Aug 29 (Reuters) - DuPont ( DD ) said on Friday it will

sell its heat-resistant fiber business, home to brands such as

body armor maker Kevlar, to peer Arclin for $1.8 billion as the

chemicals company undergoes a broader reorganization.

The sale will not affect the

planned separation

of its electronics business in November, DuPont ( DD ) said, as

the company attempts to streamline its portfolio to unlock value

and pursue focused growth.

The chemicals industry has been struggling with higher

energy costs, as well as weak demand and prices, especially in

European markets where strict regulations have raised the cost

of manufacturing.

DuPont's ( DD ) sale of the Aramids portfolio, which includes

protective clothing maker Nomex, is expected to close in the

first quarter of 2026.

The company expects pre-tax cash proceeds of about $1.2

billion upon the sale's close, along with a note receivable of

$300 million and a non-controlling stake valued at $325 million

in Arclin.