What is the total investment amount and timeline for Dow's specialty silicones manufacturing expansion?

Dow Inc. plans to invest approximately $100 million in total by the end of 2027 to expand its global specialty silicones manufacturing and innovation capabilities.

In which countries and application sectors is Dow expanding its specialty silicones production, and what specific facilities are being added?

The expansion focuses on the United States, China, and Japan, targeting mobility, electronics, and health care applications; specific projects include expanded liquid silicone rubber manufacturing in Carrollton, Kentucky, and Zhangjiagang, China (operational in 2027); increased capacity for engineered silicone materials in Songjiang, China, and Fukui, Japan (2026); additional expansions in Auburn, Michigan, and Zhangjiagang, China (2027); and expanded cooling science laboratories in Shanghai, China, and Midland, Michigan (this year).