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AURORIUM ZEELAND LLC
Quick Summary
- •Released 90,108 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 $146,114 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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215 NORTH CENTENNIAL STREET
ZEELAND, MI 49464
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- OTTAWA County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 325199
- Inspections
- 14 · last Sep 25, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $146,114 · last Apr 20, 2022
- Registry ID
- 110000411206
How This Compares
#45
of 692 TRI reporters in MI
#1,182
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.
1
Air (CAA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
12
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
12
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)
+45% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 67,436 | — |
| 2016 | 53,790 | -20% |
| 2017 | 90,108 | +68% |
| 2018 | 120,047 | +33% |
| 2019 | 54 | -100% |
| 2020 | 86,894 | +160815% |
| 2021 | 137,512 | +58% |
| 2022 | 132,296 | -4% |
| 2023 | 104,682 | -21% |
| 2024 | 97,617 | -7% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene | 82,130 | 82,130 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 10,431 | 10,431 | — | — | 470,462 | |
| Methanol | 2,354 | 2,354 | — | — | 80,536 | |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | 740 | 740 | — | — | 32,811 | |
| Acetonitrile | 708 | 708 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorobenzene | 673 | 673 | — | — | 9,236 | |
| Pyridine | 221 | 221 | — | — | 57,143 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | 184 | 184 | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | 165 | 165 | — | — | 816 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 11 | 11 | — | — | 4,155 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene | 88,278 | 88,278 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 10,784 | 10,784 | — | — | 265,069 | |
| Methanol | 2,314 | 2,314 | — | — | 52,638 | |
| Chlorobenzene | 1,655 | 1,655 | — | — | 12,121 | |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | 760 | 760 | — | — | 39,404 | |
| Pyridine | 452 | 452 | — | — | 33,585 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | 266 | 266 | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | 165 | 165 | — | — | 1,092 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 8 | 8 | — | — | 12,866 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene | 115,734 | 115,734 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 13,425 | 13,425 | — | — | 834,976 | |
| Methanol | 1,730 | 1,730 | — | — | 65,748 | |
| Maleic anhydride | 530 | 530 | — | — | 56,395 | |
| Pyridine | 334 | 334 | — | — | 44,514 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | 332 | 332 | — | — | — | |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | 211 | 211 | — | — | 61,863 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene | 118,053 | 118,053 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 13,723 | 13,723 | — | — | 1,369,357 | |
| Methanol | 3,101 | 3,101 | — | — | 108,263 | |
| Acetonitrile | 800 | 800 | — | — | 1,175 | |
| Maleic anhydride | 547 | 547 | — | — | 50,645 | |
| Chlorobenzene | 466 | 466 | — | — | 12,224 | |
| Pyridine | 380 | 380 | — | — | 77,151 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | 268 | 268 | — | — | 642 | |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | 174 | 174 | — | — | 69,905 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene | 73,999 | 73,999 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 8,730 | 8,730 | — | — | 1,008,810 | |
| Methanol | 2,930 | 2,930 | — | — | 97,421 | |
| Acetonitrile | 552 | 552 | — | — | 872 | |
| Pyridine | 403 | 403 | — | — | 80,910 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | 218 | 218 | — | — | 63,092 | |
| Maleic anhydride | 62 | 62 | — | — | 519 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maleic anhydride | 54 | 54 | — | — | 160 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene | 101,414 | 101,414 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 14,096 | 14,096 | — | — | 963,258 | |
| Methanol | 3,325 | 3,325 | — | — | 273,079 | |
| Pyridine | 558 | 558 | — | — | 296,518 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | 389 | 389 | — | — | 115 | |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | 261 | 261 | — | — | 4,179 | |
| Maleic anhydride | 4 | 4 | — | — | 316 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene | 75,196 | 75,196 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 10,876 | 10,876 | — | — | 227,998 | |
| Methanol | 3,501 | 3,501 | — | — | 147,990 | |
| Pyridine | 535 | 535 | — | — | 32,303 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodium nitrite | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene | 38,174 | 38,174 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 11,301 | 11,301 | — | — | 273,985 | |
| Methanol | 3,671 | 3,671 | — | — | 169,721 | |
| Pyridine | 517 | 517 | — | — | 35,915 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 127 | 127 | — | — | 5,981 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Aluminum (fume or dust) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene | 49,662 | 49,662 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 11,963 | 11,963 | — | — | 243,720 | |
| Methanol | 3,960 | 3,960 | — | — | 170,620 | |
| Chlorobenzene | 1,317 | 1,317 | — | — | — | |
| Pyridine | 534 | 534 | — | — | 34,774 | ♦ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methanol | — | 62,522 | 76,907 | 3,336 |
| Chlorobenzene | — | 221,730 | — | 8,899 |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | — | 2,746 | 16,382 | 10,559 |
| Toluene | — | 3,536,476 | 396,966 | 66,854 |
| Pyridine | — | 187,472 | 57,138 | 5 |
| Maleic anhydride | — | 157 | — | 38 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
LIVONIA, MI
|
Maleic anhydride | 319 | — | — | — |
|
OTTAWA COUNTY LANDFILL INC
COOPERSVILLE, MI
|
Maleic anhydride | — | 85 | — | — |
|
SPRING GROVE RESOURCE RECOVERY INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Maleic anhydride | 21 | — | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | 3 |
|
CLEAN HARBORS
CORUNNA
|
Maleic anhydride | 264 | — | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 4,149 | — | — | — |
|
SPRING GROVE RESOURCE RECOVERY INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1 | — | — | — |
|
LONE STAR GREENCASTLE WDF
GREENCASTLE, IN
|
Pyridine | — | — | 57,138 | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Toluene | — | — | 2,520 | — |
|
LONE STAR GREENCASTLE WDF
GREENCASTLE, IN
|
Toluene | — | — | 380,584 | — |
|
BEAVER OIL CO INC
HODGKINS, IL
|
Toluene | — | — | — | 27,251 |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
LIVONIA, MI
|
Toluene | — | 57 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Toluene | — | — | — | 10,990 |
|
SPRING GROVE RESOURCE RECOVERY INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Toluene | 2 | — | — | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
LIVONIA, MI
|
Methanol | 156 | — | — | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Methanol | — | — | 126 | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Methanol | — | — | — | 3,306 |
|
LONE STAR GREENCASTLE WDF
GREENCASTLE, IN
|
Methanol | — | — | 76,088 | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
2-Methoxyethanol | — | — | — | 10,554 |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
2-Methoxyethanol | — | 2,746 | — | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
LIVONIA, MI
|
2-Methoxyethanol | — | — | 13,862 | — |
|
BEAVER OIL CO INC
HODGKINS, IL
|
Chlorobenzene | — | — | — | 3,998 |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
LIVONIA, MI
|
Chlorobenzene | — | — | — | 4,644 |
|
SPRING GROVE RESOURCE RECOVERY INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Chlorobenzene | — | — | — | 204 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Methanol | 5 | ZEELAND WWTP, ZEELAND |
| Maleic anhydride | 5 | ZEELAND WWTP, ZEELAND |
| 2-Methoxyethanol | 5 | ZEELAND WWTP, ZEELAND |
| Pyridine | 5 | ZEELAND WWTP, ZEELAND |
| Acetonitrile | — | ZEELAND WWTP, ZEELAND |
| Chlorobenzene | — | ZEELAND WWTP, ZEELAND |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 5 | ZEELAND WWTP, ZEELAND |
| Toluene | 5 | ZEELAND WWTP, ZEELAND |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cwa | Reporting Violations - Failure to Notify | Jan 30, 2026 | Jan 30, 2026 | Resolved |
| cwa | Reporting Violations - Late Submittal of DMRs | Dec 21, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Sep 24, 2025 | — | Open |
| cwa | Reporting Violations - Late Submittal of DMRs | Oct 21, 2024 | — | Open |
| cwa | Reporting Violations - Late Submittal of DMRs | Sep 21, 2024 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Jun 22, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 22, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 22, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 22, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | ID and Listing of HW: Emergency preparedness and response for management of Excluded Hazardous Secondary Materials | Jun 22, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | Violation of a Federal or State Statute | Jun 22, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Nov 9, 2022 | Apr 20, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 9, 2022 | Apr 20, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Nov 9, 2022 | Nov 9, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 9, 2022 | Apr 20, 2023 | Resolved |
| cwa | Permit Violations - Discharge Without a Valid Permit | Nov 3, 2022 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - Failure to Maintain Records | Nov 3, 2022 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - Improper Chemical Handling | Nov 3, 2022 | — | Open |
| cwa | WW Storm Water Non-Construction - Failure to develop any or adequate SWPPP/SWMP | Nov 3, 2022 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Sep 21, 2021 | — | Open |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Equipment Leaks | Oct 14, 2020 | May 18, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Tanks, Surface Impoundments and Containers | Oct 14, 2020 | May 18, 2022 | Resolved |
| cwa | Permit Violations - Discharge Without a Valid Permit | Jun 10, 2020 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Apr 2, 2019 | — | Open |
| cwa | Effluent Violations - Numeric effluent violation | Apr 30, 2018 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - No Licensed/Certified Operator | Apr 5, 2018 | — | Open |
| cwa | Effluent Violations - Numeric effluent violation | Apr 2, 2018 | — | Open |
| cwa | Effluent Violations - Numeric effluent violation | Mar 13, 2018 | — | Open |
| cwa | Reporting Violations - Failure to Notify | Mar 13, 2018 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - No Licensed/Certified Operator | Jan 29, 2018 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Aug 30, 2016 | Aug 30, 2016 | Resolved |
| cwa | Effluent Violations - Numeric effluent violation | Jun 23, 2015 | — | Open |
| cwa | Effluent Violations - Numeric effluent violation | Jan 20, 2014 | — | Open |
| cwa | Permit Violations - Discharge Without a Valid Permit | Apr 18, 2013 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - Failure to Maintain Records | Apr 1, 2012 | — | Open |
| cwa | Reporting Violations - Failure to Notify | Apr 1, 2012 | — | Open |
| cwa | Monitoring Violations - Failure to Monitor for Non-Toxicity Requirements | Nov 25, 2010 | — | Open |
| cwa | Monitoring Violations - Failure to Monitor for Non-Toxicity Requirements | Jul 6, 2010 | — | Open |
| cwa | Monitoring Violations - Failure to Monitor for Non-Toxicity Requirements | Jun 30, 2010 | — | Open |
| cwa | Management Practice Violations - Improper Operation and Maintenance | Nov 2, 2009 | — | Open |
| cwa | Permit Violations - Discharge Without a Valid Permit | Nov 2, 2009 | — | Open |
| cwa | Monitoring Violations - Improper Analysis or Lab Error | Oct 22, 2009 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 18, 2006 | Aug 8, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 10, 2003 | Sep 23, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | EPA Administered Permit Programs: the HW Permit Program Permit Conditions | Dec 18, 2001 | Mar 8, 2002 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 13, 2001 | Feb 27, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 31, 1995 | Jul 12, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jan 20, 1994 | Feb 28, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | Jan 20, 1994 | Feb 28, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Jan 20, 1994 | Feb 28, 1994 | Resolved |
Discharge Limit Exceedances
Instances where this facility's reported discharge monitoring results exceeded its permitted limits under the Clean Water Act. Exceedance percentage shows how far over the permit limit the discharge was.
| Pollutant | Violation | Reported | Limit | Exceedance | Period | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine, total residual | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.37 mg/L | 0.04 | +876% | Mar 2025 | Open |
| Chlorine, total residual | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.09 mg/L | 0.04 | +132% | Jul 2022 | Open |
| Chlorine, total residual | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.04 mg/L | 0.04 | +5% | Jun 2022 | Open |
| Chlorine, total residual | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.08 mg/L | 0.04 | +98% | Feb 2021 | Open |
| Chlorine, total residual | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.05 mg/L | 0.04 | +32% | Jun 2020 | Resolved |
| Chlorine, total residual | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.07 mg/L | 0.04 | +84% | May 2020 | 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.
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604561612 · Sep 30, 2025
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2025-7844 · Nov 5, 2024
$34,986
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2022-9906 · Apr 20, 2022
$55,564
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-MID083684290-002 · Apr 20, 2022
$55,564
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603391062 · Sep 21, 2021
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-MID083684290-001 · Oct 14, 2020
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601850882 · Apr 2, 2019
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2006-3652 · Jun 16, 2006
$10,000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-MID083684290-007 · Jan 20, 1994
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-MID083684290-006 · May 27, 1993
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-MID083684290-005 · Feb 3, 1993
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-MID083684290-004 · May 15, 1990
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-MID083684290-003 · Apr 19, 1989
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