Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
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Quick Summary
- •Released 17,512 lbs of toxic chemicals to the environment in the most recent TRI reporting year.
- •Currently out of compliance in at least one environmental program (CAA, CWA, or RCRA).
- •Assessed $10,400 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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3900 S CLINTON AVE
SOUTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 07080
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- MIDDLESEX County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 331492
- Inspections
- 4 · last Sep 9, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $10,400 · last Apr 15, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110000739791
How This Compares
#28
of 317 TRI reporters in NJ
#3,046
of 16,877 TRI reporters in Manufacturing
Ranked by most recent year's total TRI releases.
Compliance Status (Last 12 Quarters)
Number of calendar quarters, out of the last 12, in which this facility was in violation of its permit. Zero means no recorded violations in that program over the past three years.
3
Air (CAA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
6
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
0
Hazardous Waste (RCRA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
TRI Toxic Chemical Releases
Annual pounds of each toxic chemical released to air, water, and land, as reported to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory. Carcinogen (♦) and PFAS designations are per EPA and IARC classifications.
Emissions Trend (2015–2024)
-6% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 11,198 | — |
| 2016 | 12,201 | +9% |
| 2017 | 17,512 | +44% |
| 2018 | 23,020 | +31% |
| 2019 | 101 | -100% |
| 2020 | 18,947 | +18659% |
| 2021 | 18,231 | -4% |
| 2022 | 15,059 | -17% |
| 2023 | 14,940 | -1% |
| 2024 | 10,472 | -30% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | 1,434 | |
| Copper compounds | — | — | — | — | 5,303 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 1,607,140 | |
| Methanol | 9,940 | 9,940 | — | — | 2,182,703 | |
| Nitric acid | 282 | 282 | — | — | — | |
| Formaldehyde | 244 | 244 | — | — | 8,103 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Silver compounds | 4 | — | 4 | — | 16,365 | |
| Hydrazine | 2 | 2 | — | — | 2,338 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 1,691,403 | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Copper compounds | — | — | — | — | 15,188 | |
| Methanol | 9,867 | 9,867 | — | — | 2,496,504 | |
| Nitric acid | 4,844 | 4,844 | — | — | — | |
| Formaldehyde | 223 | 223 | — | — | 6,168 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Silver compounds | 4 | — | 4 | — | 19,618 | |
| Hydrazine | 2 | 2 | — | — | 2,039 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | 5,246 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 1,579,997 | |
| Silver compounds | — | — | — | — | 22,578 | |
| Copper compounds | — | — | — | — | 10,024 | |
| Methanol | 13,527 | 13,527 | — | — | 2,752,353 | |
| Ammonia | 1,076 | 1,076 | — | — | 1,938 | |
| Formaldehyde | 231 | 231 | — | — | 7,715 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 223 | 223 | — | — | — | |
| Hydrazine | 2 | 2 | — | — | 1,528 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver compounds | — | — | — | — | 19,885 | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | 228 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 2,105,284 | |
| Methanol | 16,269 | 16,269 | — | — | 3,093,203 | |
| Ammonia | 1,349 | 1,349 | — | — | 1,517 | |
| Formaldehyde | 508 | 508 | — | — | 5,863 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 100 | 100 | — | — | — | |
| Hydrazine | 4 | 4 | — | — | 1,740 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Copper compounds | 1 | 1 | — | — | 7,789 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 1,922,170 | |
| Copper compounds | — | — | — | — | 7,151 | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | 3,653 | |
| Methanol | 15,709 | 15,709 | — | — | 3,544,379 | |
| Ammonia | 2,625 | 2,625 | — | — | 5,199 | |
| Formaldehyde | 508 | 508 | — | — | 6,340 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 100 | 100 | — | — | — | |
| Hydrazine | 4 | 4 | — | — | 1,667 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Silver compounds | 1 | — | 1 | — | 21,673 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | 300 | |
| Nitric acid | 100 | 100 | — | — | — | |
| Silver compounds | 1 | — | 1 | — | 53,146 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Silver | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| Copper compounds | — | — | — | — | 115 | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 2,642,060 | |
| Methanol | 19,580 | 19,580 | — | — | 4,139,093 | |
| Ammonia | 2,790 | 2,790 | — | — | 3,592 | |
| Formaldehyde | 509 | 509 | — | — | 4,876 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 100 | 100 | — | — | — | |
| Hydrazine | 29 | 29 | — | — | 5,462 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Silver compounds | 12 | — | 12 | — | 49,907 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 2,481,174 | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Copper compounds | — | — | — | — | 127 | |
| Methanol | 14,187 | 14,187 | — | — | 5,336,593 | |
| Ammonia | 2,702 | 2,702 | — | — | 2,867 | |
| Formaldehyde | 501 | 501 | — | — | 6,590 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 100 | 100 | — | — | — | |
| Silver compounds | 12 | — | 12 | — | 179,393 | |
| Hydrazine | 10 | 10 | — | — | 1,968 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 2,395,786 | |
| Copper compounds | — | — | — | — | 2,119 | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 9,322 | 9,322 | — | — | 3,327,922 | |
| Ammonia | 2,492 | 2,492 | — | — | 138,413 | |
| Formaldehyde | 264 | 264 | — | — | 6,992 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 100 | 100 | — | — | — | |
| Silver compounds | 12 | — | 12 | — | 82,920 | |
| Hydrazine | 11 | 11 | — | — | 4,926 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper compounds | — | — | — | — | 967 | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 1,367,086 | |
| Methanol | 8,558 | 8,558 | — | — | 1,557,783 | |
| Ammonia | 2,420 | 2,420 | — | — | 67,051 | |
| Formaldehyde | 101 | 101 | — | — | 10,113 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitric acid | 100 | 100 | — | — | — | |
| Silver compounds | 12 | — | 12 | — | 33,257 | |
| Hydrazine | 7 | 7 | — | — | 1,719 | ♦ Carcinogen |
Waste Management & Recycling
How this facility manages toxic chemicals beyond direct releases — through recycling, energy recovery, and on-site or off-site treatment. Data from the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Chemical | Released | Recycled | Energy Recovery | Treated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | 1,446,426 |
| Hydrazine | — | — | — | 14,269 |
| Formaldehyde | — | — | — | 19,411 |
| Methanol | — | — | — | 2,715,541 |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | 378,474 |
| Silver compounds | — | 49,149 | — | — |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | 889 | — | — |
| Copper compounds | — | 5,290 | — | — |
Off-Site Transfer Destinations
Facilities to which toxic chemicals were transferred for disposal, recycling, energy recovery, or treatment during the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Destination | Chemical | Disposal | Recycling | Energy Rec. | Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
QML INC
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI
|
Copper compounds | — | 1,708 | — | — |
|
HERAEUS PRECIOUS METALS NORTH AMERICA, LLC
WARTBURG, TN
|
Copper compounds | — | 1,755 | — | — |
|
SIPI METALS CORP
CHICAGO, IL
|
Copper compounds | — | 1,827 | — | — |
|
PYROMET INC
ASTON, PA
|
Silver compounds | — | 1,908 | — | — |
|
QML INC
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI
|
Silver compounds | — | 11,048 | — | — |
|
HERAEUS PRECIOUS METALS NORTH AMERICA, LLC
WARTBURG, TN
|
Silver compounds | — | 3,154 | — | — |
|
SIPI METALS CORP
CHICAGO, IL
|
Silver compounds | — | 253 | — | — |
|
QML INC
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI
|
Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | 889 | — | — |
|
REPUBLIC ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS (PA) LLC
HATFIELD, PA
|
Aluminum (fume or dust) | 545 | — | — | — |
Transfers to Publicly-Owned Treatment Works (POTWs)
Toxic chemicals transferred to municipal wastewater treatment plants during the most recent TRI reporting year. Quantities in pounds.
| Chemical | Transferred (lbs) | POTW |
|---|---|---|
| Silver compounds | 2 | MIDDLESEX COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY, SAYREVILLE |
| Methanol | 2,182,703 | MIDDLESEX COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY, SAYREVILLE |
| Copper compounds | 13 | MIDDLESEX COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY, SAYREVILLE |
| Hydrazine | 2,338 | MIDDLESEX COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY, SAYREVILLE |
| Formaldehyde | 8,103 | MIDDLESEX COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY, SAYREVILLE |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 1,607,140 | MIDDLESEX COUNTY UTILITIES AUTHORITY, SAYREVILLE |
Compliance Violations
Individual permit violations recorded by the EPA across air, water, and hazardous waste programs. Open violations are unresolved as of the most recent ECHO data update.
| Program | Type | Violation Date | Return to Compliance | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| caa | FRV | Apr 30, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Mar 26, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Oct 24, 2023 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Oct 24, 2023 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Oct 20, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Oct 25, 2022 | Oct 26, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 1, 2015 | Jul 1, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 29, 2005 | Aug 29, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 29, 2005 | Nov 1, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 14, 2001 | Apr 23, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 27, 1998 | Aug 14, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 9, 1995 | Nov 14, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 2, 1987 | Jul 8, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 27, 1984 | May 15, 1984 | Resolved |
Enforcement Actions
Formal enforcement cases brought by the EPA or state agencies, including administrative orders and civil penalties assessed. Penalty amounts reflect what was formally assessed, not necessarily what was collected.
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NJR000040246-001 · Aug 29, 2005
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NJD002195303-001 · Mar 14, 2001
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NJD002195303-004 · Jul 2, 1987
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NJD002195303-000 · Apr 27, 1984
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NJD002195303-002 · Apr 27, 1984
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