Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
RCRA
OPC POLYMERS LLC
Quick Summary
- •Released 17,659 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 $40,000 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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1920 LEONARD AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43219
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- FRANKLIN County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 325510
- Inspections
- 3 · last Aug 7, 2024
- Total Penalties
- $40,000 · last Feb 19, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110000382586
How This Compares
#166
of 1,142 TRI reporters in OH
#3,032
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
8
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)
-99% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 24,796 | — |
| 2016 | 24,953 | +1% |
| 2017 | 17,659 | -29% |
| 2018 | 15,894 | -10% |
| 2019 | 10,780 | -32% |
| 2020 | 24,381 | +126% |
| 2021 | 7,399 | -70% |
| 2022 | 393 | -95% |
| 2023 | 223 | -43% |
| 2024 | 249 | +12% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl methacrylate | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 205 | 205 | — | — | 5,837 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 44 | 44 | — | — | 1,369 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl methacrylate | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Styrene | — | — | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 223 | 223 | — | — | 8,718 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Styrene | — | — | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Methyl methacrylate | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 289 | 289 | — | — | 36,045 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 104 | 104 | — | — | 2,875 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Butyl alcohol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 2,804 | 2,804 | — | — | 195,965 | |
| Phthalic anhydride | 1,263 | 1,263 | — | — | 10,772 | |
| Styrene | 871 | 871 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 780 | 780 | — | — | 38,452 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 652 | 652 | — | — | 45,968 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Methyl methacrylate | 541 | 541 | — | — | — | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 447 | 447 | — | — | 8,133 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 41 | 41 | — | — | 1,429 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 9,804 | 9,804 | — | — | 458,309 | |
| Phthalic anhydride | 4,519 | 4,519 | — | — | 7,025 | |
| Styrene | 2,984 | 2,984 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylbenzene | 2,260 | 2,260 | — | — | 107,505 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 2,047 | 2,047 | — | — | 93,331 | |
| Methyl methacrylate | 1,377 | 1,377 | — | — | — | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,289 | 1,289 | — | — | 19,573 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 101 | 101 | — | — | 2,656 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 9,743 | 9,743 | — | — | 404,306 | |
| Methyl methacrylate | 1,037 | 1,037 | — | — | — |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Butyl alcohol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 8,822 | 8,822 | — | — | 343,839 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 2,155 | 2,155 | — | — | 80,654 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 1,244 | 1,244 | — | — | 15,865 | |
| Phthalic anhydride | 1,081 | 1,081 | — | — | 6,721 | |
| Styrene | 929 | 929 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 713 | 713 | — | — | 15,183 | |
| Methyl methacrylate | 587 | 587 | — | — | — | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 363 | 363 | — | — | 1,375 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | — | — | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 9,820 | 9,820 | — | — | 471,900 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 2,403 | 2,403 | — | — | 110,693 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 1,536 | 1,536 | — | — | 21,553 | |
| Phthalic anhydride | 1,072 | 1,072 | — | — | 6,665 | |
| Styrene | 1,043 | 1,043 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 869 | 869 | — | — | 20,965 | |
| Methyl methacrylate | 559 | 559 | — | — | — | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 357 | 357 | — | — | 1,729 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl methacrylate | — | — | — | — | — | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | — | — | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 10,447 | 10,447 | — | — | 531,363 | |
| Toluene | 8,625 | 8,625 | — | — | 139,361 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 2,552 | 2,552 | — | — | 124,641 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 1,297 | 1,297 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Phthalic anhydride | 957 | 957 | — | — | 6,370 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 623 | 623 | — | — | 23,552 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 452 | 452 | — | — | 1,104 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl methacrylate | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Maleic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Toluene | 9,481 | 9,481 | — | — | 76,715 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 9,256 | 9,256 | — | — | 271,654 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 2,451 | 2,451 | — | — | 63,721 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 1,358 | 1,358 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,000 | 1,000 | — | — | 11,480 | |
| Phthalic anhydride | 750 | 750 | — | — | 6,035 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 500 | 500 | — | — | 1,689 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylbenzene | — | — | 1,369 | — |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | 5,837 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | 5,837 | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Ethylbenzene | — | — | 1,369 | — |
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 | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Tanks, Surface Impoundments and Containers | Sep 20, 2022 | Feb 19, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Sep 20, 2022 | Feb 19, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 20, 2022 | Feb 19, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Process Vents | Sep 20, 2022 | Feb 19, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Sep 20, 2022 | Feb 19, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Sep 20, 2022 | Feb 19, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 13, 2021 | Aug 3, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 22, 2019 | May 22, 2019 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Jul 13, 2018 | — | Open |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Jun 18, 2015 | Nov 2, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 18, 2015 | Oct 29, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 18, 2015 | Sep 9, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jun 18, 2015 | Jun 25, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jun 18, 2015 | Jun 18, 2015 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Jun 18, 2015 | May 2, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Sep 9, 2010 | Dec 9, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 9, 2010 | Dec 9, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Sep 9, 2010 | Dec 9, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Oct 26, 2006 | Apr 17, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 29, 2005 | Apr 17, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Mar 26, 2001 | May 10, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 26, 2001 | Mar 26, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 19, 1998 | Mar 19, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Nov 25, 1996 | Jan 13, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Nov 25, 1996 | Jan 13, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 4, 1996 | Jan 13, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 6, 1990 | Sep 3, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Nov 6, 1990 | Mar 21, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 17, 1987 | Mar 25, 1987 | 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 05-2025-9905 · Feb 19, 2025
$20,000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-001 · Apr 8, 2024
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-015 · Aug 9, 2021
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-014 · Jun 7, 2019
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601494795 · Jun 28, 2018
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-013 · Nov 2, 2016
$7,800
INITIAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-012 · Sep 21, 2016
$10,800
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-011 · Oct 1, 2015
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-010 · Aug 5, 2015
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-009 · Nov 1, 2010
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-008 · Nov 2, 2006
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-007 · Nov 3, 2005
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-006 · Mar 29, 2001
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-005 · Dec 10, 1996
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-003 · May 23, 1996
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004282976-002 · Mar 21, 1991
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