Why does DuPont license technology it still uses?
DuPont generally derives the greatest value from its technology by investing in facilities to manufacture and market products based on that technology. DuPont often reinvests in technologies to expand capacity and/or to build new production lines. However, for numerous reasons, DuPont may choose to limit continuing investment in a technology or product line. In order to continue to generate value from the basic technology and the improvements developed, DuPont, despite its continuing use of the technology, may choose to license the technology to others so they may capitalize on DuPont’s knowledge and invest in their own manufacturing facilities. Two noteworthy examples are in the manufacture of aniline as well as a broad range of polyester products, including fibers, bottle resins, etc.
