TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
RCRA
LOPAREX, INC
Quick Summary
- •Released 59,949 lbs of toxic chemicals to the environment in the most recent TRI reporting year.
- •Assessed $12,500 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
-
2000 INDUSTRIAL PARK RD
IOWA CITY, IA 52240
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- JOHNSON County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 322220
- Inspections
- 4 · last Aug 26, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $12,500 · last Jun 7, 2022
- Registry ID
- 110017406608
How This Compares
#63
of 420 TRI reporters in IA
#1,503
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)
-55% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 59,616 | — |
| 2016 | 54,068 | -9% |
| 2017 | 59,949 | +11% |
| 2018 | 53,008 | -12% |
| 2019 | 67,159 | +27% |
| 2020 | 53,855 | -20% |
| 2021 | 50,946 | -5% |
| 2022 | 29,433 | -42% |
| 2023 | 19,374 | -34% |
| 2024 | 26,971 | +39% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 26,120 | 26,120 | 0 | — | 104,671 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 498 | 498 | 0 | — | 2,602 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 354 | 354 | 0 | — | 1,406 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 18,689 | 18,689 | 0 | — | 90,123 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 368 | 368 | 0 | — | 2,309 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 317 | 317 | 0 | — | 1,514 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 28,412 | 28,412 | 0 | — | 104,678 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 554 | 554 | 0 | — | 2,638 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 467 | 467 | 0 | — | 1,729 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 50,946 | 50,946 | 0 | — | 166,177 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 53,855 | 53,855 | 0 | — | 161,603 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 63,917 | 63,917 | 0 | — | 152,202 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 3,242 | 3,242 | 0 | — | 8,564 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 50,636 | 50,636 | 0 | — | 150,362 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 1,599 | 1,599 | 0 | — | 5,044 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 773 | 773 | 0 | — | 2,339 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 56,108 | 56,108 | 0 | — | 284,426 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 2,649 | 2,649 | 0 | — | 14,577 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 1,192 | 1,192 | 0 | — | 6,393 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 50,490 | 50,490 | 0 | — | 169,493 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 2,463 | 2,463 | 0 | — | 8,912 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 1,115 | 1,115 | 0 | — | 3,971 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toluene | 55,799 | 55,799 | — | — | 225,125 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 2,654 | 2,654 | — | — | 11,589 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 1,163 | 1,163 | — | — | 4,940 | ♦ Carcinogen |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | 1,406 | 10,505 |
| Ethylbenzene | — | — | 2,602 | 19,587 |
| Toluene | — | — | 104,671 | 781,867 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Toluene | — | — | 104,671 | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | 1,406 | — |
|
TRADEBE TREATMENT & RECYCLING LLC
EAST CHICAGO, IN
|
Ethylbenzene | — | — | 2,602 | — |
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 | Aug 26, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Aug 26, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Aug 26, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Oct 26, 2021 | Nov 12, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Jul 15, 2014 | Jul 17, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jul 15, 2014 | Jul 17, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 15, 2014 | Jul 17, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jul 15, 2014 | Jul 15, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 15, 2014 | Jul 17, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jun 17, 2009 | Jul 2, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jun 17, 2009 | Jul 2, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Jun 17, 2009 | Jul 2, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Jun 17, 2009 | Apr 11, 2013 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 9, 2008 | Apr 28, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 5, 2004 | Aug 23, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | May 5, 2004 | Aug 23, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 1, 1998 | Apr 9, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 1, 1998 | Apr 9, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 1, 1998 | Apr 9, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Apr 1, 1998 | Apr 9, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Sep 22, 1986 | Jun 12, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | Sep 22, 1986 | Jun 12, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Recordkeeping and Reporting Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 1, 1986 | Apr 25, 1986 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Closure and Post-Closure | Oct 15, 1984 | Feb 28, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Oct 15, 1984 | Feb 28, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Aug 18, 1984 | Feb 28, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jul 3, 1984 | Aug 9, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Nov 10, 1983 | Jul 3, 1984 | 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 07-2026-0059 · Apr 1, 2026
$338,000
Administrative - Formal
· Case 07-2025-0141 · Sep 2, 2025
Administrative - Formal
· Case 07-2022-0071 · Jun 7, 2022
$6,250
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-001 · Jun 7, 2022
$6,250
Administrative - Formal
· Case 07-2013-0030 · Dec 19, 2012
$925
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-000 · Jul 28, 1998
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-013 · Jun 5, 1987
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-014 · Sep 22, 1986
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-012 · Apr 10, 1986
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-008 · Mar 8, 1985
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-004 · Oct 17, 1984
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-009 · Aug 18, 1984
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-010 · Jul 18, 1984
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IAD050691617-002 · Nov 30, 1983
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