Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
AKZO NOBEL COATINGS INC
Quick Summary
- •Released 11,050 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 $34,000 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
-
1872 HWY 9 BYPASS W
LANCASTER, SC 29720
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- LANCASTER County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 326113
- Inspections
- 4 · last Sep 30, 2024
- Total Penalties
- $34,000 · last Jul 1, 2022
- Registry ID
- 110000355179
How This Compares
#140
of 540 TRI reporters in SC
#3,811
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
Water (CWA)
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)
-77% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 16,531 | — |
| 2016 | 14,389 | -13% |
| 2017 | 11,050 | -23% |
| 2018 | 13,145 | +19% |
| 2019 | 14,004 | +7% |
| 2020 | 13,051 | -7% |
| 2021 | 18,609 | +43% |
| 2022 | 5,140 | -72% |
| 2023 | 3,415 | -34% |
| 2024 | 3,732 | +9% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl phthalate | 2,432 | 2,432 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 1,052 | 1,052 | — | — | 21,451 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 160 | 160 | — | — | — | |
| Cumene | 82 | 82 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Triethylamine | 6 | 6 | — | — | — |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl phthalate | 2,030 | 2,030 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 1,123 | 1,123 | — | — | 15,759 | |
| Cumene | 141 | 141 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 121 | 121 | — | — | — |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl phthalate | 2,656 | 2,656 | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 2,048 | 2,048 | — | — | 14,542 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 295 | 295 | — | — | — | |
| Cumene | 123 | 123 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Triethylamine | 18 | 18 | — | — | — |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl phthalate | 8,894 | 8,894 | — | — | 8,630 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 4,915 | 4,915 | — | — | 4,769 | |
| Toluene | 4,800 | 4,800 | — | — | 4,555 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl phthalate | 6,200 | 6,200 | — | — | 8,818 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 4,705 | 4,705 | — | — | 6,692 | |
| Toluene | 2,146 | 2,146 | — | — | 3,155 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl phthalate | 5,164 | 5,164 | — | — | 7,751 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 4,711 | 4,711 | — | — | 7,073 | |
| Toluene | 3,012 | 3,012 | — | — | 4,522 | |
| Naphthalene | 1,117 | 1,117 | — | — | 1,676 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl phthalate | 4,885 | 4,885 | — | — | 7,987 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 4,677 | 4,677 | — | — | 7,647 | |
| Toluene | 2,598 | 2,598 | — | — | 4,247 | |
| Naphthalene | 985 | 985 | — | — | 1,610 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 4,134 | 4,134 | — | — | 5,193 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 4,057 | 4,057 | — | — | 5,095 | |
| Toluene | 2,859 | 2,859 | — | — | 3,590 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 5,669 | 5,669 | — | — | 8,837 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 4,698 | 4,698 | — | — | 7,324 | |
| Toluene | 2,628 | 2,628 | — | — | 4,098 | |
| Naphthalene | 1,114 | 1,114 | — | — | 1,735 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Certain glycol ethers | 280 | 280 | — | — | 437 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 6,252 | 6,252 | — | — | 8,388 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 4,489 | 4,489 | — | — | 10,469 | |
| Toluene | 4,247 | 4,247 | — | — | 7,502 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 936 | 936 | — | — | 1,180 | |
| Naphthalene | 607 | 607 | — | — | 852 | ♦ 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | 161 |
| Cumene | — | — | — | 82 |
| Triethylamine | — | — | — | 6 |
| Dimethyl phthalate | — | — | — | 2,434 |
| Toluene | — | — | 21,451 | 1,053 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
GIANT RESOURCE RECOVERY- ATTALLA, INC.
ATTALLA, AL
|
Triethylamine | — | — | — | — |
|
GIANT RESOURCE RECOVERY- ATTALLA, INC.
ATTALLA, AL
|
Toluene | — | — | 21,451 | — |
|
GIANT RESOURCE RECOVERY- ATTALLA, INC.
ATTALLA, AL
|
Dimethyl phthalate | — | — | — | — |
|
GIANT RESOURCE RECOVERY- ATTALLA, INC.
ATTALLA, AL
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — |
|
GIANT RESOURCE RECOVERY- ATTALLA, INC.
ATTALLA, AL
|
Cumene | — | — | — | — |
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 21, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Aug 21, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Jul 29, 2022 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Mar 7, 2022 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Jan 13, 2022 | May 11, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jan 13, 2022 | May 11, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jan 13, 2022 | May 11, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jan 13, 2022 | May 11, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Jun 29, 2015 | Aug 19, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jun 29, 2015 | Aug 19, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 29, 2015 | Aug 19, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 29, 2015 | Aug 19, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Mar 22, 2011 | May 19, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 22, 2011 | May 19, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Dec 11, 2007 | Feb 28, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 11, 2007 | Feb 28, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Dec 11, 2007 | Feb 28, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Sep 30, 2002 | May 21, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 28, 2000 | Dec 12, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 17, 1993 | Oct 19, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Sep 23, 1991 | Oct 19, 1993 | 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 3604864942 · Mar 27, 2026
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603938184 · Mar 28, 2024
NOTICE OF DETERMINATION
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-SCD000608331-002 · Mar 21, 2022
Warning Letter
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603021200 · Mar 7, 2022
WARNING LETTER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-SCD000608331-001 · Mar 30, 2011
WARNING LETTER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-SCD000608331-000 · Feb 19, 1993
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