annual sales reaching approximately 5.7 billion euros, the group is structured into four specialized divisions: WACKER SILICONES, WACKER POLYMERS, WACKER BIOSOLUTIONS, and WACKER POLYSILICON. Their extensive portfolio of over 3,000 specialty products serves critical industries including automotive, construction, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, and renewable energy. Key offerings range from hyperpure polysilicon for solar and electronic applications to VAE dispersions, silicone sealants, and advanced additives for the construction industry. Through Wacker Biotech, the company provides comprehensive contract manufacturing (CDMO) services for biopharmaceuticals, including mRNA, plasmid DNA, and therapeutic proteins. Wacker Chemie AG is highly research-intensive, maintaining numerous Technical Competence Centers and the WACKER ACADEMY to drive innovation in sustainable chemistry. The company also integrates environmental solutions through its involvement in high-performance bioreactor technology for industrial and municipal wastewater treatment.
Dow Silicones (Shanghai) Co., Ltd.
🇨🇳 China
More than 10000 peopleManufacturer/Trading Company
High capacity factory
Large enterprise group
Multinational enterprise
Experienced exporter
Shipments
1323
Key customer
DOW CHEMICAL
Key market
🇮🇳 India
Description
Dow Silicones (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. is a major manufacturer and trading entity based in Zhangjiagang and Shanghai, China. As a key subsidiary within Dow's global materials science network, the company operates as a large-scale industrial producer with a workforce exceeding 10,000 employees. It serves as a critical node in international supply chains, providing advanced material solutions to global markets including North America, South America, and Asia.
The company specializes in the production and export of high-performance silicones and chemical compounds. Its extensive product portfolio includes silicone encapsulants (such as the DOWSIL™ series), silanes, silicone emulsions, antifoam agents, and thermally conductive compounds. Additionally, the firm manufactures silicone fluids, gums, crosslinkers, and potting compounds used in electronics, automotive, and textile industries. Their capabilities extend to specialized chemical additives, lubricating preparations, and surface-active agents.
Operating with integrated manufacturing facilities and a robust logistical network, Dow Silicones (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. provides both processed materials and contract manufacturing services. The company maintains high-volume trade relationships with major industrial partners and internal Dow entities, such as Rohm and Haas and Dow Silicones Corporation. Its operations are characterized by a strong focus on materials science innovation, delivering both hazardous and non-hazardous chemical solutions in various industrial formats, including steel drums, pails, and specialized bottling.