BAXTER HEALTHCARE CORPORATION
Quick Summary
- •Released 7,569 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 $16,020 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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1900 NORTH HIGHWAY 201
MOUNTAIN HOME, AR 72653
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- BAXTER County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 326113
- Inspections
- 3 · last Mar 11, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $16,020 · last Nov 21, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110000743599
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 | 6,989 | — |
| 2016 | 7,479 | +7% |
| 2017 | 7,569 | +1% |
| 2018 | 8,159 | +8% |
| 2019 | 169 | -98% |
| 2020 | 8,582 | +4978% |
| 2021 | 3,402 | -60% |
| 2022 | 448 | -87% |
| 2023 | 117 | -74% |
| 2024 | 71 | -39% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 35 | 35 | — | — | 3,700 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 22 | 22 | — | — | 1,340,000 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 14 | 14 | — | — | 325 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 70 | 70 | — | — | 3,900 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 28 | 28 | — | — | 281 | |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 19 | 19 | — | — | 1,234,545 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 280 | 280 | — | — | 4,300 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 120 | 120 | — | — | 134,000 | |
| Zinc compounds | 26 | 26 | — | — | 138 | |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 22 | 22 | — | — | 1,546,435 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 2,710 | 2,710 | — | — | 5,800 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 381 | 381 | — | — | 370,233 | |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 295 | 295 | — | — | 1,789,560 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 16 | 16 | — | — | 429 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 7,900 | 7,900 | — | — | 5,700 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 500 | 500 | — | — | 616,370 | |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 172 | 172 | — | — | 1,138,030 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 289 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 169 | 169 | — | — | 1,435,106 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 7,500 | 7,500 | — | — | 9,500 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 500 | 500 | — | — | 410,000 | |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 149 | 149 | — | — | 2,329,006 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 540 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 6,900 | 6,900 | — | — | 8,600 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 500 | 500 | — | — | 381,000 | |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 159 | 159 | — | — | 2,079,445 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 343 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 6,800 | 6,800 | — | — | 9,900 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 500 | 500 | — | — | 377,000 | |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 169 | 169 | — | — | 2,221,206 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 510 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ethylene oxide | 6,300 | 6,300 | — | — | 9,300 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Ethylene glycol | 500 | 500 | — | — | 350,000 | |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 179 | 179 | — | — | 2,033,806 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Zinc compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 360 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | — | 270 | — | — |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | — | 1,300,000 | 26,000 | 6,900 |
| Ethylene oxide | — | 3,700 | — | 260,000 |
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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CHEROKEE SANITARY LANDFILL
CHEROKEE VILLAGE, AR
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Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 7,000 | — | — | — |
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SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS, INC.
SPRINGFIELD, MO
|
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | — | — | 26,000 | — |
|
VEOLIA ES TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS
PORT ARTHUR, TX
|
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | — | — | — | 6,800 |
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OZARK VINYL
GAINESVILLE, MO
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Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | — | 1,300,000 | — | — |
|
OZARK VINYL
GAINESVILLE, MO
|
Zinc compounds | — | 270 | — | — |
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CHEROKEE SANITARY LANDFILL
CHEROKEE VILLAGE, AR
|
Zinc compounds | 5 | — | — | — |
|
BCP INGREDIENTS INC
VERONA, MO
|
Ethylene oxide | — | 3,700 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Zinc compounds | 50 | MOUNTAIN HOME WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, MOUNTAIN HOME |
| Ethylene oxide | — | MOUNTAIN HOME WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, MOUNTAIN HOME |
| Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate | 200 | MOUNTAIN HOME WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT, MOUNTAIN HOME |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| caa | Linked to Viol. Below | — | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Mar 13, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Feb 6, 2023 | — | Open |
| caa | HPV | Jun 24, 2020 | Jun 13, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Apr 10, 2017 | May 2, 2017 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved but reported | Jan 31, 2011 | May 13, 2011 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Jan 31, 2011 | — | Open |
| cwa | Schedule Event reported late | Jan 31, 2011 | — | Open |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved and not reported | Jan 31, 2011 | May 13, 2011 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved and not reported | Jan 31, 2011 | May 13, 2011 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved but reported | Jan 31, 2011 | May 13, 2011 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Jan 31, 2011 | — | Open |
| cwa | Schedule Event reported late | Jan 31, 2011 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 28, 1988 | Jan 25, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Nov 28, 1988 | Mar 23, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 19, 1985 | Sep 20, 1985 | 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.