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SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC BUFFALO OIL RECOVERY FACILITY
Quick Summary
- •Released 1 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 $0 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
-
60 KATHERINE ST
BUFFALO, NY 14210
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- ERIE County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 324191
- Inspections
- 2 · last Sep 10, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last Sep 19, 2012
- Registry ID
- 110000616619
How This Compares
#456
of 538 TRI reporters in NY
#14,458
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
4
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)
+809% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 6 | — |
| 2016 | 1 | -88% |
| 2018 | 0 | — |
| 2019 | 0 | +900% |
| 2020 | 103 | +51350% |
| 2021 | 7 | -93% |
| 2022 | 8 | +14% |
| 2023 | 13 | +53% |
| 2024 | 58 | +359% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 57 | 57 | — | — | 374,776 | |
| Zinc compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 52,328 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 14,765 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | 0 | 0 | — | — | 670 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 110 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 12 | 12 | — | — | 271,129 | |
| Zinc compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 61,999 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 14,014 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | 0 | 0 | — | — | 794 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 154 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene glycol | 8 | 8 | — | — | 265,237 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 20,740 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | 0 | 0 | — | — | 715 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 122 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 55,835 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — | 41,949 | |
| Ethylene glycol | 7 | 7 | — | — | 181,196 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 17,355 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | 0 | 0 | — | — | 536 | |
| Lead | 0 | 0 | — | — | 88 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 926 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 3,455 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | 52 | 52 | — | — | 8,981 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 51 | 51 | — | — | 110,688 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | — | — | — | — | 56,427 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 10,750 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | 0 | 0 | — | — | 1,108 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 6,695 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 690 | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 84,656 | |
| Lead compounds | — | — | — | — | 2,623 | |
| Zinc compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 35,061 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 2,116 | |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 253,711 | |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 20,519 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 1 | 1 | — | — | 107,442 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 7,869 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | — | 27,188 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | — | 295,063 | |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | — | 2,803 | |
| Zinc compounds | 6 | 6 | — | — | 142,308 | |
| Lead compounds | 0 | 0 | — | — | 10,426 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lead | — | 104 | — | — |
| Ethylene glycol | — | 371,458 | — | 3,311 |
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 666 | — | 4 |
| Zinc compounds | — | 52,023 | — | — |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 14,549 | — | 216 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
SAFETY KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
BRIDGEPORT, CT
|
Zinc compounds | — | 0 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
NEW HAVEN, CT
|
Zinc compounds | — | 27 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Zinc compounds | 0 | — | — | — |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC - CES NIAGARA
NIAGARA FALLS, NY
|
Zinc compounds | 279 | — | — | — |
|
EQ DETROIT INC
DETROIT, MI
|
Zinc compounds | — | 8 | — | — |
|
RUMPKE CONTAINER SERV INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Zinc compounds | 0 | — | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA INC
BRESLAU ONTARIO
|
Zinc compounds | — | 51,988 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | 0 |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC - CES NIAGARA
NIAGARA FALLS, NY
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | — | — | 216 |
|
EQ DETROIT INC
DETROIT, MI
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 2 | — | — |
|
RUMPKE CONTAINER SERV INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | 1 | — | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA INC
BRESLAU ONTARIO
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 14,542 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
NEW HAVEN, CT
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 5 | — | — |
|
SAFETY KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
BRIDGEPORT, CT
|
Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | 0 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Lead | 0 | — | — | — |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC - CES NIAGARA
NIAGARA FALLS, NY
|
Lead | 5 | — | — | — |
|
SAFETY KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
BRIDGEPORT, CT
|
Lead | — | 0 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
NEW HAVEN, CT
|
Lead | — | 0 | — | — |
|
RUMPKE CONTAINER SERV INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Lead | 0 | — | — | — |
|
EQ DETROIT INC
DETROIT, MI
|
Lead | — | 0 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA INC
BRESLAU ONTARIO
|
Lead | — | 104 | — | — |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
NEW HAVEN, CT
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 0 | — | — |
|
SAFETY KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
BRIDGEPORT, CT
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 0 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | 0 |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA INC
BRESLAU ONTARIO
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 666 | — | — |
|
EQ DETROIT INC
DETROIT, MI
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | 0 | — | — |
|
RUMPKE CONTAINER SERV INC
CINCINNATI, OH
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | 0 | — | — | — |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC - CES NIAGARA
NIAGARA FALLS, NY
|
Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | — | — | 4 |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN CANADA INC
BRESLAU ONTARIO
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 371,113 | — | — |
|
CLEAN HARBORS EL DORADO, LLC
EL DORADO, AR
|
Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | 58 |
|
COVANTA ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS LLC - CES NIAGARA
NIAGARA FALLS, NY
|
Ethylene glycol | — | — | — | 3,253 |
|
SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS INC
NEW HAVEN, CT
|
Ethylene glycol | — | 345 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Benzo[g,h,i]perylene | — | BIRD ISLAND STP, BUFFALO |
| Zinc compounds | 25 | BIRD ISLAND STP, BUFFALO |
| Polycyclic aromatic compounds | — | BIRD ISLAND STP, BUFFALO |
| Lead | 0 | BIRD ISLAND STP, BUFFALO |
| Ethylene glycol | 7 | BIRD ISLAND STP, BUFFALO |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved and not reported | Jan 28, 2026 | Feb 28, 2026 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oi:l Processors and Re-Refiners | Sep 6, 2019 | Oct 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 6, 2019 | Oct 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Sep 6, 2019 | Oct 18, 2019 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Jan 28, 2019 | — | Open |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Feb 28, 2017 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oi:l Processors and Re-Refiners | Aug 12, 2016 | Aug 19, 2016 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Jul 31, 2014 | — | Open |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved but reported | Mar 31, 2011 | Sep 1, 2011 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event reported late | Mar 31, 2011 | — | Open |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved and not reported | Mar 31, 2011 | Sep 1, 2011 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Mar 31, 2011 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Nov 29, 1990 | Aug 23, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jul 27, 1987 | Dec 13, 1988 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Feb 11, 1987 | Dec 13, 1988 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jul 24, 1986 | Sep 10, 1986 | 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.
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NYD980593842-001 · Aug 30, 2016
Administrative - Formal
· Case 02-2012-4208 · Sep 19, 2012
$3,550
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NYD980593842-003 · Jul 30, 1987
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-NYD980593842-002 · Mar 25, 1987
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