Oil-Dri Corporation Of America (NYSE:ODC) is a specialty materials company that develops, manufactures and markets sorbent and filtration products for industrial, environmental and consumer applications. Its flagship offerings include clay- and diatomaceous earth–based cat litters, calcium silicate absorbents for spill control and cleanup, and purification media designed to remove contaminants from petroleum, chemical and food-processing streams.
Founded in 1941 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company has evolved from a single-product operation into a diversified provider of mineral- and chemical-based solutions. Over the decades, Oil-Dri has expanded its production capabilities through strategic plant investments and acquisitions, enabling the business to scale output and respond to tightening regulatory standards for environmental protection and workplace safety.
Oil-Dri serves a broad customer base across North America, Europe and select markets in Asia, catering to sectors such as automotive manufacturing, energy exploration, agriculture, environmental remediation and consumer pet care. Its technical services team works closely with clients to customize sorbent and filtration systems to meet performance targets, regulatory requirements and sustainability goals.
With a network of multiple manufacturing facilities and a commitment to research and development, Oil-Dri continues to innovate in material science and process engineering. The company’s focus on quality control, operational efficiency and responsive customer support underpins its position as a leading supplier of absorbent and filtration technologies.
