The U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company Story
1822
George Weyman, inventor of Copenhagen Snuff, opens his tobacco shop in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. 1905
Weyman & Bro. is acquired by the American Tobacco Company. 1911
Following the break-up of American Tobacco, the newly named Weyman-Bruton Company incorporates and publishes its first annual report, showing net earnings of $77,454.41. 1921
Weyman-Bruton begins a period of expansion by acquiring Joseph G. Dill Inc. and United States Tobacco Company. 1922
Weyman-Bruton becomes the United States Tobacco Company. 1934
United States Tobacco Company introduces a new product – Skoal, a wintergreen-flavored smokeless tobacco.
1961
United States Tobacco Company celebrates its 50th anniversary with net earnings of $3.4 million.
1983
Skoal Bandits smokeless tobacco pouches are introduced nationally.
1984
Skoal Long Cut smokeless tobacco is introduced nationally.
1997
United States Tobacco Company celebrates the 175th anniversary of Copenhagen by introducing Copenhagen Long Cut.
1998
United States Tobacco Company becomes the only smokeless tobacco manufacturer to sign a master settlement agreement with 45 state attorneys general. The company voluntarily agrees to a series of marketing and advertising restrictions designed to address public concerns regarding youth access to tobacco products.
1999
United States Tobacco Company becomes a supporting member of the Coalition for Responsible Tobacco Retailing (CRTR) and their We Card efforts.
2001
United States Tobacco Company changes its name to U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company to more closely align with the company's strategic vision and more accurately reflect its distinct position in the tobacco industry.
2009
With Altria Group’s acquisition of UST Inc., U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Company becomes a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altria Group, making Altria the owner of the premier tobacco companies in the United States. Altria Group’s other operating companies include Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and Philip Morris Capital Corporation.
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