Union Carbide Corporation

Union Carbide Corporation is an American chemical company known for its production of industrial chemicals, plastics, and agricultural products. Founded in 1917, it played a significant role in innovation and development in the chemical industry. However, it is perhaps most notoriously recognized for the 1984 Bhopal disaster in India, where a gas leak caused thousands of deaths and long-term health issues for the local population. This incident highlighted the importance of safety regulations in industrial operations. In 2001, Union Carbide was acquired by Dow Chemical Company, which further expanded its reach in the chemical sector.