NL Industries Inc operates in the Industrial inorganic chemicals sector. NL Industries, Inc. (NL Industries) is a holding company. The Company operates in the component products industry through its subsidiary, CompX International Inc. The Company operates in the chemicals industry through its non-controlling interest in Kronos Worldwide, Inc. At December 31, 2010, Valhi, Inc. (Valhi) owned approximately 83% of the Company's interest. As of December31, 2010, the Company owned 87% interest in CompX International Inc. (CompX). CompX is a manufacturer of security products, precision ball bearing slides and ergonomic computer support systems used in the office furniture, transportation, postal, tool storage, appliance and a variety of other industries. CompX is also a manufacturer of stainless steel exhaust systems, gauges and throttle controls for the performance marine industry. CompX has production facilities in North America and Asia. In
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