Future Nomex fabrics should be more comfortable to wear, with better breathability, but DuPont's main focus is on reducing weight. "For example, Nomex fabric in workwear might have a density of ...

Shares of DuPont de Nemours Inc. (DD) gained nearly 2% in Monday’s after-hours trading session amid reports that the company is looking to offload two of its heat-resistant fiber brands.

Dupont (NYSE:DD) is evaluating the sale of its Kevlar and Nomex brands, which could see about $2 billion in a deal. The chemical manufacturer is working with advisers as it considers options for ...