Lime
In 2005, US lime production was 20 Mt with a value of $1.5 billion. Production was unchanged compared with 2004. Captive production was 1.4 Mt. US consumption was 20.2 Mt. Most of the US lime trade was with Canada and Mexico. Despite some disruptions due to hurricanes Katrina and Rita, normal sales activities remained healthy.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 2006 |
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Title | Lime |
Authors | M. Miller |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Mining Engineering |
Index ID | 70030559 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |