Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
RCRA
VIBRANTZ COLOR SOLUTIONS INC
Quick Summary
- •Released 3,740 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.
- Address
-
620 SHEPHERD DR
LOCKLAND, OH 45215
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- HAMILTON County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 325510
- Inspections
- 2 · last Sep 25, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $0
- Registry ID
- 110010296777
How This Compares
#362
of 1,142 TRI reporters in OH
#5,425
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.
2
Air (CAA)
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)
-56% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3,527 | — |
| 2016 | 4,054 | +15% |
| 2017 | 3,740 | -8% |
| 2018 | 3,073 | -18% |
| 2019 | 2,754 | -10% |
| 2020 | 1,799 | -35% |
| 2021 | 2,381 | +32% |
| 2022 | 1,584 | -33% |
| 2023 | 1,335 | -16% |
| 2024 | 1,547 | +16% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | 895 | 895 | — | — | 17,103 | |
| Nonylphenol Ethoxylates | 302 | 302 | — | — | 514 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 214 | 214 | — | — | 2,910 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 85 | 85 | — | — | 1,353 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 51 | 51 | — | — | 842 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 923 | 923 | — | — | 15,337 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 292 | 292 | — | — | 4,721 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 91 | 91 | — | — | 1,389 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 28 | 28 | — | — | 366 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1 | 1 | — | — | 7,070 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 1,052 | 1,052 | — | — | 21,959 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 374 | 374 | — | — | 4,230 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 102 | 102 | — | — | 1,625 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 55 | 55 | — | — | 1,077 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1 | 1 | — | — | 8,595 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 2,005 | 2,005 | — | — | 27,352 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 206 | 206 | — | — | 2,962 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 100 | 100 | — | — | 1,547 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 69 | 69 | — | — | 988 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1 | 1 | — | — | 10,527 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 1,343 | 1,343 | — | — | 19,316 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 249 | 249 | — | — | 3,577 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 135 | 135 | — | — | 1,946 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 71 | 71 | — | — | 1,020 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1 | 1 | — | — | 11,813 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 2,549 | 2,549 | — | — | 36,677 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 148 | 148 | — | — | 2,127 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 57 | 57 | — | — | 814 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 2,918 | 2,918 | — | — | 41,982 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 118 | 118 | — | — | 1,700 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 37 | 37 | — | — | 527 | |
| Zinc compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 173 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 0 | 0 | — | — | 2,531 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 3,384 | 3,384 | — | — | 48,680 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 279 | 279 | — | — | 4,021 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 77 | 77 | — | — | 1,112 | |
| Zinc compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 1,230 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 0 | 0 | — | — | 7,617 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 3,794 | 3,794 | — | — | 54,570 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 128 | 128 | — | — | 1,830 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 69 | 69 | — | — | 1,001 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 63 | 63 | — | — | 913 | |
| Chromium | 0 | 0 | — | — | 7,436 | |
| Vanadium compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 1,166 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — | 270 | |
| Chromium | — | — | — | — | 3,373 | |
| Manganese | — | — | — | — | 395 | |
| Vanadium compounds | — | — | — | — | 838 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 3,295 | 3,295 | — | — | 47,401 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 89 | 89 | — | — | 1,278 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 88 | 88 | — | — | 1,268 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 55 | 55 | — | — | 792 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | — | — | 1,208 | — |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | 756 | — |
| Certain glycol ethers | — | — | — | 2,591 |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | 13,405 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
INDUSTRIAL CONTAINER SERVICES OH LLC
GAHANNA, OH
|
1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 145 | — | — | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | — | — | 1,208 | — |
|
INDUSTRIAL CONTAINER SERVICES OH LLC
GAHANNA, OH
|
Certain glycol ethers | 319 | — | — | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Certain glycol ethers | — | — | — | 2,591 |
|
RUMPKE CONTAINER SERV INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Certain glycol ethers | 0 | — | — | — |
|
INDUSTRIAL CONTAINER SERVICES OH LLC
GAHANNA, OH
|
Ethylene glycol | 2,329 | — | — | — |
|
RUMPKE CONTAINER SERV INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Ethylene glycol | 556 | — | — | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | 4,060 |
|
INDUSTRIAL CONTAINER SERVICES OH LLC
GAHANNA, OH
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | 86 | — | — | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | 756 | — |
|
INDUSTRIAL CONTAINER SERVICES OH LLC
GAHANNA, OH
|
Nonylphenol Ethoxylates | 514 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Certain glycol ethers | 0 | MILL CREEK WWTP (1431070944), CINCINNATI |
| Ethylene glycol | 10,158 | MILL CREEK WWTP (1431070944), CINCINNATI |
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 | Jul 16, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Sep 29, 2023 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 24, 2022 | Jun 24, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Mar 13, 2018 | Feb 7, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 13, 2018 | Feb 7, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 20, 2013 | Jun 20, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 9, 1998 | Dec 22, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 8, 1998 | Dec 9, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 1, 1993 | Oct 1, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 8, 1985 | Oct 22, 1985 | 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 3604459437 · Apr 29, 2025
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603619474 · May 26, 2023
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD041604729-006 · Jul 14, 2022
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD041604729-005 · Jul 19, 2013
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD041604729-004 · Dec 9, 1998
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD041604729-003 · Jul 24, 1998
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD041604729-002 · Sep 2, 1993
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD041604729-001 · Jul 23, 1985
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