Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
VORTEQ COIL FINISHERS LLC/ALLENTOWN
Quick Summary
- •Released 3,353 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 $349,658 in total penalties since records began.
- Address
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2233 26TH ST SW
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
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- LEHIGH County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 332812
- Inspections
- 6 · last Nov 26, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $349,658 · last Jan 22, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110000335209
How This Compares
#273
of 920 TRI reporters in PA
#5,570
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
0
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
7
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)
-76% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 4,106 | — |
| 2016 | 4,097 | -0% |
| 2017 | 3,353 | -18% |
| 2018 | 2,799 | -17% |
| 2019 | 2,415 | -14% |
| 2020 | 1,958 | -19% |
| 2021 | 1,503 | -23% |
| 2022 | 1,530 | +2% |
| 2023 | 882 | -42% |
| 2024 | 988 | +12% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 366 | 366 | — | — | 5,117 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 175 | 175 | — | — | 23 | |
| Methanol | 166 | 166 | — | — | 15,936 | |
| Toluene | 145 | 145 | — | — | 12,700 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 136 | 136 | — | — | 17 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 233 | 233 | — | — | 36 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 214 | 214 | — | — | 33 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 176 | 176 | — | — | 624 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 146 | 146 | — | — | 447 | |
| Toluene | 71 | 71 | — | — | 5,697 | |
| Methanol | 42 | 42 | — | — | 4,204 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 343 | 343 | — | — | 11,372 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 319 | 319 | — | — | 36 | |
| Methanol | 256 | 256 | — | — | 25,324 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 252 | 252 | — | — | 28 | |
| Toluene | 186 | 186 | — | — | 16,771 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 174 | 174 | — | — | 1,826 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 356 | 356 | — | — | 9,342 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 344 | 344 | — | — | 32 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 256 | 256 | — | — | 24 | |
| Methanol | 209 | 209 | — | — | 20,716 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 185 | 185 | — | — | 1,200 | |
| Toluene | 153 | 153 | — | — | 13,384 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 631 | 631 | — | — | 81 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 566 | 566 | — | — | 73 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 440 | 440 | — | — | 56 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 321 | 321 | — | — | 41 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 757 | 757 | — | — | 31 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 722 | 722 | — | — | 29 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 532 | 532 | — | — | 22 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 404 | 404 | — | — | 16 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 884 | 884 | — | — | 58 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 864 | 864 | — | — | 57 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 666 | 666 | — | — | 44 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 385 | 385 | — | — | 25 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,234 | 1,234 | — | — | 76 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 890 | 890 | — | — | 55 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 769 | 769 | — | — | 47 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 460 | 460 | — | — | 28 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,714 | 1,714 | — | — | 77 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 1,162 | 1,162 | — | — | 52 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 741 | 741 | — | — | 33 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 480 | 480 | — | — | 22 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,577 | 1,577 | — | — | 71 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 1,120 | 1,120 | — | — | 50 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 925 | 925 | — | — | 41 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 484 | 484 | — | — | 22 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methanol | — | 15,936 | — | — |
| Certain glycol ethers | — | — | 17 | 6,192 |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | 5,076 | 41 | 15,406 |
| Toluene | — | 12,698 | 2 | 845 |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | — | — | 23 | 8,574 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
FIELDING ENVIROMENTAL LLC
FREEDOM, PA
|
1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | — | — | 23 | — |
|
FIELDING ENVIROMENTAL LLC
FREEDOM, PA
|
Certain glycol ethers | — | — | 17 | — |
|
FIELDING ENVIROMENTAL LLC
FREEDOM, PA
|
Methanol | — | 15,936 | — | — |
|
FIELDING ENVIROMENTAL LLC
FREEDOM, PA
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | 5,076 | — | — |
|
FIELDING ENVIROMENTAL LLC
FREEDOM, PA
|
Toluene | — | — | 2 | — |
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: Use and Management of Containers | May 24, 2023 | Nov 13, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | May 24, 2023 | Nov 13, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | May 24, 2023 | May 31, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 24, 2023 | Nov 13, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 24, 2023 | Nov 13, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | May 24, 2023 | Nov 13, 2024 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | May 7, 2019 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Apr 5, 2018 | — | Open |
| rcra | State Statutory or Regulatory requirements that are broader-in-scope than the federal RCRA requirements | Dec 14, 2017 | Jan 24, 2018 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Dec 14, 2017 | Mar 9, 2018 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Aug 25, 2010 | Oct 25, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Aug 25, 2010 | Oct 25, 2010 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 30, 2002 | Jul 15, 2002 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 25, 2000 | May 1, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Sep 15, 1994 | Dec 9, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Feb 3, 1993 | Feb 17, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jan 21, 1993 | Feb 3, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Oct 17, 1985 | Apr 16, 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 03-2025-0044 · Jan 22, 2025
$174,829
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD056602923-101 · Jan 10, 2018
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD056602923-100 · Sep 21, 2010
FINAL CIVIL JUDICIAL ACTION FOR COMPLIANCE AND/OR MONETARY PENALTY
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD056602923-000 · Nov 4, 1994
$4,500
SINGLE SITE CA/FO
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-PAD056602923-001 · Oct 25, 1985
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