DuPont de Nemours, Inc., commonly known as DuPont, is an American multinational chemical company founded in 1802 by Éleuthère Irénée du Pont de Nemours in Delaware. Initially established as a gunpowder manufacturer, DuPont evolved into a major producer of chemicals, explosives, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. The company played a significant role in U.S. history, supplying gunpowder during the Civil War and contributing to national defense efforts in both World Wars. Over the years, DuPont expanded its product offerings to include dynamite, smokeless powder, nitrocellulose, dyestuffs, paints, and heavy chemicals. Today, the company focuses on biotechnology, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals, building on its extensive heritage in explosives. DuPont has a strong presence in various industrial sectors, including mining and quarries, and has established itself as a key supplier to the U.S. military throughout its history.