TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
KAO SPECIALTIES AMERICAS LLC
Quick Summary
- •Released 1,722 lbs of toxic chemicals to the environment in the most recent TRI reporting year.
- •Assessed $0 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
-
243 WOODBINE STREET
HIGH POINT, NC 27261
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- GUILFORD County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 325613
- Inspections
- 6 · last Jul 9, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last Sep 24, 2020
- Registry ID
- 110000751525
How This Compares
#280
of 729 TRI reporters in NC
#6,406
of 16,877 TRI reporters in Manufacturing
Ranked by most recent year's total TRI releases.
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)
+9049% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 652 | — |
| 2016 | 674 | +3% |
| 2017 | 1,722 | +156% |
| 2018 | 1,722 | 0% |
| 2019 | 0 | -100% |
| 2020 | 964 | — |
| 2021 | 2,669 | +177% |
| 2022 | 2,703 | +1% |
| 2023 | 6,236 | +131% |
| 2024 | 59,695 | +857% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | 58,437 | — | — | 58,437 | 19,479 | |
| Methanol | 1,175 | 1,175 | — | — | 2,402 | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 58 | 58 | — | — | 2,450 | |
| Styrene | 13 | 13 | — | — | 80 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Allyl alcohol | 11 | 11 | — | — | 5 | |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 18,964 | |
| Methanol | 6,173 | 6,173 | — | — | 3,343 | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 42 | 42 | — | — | 289 | |
| Styrene | 11 | 11 | — | — | 69 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Allyl alcohol | 9 | 9 | — | — | 4 | |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 23,107 | |
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 2,531 | 2,531 | — | — | 1,892 | |
| Styrene | 103 | 14 | — | 89 | 89 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 54 | 54 | — | — | — | |
| Allyl alcohol | 14 | 14 | — | — | 6 | |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 22,261 | |
| Methanol | 2,590 | 2,590 | — | — | 8,274 | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 49 | 49 | — | — | 2,043 | |
| Allyl alcohol | 16 | 16 | — | — | 7 | |
| Styrene | 13 | 13 | — | — | 82 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 16,800 | |
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 513 | 513 | — | — | 8,482 | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 233 | 233 | — | — | 829 | |
| Allyl alcohol | 197 | 20 | — | 177 | 9 | |
| Styrene | 20 | 20 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | 18 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 20,855 | |
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 1,365 | 1,365 | — | — | 14,465 | |
| Allyl alcohol | 197 | 20 | — | 177 | 7 | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 139 | 139 | — | — | 1,923 | |
| Styrene | 20 | 20 | — | — | 27 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | 20 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 17,402 | |
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 1,320 | 1,320 | — | — | 1,555 | |
| Allyl alcohol | 196 | 20 | — | 177 | 6 | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 143 | 143 | — | — | 30 | |
| Styrene | 61 | 61 | — | — | 52 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 21,093 | |
| Methanol | 235 | 235 | — | — | 17,570 | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 207 | 207 | — | — | 520 | |
| Allyl alcohol | 169 | 17 | — | 152 | 1 | |
| Styrene | 61 | 61 | — | — | 10 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 23,435 | |
| Methanol | 235 | 235 | — | — | 5 | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | 207 | 207 | — | — | 622 | |
| Allyl alcohol | 172 | 16 | — | 157 | 7 | |
| Styrene | 37 | 37 | — | — | 6 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene oxide | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Propylene oxide | 0 | 0 | — | — | 1 | ♦ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | — | — | 2,450 | — |
| Propylene oxide | — | — | — | 16,354 |
| Methanol | — | — | — | 26,225 |
| Ethylene oxide | — | — | — | 55,288 |
| Allyl alcohol | — | — | — | 109 |
| Styrene | — | — | — | 871 |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | 77,917 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS
ASHEBORO, NC
|
4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | — | — | 2,450 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Styrene | 80 | CITY OF HIGH POINT, THOMASVILLE |
| Allyl alcohol | 5 | CITY OF HIGH POINT, THOMASVILLE |
| Methanol | 2,402 | CITY OF HIGH POINT, THOMASVILLE |
| Ethylene glycol | 19,479 | CITY OF HIGH POINT, THOMASVILLE |
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 | Mar 27, 2020 | Apr 9, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Mar 27, 2020 | Nov 3, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Feb 5, 2020 | Feb 5, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | May 23, 2017 | Jun 7, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 4, 2010 | Jan 2, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 10, 1994 | Apr 7, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Mar 4, 1993 | Mar 4, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 4, 1992 | Feb 7, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 5, 1991 | Mar 12, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Oct 5, 1983 | Nov 14, 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.
Administrative - Formal
· Case 04-2017-8553 · Nov 10, 2016
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NCD980600597-019 · Dec 6, 2010
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NCD980600597-012 · Mar 10, 1994
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NCD980600597-011 · Mar 4, 1993
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NCD980600597-010 · Feb 4, 1992
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NCD980600597-042 · Mar 5, 1991
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NCD980600597-001 · Oct 19, 1983
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THE RETREAT AT 68 NORTH
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HIGH POINT CLINICAL TRIALS CENTER
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