United States Lime & Minerals, Inc.

United States Lime & Minerals, Inc. (USLM) is a leading manufacturer of lime and limestone products in the United States. USLM sources limestone from both open-pit quarries and an underground mine, then processes it into products such as pulverized limestone, quicklime, hydrated lime, and lime slurry. These products are supplied to customers across a range of sectors, including construction, industrial, environmental, steel production, oil and gas services, roof shingle manufacturing, and feed production. USLM also has significant royalty interests and non-operating working interests in the Barnett Shale Formation in Johnson County, Texas, where it has rights to operate oil and gas wells.

The company was founded in 1950 and is based in Dallas, Texas. Initially, it mainly supplied crushed stone for the highway and road construction markets. However, it has since significantly diversified its product range, with the majority of its current products supplied to the industrial markets. The company also engages in the marketing, sale, and distribution of various specialty and blended products for various industrial applications.

In 2020, USLM celebrated its 70th anniversary and reported record-breaking revenue and income. The company’s net sales for the year reached $192.1 million – a 7% increase from the prior year – and its net income was $58.2 million – a 37% increase from the prior year. USLM is committed to providing a high-quality product while maintaining an emphasis on safety and environmental awareness. The company is certified to ISO 9001:2015 and has been awarded numerous safety awards and recognitions, including the National Lime Association Safety Award and the Texas Safety Association Safety Award.