Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Water Act
RCRA
GFS CHEMICALS INC
Quick Summary
- •Released 4,709 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 $3,200 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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851 MCKINLEY AVE
COLUMBUS, OH 43222
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- FRANKLIN County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 325180
- Inspections
- 1 · last Feb 22, 2023
- Total Penalties
- $3,200 · last Oct 8, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110041396398
How This Compares
#336
of 1,142 TRI reporters in OH
#5,128
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
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
3
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)
+5% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4,513 | — |
| 2016 | 3,902 | -14% |
| 2017 | 4,709 | +21% |
| 2018 | 3,860 | -18% |
| 2019 | 9,134 | +137% |
| 2020 | 5,804 | -36% |
| 2021 | 5,677 | -2% |
| 2022 | 6,152 | +8% |
| 2023 | 6,132 | -0% |
| 2024 | 4,749 | -23% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 162,161 | |
| Nitric acid | 3,050 | 3,050 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 1,383 | 1,383 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 316 | 316 | — | — | 22,741 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 248,279 | |
| Nitric acid | 4,842 | 4,842 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 1,037 | 1,037 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 253 | 253 | — | — | 4,639 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 239,761 | |
| Phthalic anhydride | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitric acid | 4,676 | 4,676 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 1,185 | 1,185 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 291 | 291 | — | — | 4,602 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 7 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 222,821 | |
| Nitric acid | 4,394 | 4,394 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 940 | 940 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 343 | 343 | — | — | — |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 243,176 | |
| Nitric acid | 4,672 | 4,672 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 650 | 650 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 410 | 410 | — | — | — | |
| 1,4-Dioxane | 72 | 72 | — | — | 3,305 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 377,000 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| Nitric acid | 7,305 | 7,305 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 1,189 | 1,189 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 640 | 640 | — | — | — |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| Mercury compounds | — | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 162,700 | |
| Nitric acid | 2,885 | 2,885 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 713 | 713 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 262 | 262 | — | — | — |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 199,200 | |
| Mercury compounds | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| Nitric acid | 3,690 | 3,690 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 628 | 628 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 381 | 381 | — | — | — | |
| 1,4-Dioxane | 10 | 10 | — | — | 130 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 1 | |
| Mercury compounds | — | — | — | — | 0 | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 158,300 | |
| Nitric acid | 2,975 | 2,975 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 681 | 681 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 246 | 246 | — | — | — |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 169,600 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 3 | |
| Mercury compounds | — | — | — | — | 2 | |
| Nitric acid | 3,285 | 3,285 | — | — | — | |
| Chlorine | 1,030 | 1,030 | — | — | — | |
| Ammonia | 198 | 198 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | — | — | — | 43,171 |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | 49,932 |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | 149,456 |
| Chlorine | — | — | — | 89,041 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CHEMTRON CORPORATION
AVON, OH
|
Lead compounds | 0 | — | — | — |
|
CHEMTRON CORPORATION
AVON, OH
|
Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 106,681 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ammonia | 22,741 | JACKSON PIKE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, COLUMBUS |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 55,480 | JACKSON PIKE WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, COLUMBUS |
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 | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | May 6, 2025 | Oct 8, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 6, 2025 | Jul 18, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 6, 2025 | Jul 18, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Feb 22, 2023 | Mar 7, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 22, 2023 | Mar 16, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Aug 29, 2018 | Aug 29, 2018 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Aug 29, 2018 | May 16, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | EPA Administered Permit Programs: the HW Permit Program Permit Application | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Dec 19, 2012 | Jan 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 31, 2004 | May 11, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Oct 7, 1999 | Apr 10, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 7, 1999 | Jan 10, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Oct 7, 1999 | Apr 10, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 7, 1999 | Apr 26, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 17, 1995 | Nov 25, 1996 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | May 17, 1995 | Nov 25, 1996 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Feb 15, 1994 | Nov 25, 1996 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 15, 1994 | Mar 8, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 15, 1994 | Aug 29, 1994 | 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.
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-015 · Oct 8, 2025
$3,200
INITIAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-014 · Sep 18, 2025
$4,400
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-013 · Aug 28, 2025
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-012 · Jun 4, 2025
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-011 · Mar 24, 2023
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-2019-9903 · Dec 19, 2018
$15,090
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-001 · Dec 19, 2018
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-010 · Sep 25, 2018
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-009 · Apr 12, 2004
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-008 · Apr 10, 2000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-007 · Jan 10, 2000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-006 · Nov 24, 1999
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-005 · Mar 14, 1997
$29,000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-004 · Aug 11, 1995
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-003 · Jul 18, 1995
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD004284188-002 · Aug 29, 1994
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