Private company

Texas Gulf Sulphur Company

American sulfur mining company

The Texas Gulf Sulphur Company was one of the largest sulfur mining companies in the world from 1919 to 1981. By 1925 the company controlled 40% of the U.S. sulfur market.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

Dec 23, 1909Founded1
  • HeadquartersNew York City1

The Texas Gulf Sulphur Company was one of the largest sulfur mining companies in the world from 1919 to 1981. By 1925 the company controlled 40% of the U.S. sulfur market.2

Timeline

  1. 1981Dissolved Dissolved1
  2. Dec 23, 1909Founded Founded1

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