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GLOBAL ADVANCED METALS USA/BOYERTOWN
Quick Summary
- •Released 340,408 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 $4,000 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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COUNTY LINE RD
BOYERTOWN, PA 19512
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- MONTGOMERY County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 331410
- Inspections
- 8 · last Mar 18, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $4,000 · last Jun 3, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110040906464
How This Compares
#19
of 920 TRI reporters in PA
#509
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.
0
Air (CAA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
3
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)
+16% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 166,241 | — |
| 2016 | 232,865 | +40% |
| 2017 | 340,408 | +46% |
| 2018 | 197,929 | -42% |
| 2019 | 295,669 | +49% |
| 2020 | 269,432 | -9% |
| 2021 | 260,709 | -3% |
| 2022 | 347,735 | +33% |
| 2023 | 229,251 | -34% |
| 2024 | 193,300 | -16% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 154,647 | 154,600 | 47 | — | 1,205 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 35,520 | — | 35,520 | — | — | |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 2,838 | 2,838 | — | — | 955 | |
| Manganese compounds | 148 | 0 | 148 | — | 78,657 | |
| Nitric acid | 140 | 140 | — | — | — | |
| Copper compounds | 7 | 0 | 7 | — | 48,358 | |
| Lead compounds | 1 | 1 | 0 | — | 17,623 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 8 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 165,942 | 165,900 | 42 | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 60,169 | — | 60,169 | — | — | |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 2,804 | 2,804 | — | — | 1,303 | |
| Nitric acid | 180 | 180 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 148 | 0 | 148 | — | 75,194 | |
| Copper compounds | 7 | 0 | 7 | — | 50,564 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 18,357 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 3 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 264,471 | 264,420 | 51 | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 78,795 | — | 78,795 | — | — | |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 4,020 | 4,020 | — | — | 1,832 | |
| Nitric acid | 280 | 280 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 160 | 0 | 160 | — | 91,404 | |
| Copper compounds | 8 | 0 | 8 | — | 65,601 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 23,756 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 30 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 218,474 | 218,429 | 45 | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 37,994 | — | 37,994 | — | — | |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 3,838 | 3,838 | — | — | 932 | |
| Nitric acid | 240 | 240 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 155 | 0 | 155 | — | 70,780 | |
| Copper compounds | 7 | 0 | 7 | — | 55,876 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 20,175 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 13 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 211,956 | 211,920 | 36 | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 53,544 | — | 53,544 | — | — | |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 3,440 | 3,440 | — | — | 168 | |
| Nitric acid | 340 | 340 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 145 | 0 | 145 | — | 44,472 | |
| Copper compounds | 6 | 0 | 6 | — | 42,153 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 15,134 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 3 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 164,377 | 164,327 | 50 | — | 5 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 126,060 | — | 126,060 | — | — | |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 4,422 | 4,422 | — | — | 15 | |
| Nitric acid | 600 | 600 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 210 | 0 | 209 | — | 62,921 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 19,824 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 5 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 123,925 | 123,874 | 51 | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 69,232 | — | 69,232 | — | — | |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 4,034 | 4,034 | — | — | — | |
| Nitric acid | 471 | 471 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 257 | 0 | 257 | — | 17,553 | |
| Copper compounds | 10 | 0 | 10 | — | 56,981 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 20,065 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 5 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 199,127 | — | 199,127 | — | — | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 134,539 | 134,495 | 44 | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 4,882 | 4,882 | — | — | — | |
| Nitric acid | 1,689 | 1,689 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 164 | 0 | 163 | — | 15,316 | |
| Copper compounds | 7 | 0 | 7 | — | 49,718 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 17,507 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 5 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 131,273 | — | 131,273 | — | — | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 97,385 | 97,347 | 38 | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 3,162 | 3,162 | — | — | — | |
| Nitric acid | 903 | 903 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 136 | 1 | 134 | — | 10,894 | |
| Copper compounds | 6 | 0 | 6 | — | 35,363 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 12,453 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 5 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 102,428 | 102,386 | 42 | — | 468 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 59,514 | — | 59,514 | — | — | |
| Hydrogen fluoride | 3,349 | 3,349 | — | — | — | |
| Nitric acid | 802 | 802 | — | — | — | |
| Manganese compounds | 141 | 1 | 140 | — | 13,553 | |
| Copper compounds | 7 | 0 | 7 | — | 43,567 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 15,341 | |
| Mercury compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 5 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | 36,332 |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | — | 363,681 | — | — |
| Hydrogen fluoride | — | — | — | 2,700,325 |
| Mercury compounds | — | 8 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
PIONEER CROSSING LANDFILL
BIRDSBORO, PA
|
Lead compounds | 7,297 | — | — | — |
|
ROLLING HILLS LANDFILL
BOYERTOWN, PA
|
Lead compounds | 8,566 | — | — | — |
|
WASTE CONTROL SPECIALISTS, LLC
ANDREWS, TX
|
Lead compounds | 1,760 | — | — | — |
|
PIONEER CROSSING LANDFILL
BIRDSBORO, PA
|
Manganese compounds | 6,511 | — | — | — |
|
ROLLING HILLS LANDFILL
BOYERTOWN, PA
|
Manganese compounds | 7,643 | — | — | — |
|
WASTE CONTROL SPECIALISTS, LLC
ANDREWS, TX
|
Manganese compounds | 64,503 | — | — | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
FLANDERS, NJ
|
Mercury compounds | — | 8 | — | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
FLANDERS, NJ
|
Hydrogen fluoride | 955 | — | — | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS LLC
FLANDERS, NJ
|
Methyl isobutyl ketone | — | 1,205 | — | — |
|
PIONEER CROSSING LANDFILL
BIRDSBORO, PA
|
Copper compounds | 20,729 | — | — | — |
|
WASTE CONTROL SPECIALISTS
ANDREWS, TX
|
Copper compounds | 3,295 | — | — | — |
|
ROLLING HILLS LANDFILL
BOYERTOWN, PA
|
Copper compounds | 24,334 | — | — | — |
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 | Mar 18, 2025 | Apr 4, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 16, 2009 | Jun 16, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 28, 2001 | Sep 5, 2002 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 26, 1997 | Apr 7, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 26, 1997 | Apr 7, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 24, 1997 | Sep 4, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 24, 1997 | Sep 4, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 30, 1997 | Sep 4, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 12, 1993 | Jul 15, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 12, 1993 | Jul 15, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 6, 1991 | Sep 16, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 24, 1989 | May 12, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 29, 1988 | Apr 24, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 22, 1985 | Apr 21, 1986 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Dec 14, 1984 | Mar 15, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 24, 1984 | Dec 14, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 4, 1984 | Mar 28, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 15, 1984 | Mar 15, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 9, 1983 | Jan 11, 1984 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 21.00 mg/L | 20.00 | +5% | Oct 2024 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 16.07 kg/d | 13.39 | +20% | Sep 2024 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 52.00 mg/L | 40.00 | +30% | Sep 2024 | Open |
| Solids, total suspended | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 34.00 mg/L | 20.00 | +70% | Sep 2024 | Open |
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.
CONSENT ASSESSMENT OF CIVIL PENALTY
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-101 · Jun 3, 2025
$4,000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-100 · Mar 31, 2025
State Administrative Order of Consent
Clean Water Act
· Case PA-0011266_05182012 · May 18, 2012
$1,500
State Administrative Order of Consent
Clean Water Act
· Case PA-0011266_06032005 · Jun 3, 2005
$47,711
Administrative - Formal
· Case 03-2002-0305 · Jun 27, 2003
$98,726
Administrative - Formal
· Case 03-2002-0307 · Sep 30, 2002
Administrative - Formal
· Case 03-2002-0306 · Sep 30, 2002
Administrative - Formal
· Case 03-2001-0437 · Sep 28, 2001
Administrative - Formal
· Case 03-2001-0436 · Sep 28, 2001
Administrative - Formal
· Case 03-2001-0278 · May 31, 2001
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-000 · Dec 19, 1997
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-011 · Feb 15, 1991
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-009 · May 12, 1989
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-008 · Jun 29, 1988
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-006 · Aug 6, 1985
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-007 · Jul 22, 1985
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-004 · Dec 20, 1984
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-003 · Jul 24, 1984
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-002 · May 31, 1984
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD002335545-005 · Mar 14, 1984
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