HUNTSMAN ADVANCED MATERIALS AMERICAS, LLC
Quick Summary
- •Released 21,913 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
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240 WEST EMERLING AVENUE
AKRON, OH 44301
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- SUMMIT County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 325211
- Inspections
- 4 · last Mar 13, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last May 18, 2016
- Registry ID
- 110000389213
How This Compares
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.
Qtrs Non-Compliant
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.
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 15,085 | — |
| 2016 | 14,265 | -5% |
| 2017 | 21,913 | +54% |
| 2018 | 17,503 | -20% |
| 2019 | 10,286 | -41% |
| 2020 | 13,981 | +36% |
| 2021 | 11,432 | -18% |
| 2022 | 13,640 | +19% |
| 2023 | 12,384 | -9% |
| 2024 | 11,353 | -8% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyanide compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 8,662 | 8,662 | — | — | 8,182 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Acrylonitrile | 2,284 | 2,284 | — | — | 94,576 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 408 | 408 | — | — | 31,975 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyanide compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 9,831 | 9,831 | — | — | 8,449 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Acrylonitrile | 2,260 | 2,260 | — | — | 147,574 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 293 | 293 | — | — | 26,101 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyanide compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 11,000 | 11,000 | — | — | 185,351 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Acrylonitrile | 2,260 | 2,260 | — | — | 208,248 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 380 | 380 | — | — | 25,728 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyanide compounds | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 10,204 | 10,204 | — | — | 1,328 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Acrylonitrile | 1,008 | 1,008 | — | — | 99,177 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 220 | 220 | — | — | 17,805 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N-Methylolacrylamide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 10,344 | 10,344 | — | — | 1,298 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ammonia | 1,980 | 1,980 | — | — | — | |
| Acrylonitrile | 1,269 | 1,269 | — | — | 91,604 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 388 | 388 | — | — | 2,925 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,3-Butadiene | 10,286 | 10,286 | — | — | 2,946 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Diphenylamine | — | — | — | — | — | |
| N-Methylolacrylamide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 10,860 | 10,860 | — | — | 1,980 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ammonia | 4,580 | 4,580 | — | — | — | |
| Acrylonitrile | 1,161 | 1,161 | — | — | 132,193 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene | 590 | 590 | — | — | — | |
| Styrene | 312 | 312 | — | — | 971 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diphenylamine | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| N-Methylolacrylamide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 12,430 | 12,430 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Acrylonitrile | 3,738 | 3,738 | — | — | 184,590 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Aniline | 3,265 | 3,265 | — | — | 28,711 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ammonia | 1,250 | 1,250 | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene | 923 | 923 | — | — | — | |
| Styrene | 307 | 307 | — | — | 2,864 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Diphenylamine | — | — | — | — | — | |
| N-Methylolacrylamide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Acrylonitrile | 5,595 | 5,595 | — | — | 192,140 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Aniline | 3,305 | 3,305 | — | — | 28,165 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 2,130 | 2,130 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 1,650 | 1,650 | — | — | 1,975 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ammonia | 1,130 | 1,130 | — | — | — | |
| Ethylene | 455 | 455 | — | — | — |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Diphenylamine | — | — | — | — | — | |
| N-Methylolacrylamide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | 15,705 | |
| Acrylonitrile | 5,420 | 5,420 | — | — | 117,040 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Aniline | 3,305 | 3,305 | — | — | 28,080 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 2,800 | 2,800 | — | — | — | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Styrene | 1,650 | 1,650 | — | — | 2,280 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ammonia | 1,160 | 1,160 | — | — | 500 | |
| Ethylene | 750 | 750 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Styrene | — | — | 16,823 | 194 |
| 1,3-Butadiene | — | 1,089,732 | 161,700 | 311,033 |
| Acrylonitrile | — | 3,195 | 97,754 | 3,964 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
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Acrylonitrile | — | — | 51,997 | — |
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SYSTECH ENVIRONMENTAL CORPORATION
FREDONIA, KS
|
Acrylonitrile | — | — | 37,050 | — |
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TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
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1,3-Butadiene | 1,664 | — | — | — |
|
AES ENVIRONMENTAL, LLC
CALVERT CITY, KY
|
Styrene | 12,810 | — | — | — |
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TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Styrene | — | — | 15,127 | — |
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 | 228 | AKRON, CITY OF, AKRON |
| Acrylonitrile | 2,324 | AKRON, CITY OF, AKRON |
| 1,3-Butadiene | 336 | AKRON, CITY OF, AKRON |
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 | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Jul 21, 2022 | Aug 19, 2022 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jul 21, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved and not reported | Jan 1, 2022 | Feb 1, 2022 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved and not reported | Jul 1, 2021 | Aug 1, 2021 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Oct 4, 2019 | — | Open |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Sep 19, 2017 | Oct 4, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Sep 19, 2017 | Oct 4, 2017 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Aug 11, 2017 | — | Open |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Process Vents | Jul 16, 2013 | May 18, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Equipment Leaks | Jul 16, 2013 | May 18, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Jul 16, 2013 | May 18, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 16, 2013 | May 18, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Tanks, Surface Impoundments and Containers | Jul 16, 2013 | May 18, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jul 16, 2013 | May 18, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Apr 10, 2012 | Apr 10, 2012 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 10, 2012 | Apr 17, 2012 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Apr 10, 2012 | Apr 10, 2012 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Mar 20, 2007 | May 16, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Mar 20, 2007 | May 16, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Mar 20, 2007 | May 16, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 20, 2007 | May 16, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Mar 20, 2007 | Dec 17, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Mar 20, 2007 | May 16, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jan 18, 2001 | Feb 20, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Jan 18, 2001 | Apr 9, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for the Management of Used Oil: Definitions | Jan 18, 2001 | Feb 20, 2001 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 11, 1995 | May 31, 1995 | Resolved |
Discharge Limit Exceedances
Instances where this facility's reported discharge monitoring results exceeded its permitted limits under the Clean Water Act. Exceedance percentage shows how far over the permit limit the discharge was.
| Pollutant | Violation | Reported | Limit | Exceedance | Period | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chlorine, total residual | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 0.06 mg/L | 0.04 | +66% | Jun 2024 | Open |
| Chlorine, total residual | DMR, Limited - Numeric Violation | 31.00 mg/L | 0.04 | +81,479% | Oct 2016 | Open |
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.