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CHARTER MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC. (1318171623)
Quick Summary
- •Released 27,086 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 $0 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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4300 EAST 49TH STREET
CUYAHOGA HEIGHTS, OH 44125
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- CUYAHOGA County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 331110
- Inspections
- 3 · last Apr 23, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last Sep 28, 2012
- Registry ID
- 110000387402
How This Compares
#138
of 1,142 TRI reporters in OH
#2,386
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
2
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
2
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)
-73% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 27,160 | — |
| 2016 | 26,719 | -2% |
| 2017 | 27,086 | +1% |
| 2018 | 4,401 | -84% |
| 2020 | 3,596 | — |
| 2021 | 3,931 | +9% |
| 2022 | 4,965 | +26% |
| 2023 | 8,895 | +79% |
| 2024 | 7,296 | -18% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 6,346 | 6,331 | 15 | — | 4,878,882 | |
| Manganese compounds | 825 | 825 | 0 | — | 635,593 | |
| Copper | 49 | 49 | — | — | 37,649 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 49 | 49 | — | — | 56,260 | |
| Lead compounds | 26 | 26 | — | — | 19,982 | |
| Nickel | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1,117 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 9 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 7,120 | 6,817 | 303 | — | 5,305,222 | |
| Manganese compounds | 1,646 | 1,646 | 0 | — | 1,280,728 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 51 | 51 | — | — | 53,676 | |
| Copper | 51 | 51 | — | — | 39,944 | |
| Lead compounds | 26 | 26 | — | — | 20,030 | |
| Nickel | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1,009 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 10 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury compounds | — | — | — | — | 19 | |
| Zinc compounds | 4,317 | 4,028 | 289 | — | 4,846,368 | |
| Manganese compounds | 599 | 599 | — | — | 721,300 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 30 | 30 | — | — | 47,477 | |
| Lead compounds | 18 | 18 | — | — | 20,553 | |
| Nickel | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1,745 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 3,295 | 3,279 | 16 | — | 3,439,750 | |
| Manganese compounds | 587 | 587 | 0 | — | 616,597 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 31 | 31 | — | — | 47,571 | |
| Lead compounds | 16 | 16 | — | — | 16,606 | |
| Nickel | 2 | 2 | — | — | 1,603 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 17 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 3,066 | 3,053 | 13 | — | 3,465,144 | |
| Manganese compounds | 484 | 484 | 0 | — | 549,365 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 26 | 26 | — | — | 39,389 | |
| Lead compounds | 18 | 18 | — | — | 19,623 | |
| Nickel | 1 | 1 | — | — | 1,319 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 11 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 3,608 | 3,595 | 13 | — | 4,307,137 | |
| Manganese compounds | 734 | 734 | — | — | 879,377 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 30 | 30 | — | — | 58,368 | |
| Lead compounds | 27 | 26 | 1 | — | 74,594 | |
| Nickel | 2 | 2 | 0 | — | 1,822 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 28 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 23,555 | 23,517 | 38 | — | 5,130,066 | |
| Manganese compounds | 3,124 | 3,124 | 0 | — | 667,641 | |
| Lead compounds | 187 | 184 | 3 | — | 39,572 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 168 | 168 | — | — | 64,329 | |
| Vanadium compounds | 29 | 29 | — | — | 3,024 | |
| Nickel | 22 | 22 | 0 | — | 4,659 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 9 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 23,566 | 23,548 | 18 | — | 4,068,299 | |
| Manganese compounds | 2,781 | 2,781 | 0 | — | 520,467 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 202 | 202 | — | — | 45,402 | |
| Lead compounds | 119 | 117 | 2 | — | 36,594 | |
| Vanadium compounds | 29 | 29 | — | — | 6,136 | |
| Nickel | 22 | 21 | 0 | — | 4,563 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 8 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 23,878 | 23,871 | 7 | — | 4,490,569 | |
| Manganese | 2,927 | 2,927 | 0 | — | 584,364 | |
| Lead | 203 | 201 | 2 | — | 40,034 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Chromium | 130 | 130 | — | — | 28,745 | |
| Nickel | 22 | 22 | — | — | 5,102 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 9 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | — | 37,637 | — | — |
| Lead compounds | — | 19,940 | — | — |
| Mercury compounds | — | 9 | — | — |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 37,637 | — | — |
| Nickel | — | 1,107 | — | — |
| Zinc compounds | — | 4,877,272 | — | — |
| Manganese compounds | — | 635,396 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
MICHIGAN DISPOSAL INC
BELLEVILLE, MI
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 12 | — | — | — |
|
WAELZ SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS, LLC
LOGANSPORT, IN
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 37,637 | — | — |
|
WASTE MANAGEMENT RENEWABLE ENERGY OF OHIO AMERICAN LANDFILL
WAYNESBURG, OH
|
Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 18,609 | — | — | — |
|
MICHIGAN DISPOSAL INC
BELLEVILLE, MI
|
Nickel | 0 | — | — | — |
|
WAELZ SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS, LLC
LOGANSPORT, IN
|
Nickel | — | 1,107 | — | — |
|
MICHIGAN DISPOSAL INC
BELLEVILLE, MI
|
Zinc compounds | 1,509 | — | — | — |
|
WAELZ SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS, LLC
LOGANSPORT, IN
|
Zinc compounds | — | 4,877,272 | — | — |
|
MICHIGAN DISPOSAL INC
BELLEVILLE, MI
|
Mercury compounds | 0 | — | — | — |
|
WAELZ SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS, LLC
LOGANSPORT, IN
|
Mercury compounds | — | 9 | — | — |
|
SANDUSKY STEEL
MILAN, OH
|
Lead compounds | — | 1 | — | — |
|
WAELZ SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS, LLC
LOGANSPORT, IN
|
Lead compounds | — | 19,925 | — | — |
|
WASTE MANAGEMENT RENEWABLE ENERGY OF OHIO AMERICAN LANDFILL
WAYNESBURG, OH
|
Lead compounds | 27 | — | — | — |
|
MICHIGAN DISPOSAL INC
BELLEVILLE, MI
|
Lead compounds | 6 | — | — | — |
|
NORTH COAST FERROUS SUPPLY
CLEVELAND, OH
|
Lead compounds | — | 14 | — | — |
|
VEXOR TECHNOLOGY INC
MEDINA, OH
|
Lead compounds | 7 | — | — | — |
|
MICHIGAN DISPOSAL INC
BELLEVILLE, MI
|
Copper | 12 | — | — | — |
|
WAELZ SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS, LLC
LOGANSPORT, IN
|
Copper | — | 37,637 | — | — |
|
MICHIGAN DISPOSAL INC
BELLEVILLE, MI
|
Manganese compounds | 197 | — | — | — |
|
WAELZ SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS, LLC
LOGANSPORT, IN
|
Manganese compounds | — | 635,396 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nickel | 9 | SOUTHERLY WASTEWATER TREATMENT CENTER, CLEVELAND |
| Zinc compounds | 101 | SOUTHERLY WASTEWATER TREATMENT CENTER, CLEVELAND |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 2 | SOUTHERLY WASTEWATER TREATMENT CENTER, CLEVELAND |
| Lead compounds | 1 | SOUTHERLY WASTEWATER TREATMENT CENTER, CLEVELAND |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | SOUTHERLY WASTEWATER TREATMENT CENTER, CLEVELAND |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 14, 2023 | Nov 14, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Nov 14, 2023 | Jan 4, 2024 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | May 26, 2023 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Jun 17, 2016 | — | Open |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Jul 24, 2014 | Jul 25, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Jul 24, 2014 | Jul 25, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | May 26, 2011 | Jul 6, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 26, 2011 | Jul 6, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 23, 2005 | Oct 31, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Jul 20, 1995 | Jun 22, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Apr 12, 1993 | Jun 22, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Sep 11, 1991 | Nov 15, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jul 31, 1989 | Nov 15, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Jul 31, 1989 | Jan 18, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Jul 31, 1989 | Jan 28, 1991 | 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-OHD004220810-012 · Dec 13, 2023
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603608134 · May 19, 2023
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2019-9951 · Sep 30, 2019
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3600390413 · Sep 25, 2015
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-011 · Aug 15, 2014
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2012-5051 · Sep 28, 2012
$102,647
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2012-5050 · Sep 25, 2012
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-010 · Jun 16, 2011
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2011-5003 · Jan 21, 2011
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-008 · Jul 28, 1995
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-007 · May 11, 1993
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-006 · Sep 16, 1991
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-005 · Aug 27, 1990
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-001 · May 18, 1990
$20,300
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-004 · Aug 18, 1989
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004220810-003 · Aug 14, 1989
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