TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
ACS TECHNICAL PRODUCTS, INC.
Quick Summary
- •Released 17,017 lbs of toxic chemicals to the environment in the most recent TRI reporting year.
- •Assessed $0 in total penalties since records began.
- Address
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420 S. COLFAX AVE.
GRIFFITH, IN 46319
View on map ↗ - County
- LAKE County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 325199
- Inspections
- 2 · last Mar 19, 2026
- Total Penalties
- $0 · last Feb 9, 1994
- Registry ID
- 110000397909
How This Compares
#191
of 804 TRI reporters in IN
#3,096
of 16,877 TRI reporters in Manufacturing
Ranked by most recent year's total TRI releases.
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)
-15% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 13,828 | — |
| 2016 | 13,297 | -4% |
| 2017 | 17,017 | +28% |
| 2018 | 15,582 | -8% |
| 2019 | 17,414 | +12% |
| 2020 | 16,042 | -8% |
| 2021 | 13,982 | -13% |
| 2022 | 12,004 | -14% |
| 2023 | 11,620 | -3% |
| 2024 | 11,711 | +1% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 2,918 | |
| Toluene | 9,538 | 9,538 | — | — | 27,648 | |
| n-Hexane | 1,667 | 1,667 | — | — | 60 | |
| Formic acid | 241 | 241 | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 138 | 138 | — | — | 10,423 | |
| Bromine | 127 | 127 | — | — | 136 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 9,830 | |
| Toluene | 9,396 | 9,396 | — | — | 24,792 | |
| n-Hexane | 1,609 | 1,609 | — | — | 300 | |
| Methanol | 254 | 254 | — | — | 9,798 | |
| Formic acid | 237 | 237 | — | — | — | |
| Bromine | 124 | 124 | — | — | — |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 7,780 | |
| Toluene | 10,392 | 10,392 | — | — | 21,624 | |
| n-Hexane | 658 | 658 | — | — | 186 | |
| Formic acid | 581 | 581 | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 316 | 316 | — | — | 17,479 | |
| Bromine | 57 | 57 | — | — | — |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 5,820 | |
| Toluene | 11,940 | 11,940 | — | — | 23,000 | |
| n-Hexane | 1,000 | 1,000 | — | — | 310 | |
| Methanol | 690 | 690 | — | — | 5,579 | |
| Formic acid | 260 | 260 | — | — | — | |
| Bromine | 92 | 92 | — | — | — |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 5,200 | |
| Toluene | 11,940 | 11,940 | — | — | 20,045 | |
| n-Hexane | 2,212 | 2,212 | — | — | 2,540 | |
| Methanol | 948 | 948 | — | — | 6,413 | |
| Propionaldehyde | 590 | 590 | — | — | — | |
| Formic acid | 292 | 292 | — | — | — | |
| Bromine | 60 | 60 | — | — | — |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 5,600 | |
| Toluene | 11,970 | 11,970 | — | — | 25,000 | |
| Methanol | 2,340 | 2,340 | — | — | 2,700 | |
| n-Hexane | 2,112 | 2,112 | — | — | 63 | |
| Propionaldehyde | 610 | 610 | — | — | — | |
| Formic acid | 325 | 325 | — | — | — | |
| Bromine | 57 | 57 | — | — | — |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 7,000 | |
| Toluene | 10,920 | 10,920 | — | — | 23,000 | |
| Methanol | 2,080 | 2,080 | — | — | 1,590 | |
| n-Hexane | 1,619 | 1,619 | — | — | 720 | |
| Propionaldehyde | 580 | 580 | — | — | — | |
| Formic acid | 292 | 292 | — | — | — | |
| Bromine | 91 | 91 | — | — | — |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 7,200 | |
| Toluene | 10,920 | 10,920 | — | — | 23,200 | |
| n-Hexane | 2,718 | 2,718 | — | — | 190 | |
| Methanol | 2,420 | 2,420 | — | — | 4 | |
| Propionaldehyde | 580 | 580 | — | — | — | |
| Formic acid | 292 | 292 | — | — | 1 | |
| Bromine | 87 | 87 | — | — | — |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 5,300 | |
| Toluene | 10,330 | 10,330 | — | — | 18,000 | |
| n-Hexane | 1,922 | 1,922 | — | — | 170 | |
| Propionaldehyde | 520 | 520 | — | — | — | |
| Formic acid | 260 | 260 | — | — | 1 | |
| Methanol | 167 | 167 | — | — | 3,780 | |
| Bromine | 98 | 98 | — | — | — |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | — | — | 2,700 | |
| Toluene | 10,770 | 10,770 | — | — | 18,000 | |
| n-Hexane | 2,118 | 2,118 | — | — | — | |
| Propionaldehyde | 550 | 550 | — | — | — | |
| Formic acid | 271 | 271 | — | — | 1 | |
| Bromine | 79 | 79 | — | — | — | |
| Methanol | 40 | 40 | — | — | 8,340 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| n-Hexane | — | — | 60 | 13 |
| Toluene | — | — | 27,648 | 19,901 |
| Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | 2,918 | 7,527 |
| Formic acid | — | — | — | 530,249 |
| Bromine | — | — | — | 440 |
| Methanol | — | — | 1,067 | 8,608 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
LONE STAR INDUSTRIES INC
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO
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Bromine | — | — | — | 136 |
|
LONE STAR INDUSTRIES INC
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO
|
n-Hexane | — | — | 60 | — |
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LONE STAR INDUSTRIES INC
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO
|
Toluene | — | — | 27,648 | — |
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LONE STAR INDUSTRIES INC
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO
|
Cresol (mixed isomers) | — | — | 2,918 | — |
|
LONE STAR INDUSTRIES INC
CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO
|
Methanol | — | — | 1,067 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Methanol | 9,356 | SANIATRY DISTRICT OF HAMMOND, HAMMOND |
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: General | Jul 7, 2021 | Oct 15, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 7, 2021 | Oct 15, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Oct 29, 2004 | Feb 14, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 29, 2004 | Feb 14, 2006 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 17, 1998 | Feb 17, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 17, 1998 | Feb 25, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Dec 2, 1992 | Mar 21, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 2, 1992 | Mar 21, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jan 24, 1992 | Sep 10, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jan 24, 1992 | Sep 10, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jan 24, 1992 | Sep 10, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jan 24, 1992 | Sep 10, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | May 28, 1991 | Aug 8, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Apr 1, 1991 | Jul 29, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | Apr 1, 1991 | Aug 21, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Sep 29, 1989 | Feb 23, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Dec 21, 1988 | Feb 23, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Sep 21, 1988 | Mar 8, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Mar 3, 1988 | Sep 2, 1988 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Sep 30, 1987 | Mar 3, 1988 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Jun 9, 1987 | Sep 5, 1990 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Mar 19, 1986 | Mar 26, 1986 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | May 28, 1985 | Oct 21, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | May 28, 1985 | Oct 21, 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 05-1994-0426
$0
Administrative - Formal
· Case 05-1987-0238
$0
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-014 · Jul 15, 2021
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-013 · Nov 24, 2004
Judicial
· Case 05-1992-0287 · Jul 3, 1996
INITIAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-012 · Feb 9, 1994
$16,500
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-010 · Sep 28, 1993
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-011 · Apr 27, 1992
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-008 · Jun 27, 1991
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-007 · May 22, 1991
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-009 · May 2, 1990
$116,300
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-004 · May 2, 1990
$116,300
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-002 · Jan 17, 1989
INITIAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-003 · Jun 5, 1987
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-001 · Sep 18, 1985
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND016360265-005 · Sep 1, 1983
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