What is Corteva's financial responsibility and role in the $455 million PFAS settlement with North Carolina?

Corteva's share of the $455 million PFAS settlement with the State of North Carolina is approximately $66 million; in addition, Corteva agreed to guarantee Chemours' portion of the settlement and help establish a reserve fund. The settlement involves Corteva, EIDP, The Chemours Company, and DuPont de Nemours, and it relates specifically to PFAS claims tied to the Fayetteville Works site.

How does this settlement affect Corteva's existing agreements and corporate activities?

The settlement modifies a prior Memorandum of Understanding among the involved companies and coincides with Corteva's preparations for the spin-off of its Vylor seed business.

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Corteva and partners agree to $455 million PFAS settlement with North Carolina

Sep 11, 2026

Corteva, DuPont, and Chemours agreed to a $455 million settlement with North Carolina over PFAS contamination claims at the Fayetteville Works site. Corteva's portion is approximately $66 million, alongside guarantees for Chemours' share.

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