Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
Clean Water Act
RCRA
REA MAGNET WIRE CO INC
Quick Summary
- •Released 10,065 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 $8,750 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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4300 NEW HAVEN AVE
FORT WAYNE, IN 46803
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- ALLEN County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 331420
- Inspections
- 3 · last Sep 27, 2024
- Total Penalties
- $8,750 · last Jul 5, 2023
- Registry ID
- 110000400842
How This Compares
#229
of 804 TRI reporters in IN
#3,974
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.
1
Air (CAA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
0
Water (CWA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
0
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)
-23% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 16,663 | — |
| 2016 | 12,296 | -26% |
| 2017 | 10,065 | -18% |
| 2018 | 9,728 | -3% |
| 2019 | 1,826 | -81% |
| 2020 | 8,819 | +383% |
| 2021 | 11,723 | +33% |
| 2022 | 11,191 | -5% |
| 2023 | 10,766 | -4% |
| 2024 | 12,759 | +19% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | — | — | — | — | 4,487,773 | |
| Phenol | 4,302 | 4,302 | — | — | 3,317 | |
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 3,690 | 3,690 | — | — | 2,889 | |
| m-Cresol | 1,159 | 1,159 | — | — | 910 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,100 | 1,100 | — | — | 1,368 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 976 | 976 | — | — | 727 | |
| p-Cresol | 855 | 855 | — | — | 673 | |
| o-Cresol | 455 | 455 | — | — | 356 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 222 | 222 | — | — | 178 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | — | — | — | — | 4,956,701 | |
| Phenol | 3,539 | 3,539 | — | — | 4,444 | |
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 1,951 | 1,951 | — | — | 2,521 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 1,755 | 1,755 | — | — | 1,412 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,306 | 1,306 | — | — | 1,672 | |
| m-Cresol | 833 | 833 | — | — | 2,450 | |
| p-Cresol | 633 | 633 | — | — | 1,840 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 390 | 390 | — | — | 385 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| o-Cresol | 359 | 359 | — | — | 993 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Copper | — | — | — | — | 3,801,795 | |
| Phenol | 3,647 | 3,647 | — | — | 2,813 | |
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 2,307 | 2,307 | — | — | 3,930 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 1,621 | 1,621 | — | — | 2,715 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,385 | 1,385 | — | — | 1,885 | |
| m-Cresol | 859 | 859 | — | — | 1,611 | |
| p-Cresol | 653 | 653 | — | — | 1,236 | |
| o-Cresol | 372 | 372 | — | — | 303 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 347 | 347 | — | — | 658 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phenol | 3,715 | 3,705 | 10 | — | 520 | |
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 3,026 | 3,026 | — | — | 708 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 1,411 | 1,411 | — | — | 484 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,175 | 1,175 | — | — | 335 | |
| m-Cresol | 872 | 872 | — | — | 288 | |
| p-Cresol | 663 | 663 | — | — | 221 | |
| o-Cresol | 377 | 377 | — | — | 54 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 319 | 319 | — | — | 118 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| 2,4-Dimethylphenol | 157 | 157 | — | — | 31 | |
| Copper | 8 | — | 8 | — | 3,803,024 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 2,102 | 2,102 | — | — | 2,348 | |
| Phenol | 1,929 | 1,918 | 11 | — | 2,547 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 1,602 | 1,602 | — | — | 2,184 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,138 | 1,138 | — | — | 1,691 | |
| m-Cresol | 574 | 574 | — | — | 869 | |
| p-Cresol | 569 | 569 | — | — | 687 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 355 | 355 | — | — | 528 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| o-Cresol | 263 | 263 | — | — | 422 | |
| 2,4-Dimethylphenol | 235 | 235 | — | — | 336 | |
| Copper | 52 | — | 52 | — | 5,301,489 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| m-Cresol | 991 | 991 | — | — | 393 | |
| o-Cresol | 441 | 441 | — | — | 194 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 374 | 374 | — | — | 171 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Copper | 20 | — | 20 | — | 6,833,684 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 2,362 | 2,362 | — | — | 815 | |
| Phenol | 1,927 | 1,922 | 5 | — | 929 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 1,852 | 1,852 | — | — | 744 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,308 | 1,308 | — | — | 633 | |
| m-Cresol | 704 | 704 | — | — | 397 | |
| p-Cresol | 549 | 549 | — | — | 315 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 410 | 410 | — | — | 179 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| o-Cresol | 332 | 332 | — | — | 196 | |
| 2,4-Dimethylphenol | 279 | 279 | — | — | 151 | |
| Copper | 4 | — | 4 | — | 6,929,550 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 2,585 | 2,585 | — | — | 1,584 | |
| Phenol | 2,284 | 2,278 | 6 | — | 1,897 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 1,779 | 1,779 | — | — | 1,647 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,023 | 1,023 | — | — | 1,169 | |
| m-Cresol | 746 | 746 | — | — | 775 | |
| p-Cresol | 581 | 581 | — | — | 622 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 415 | 415 | — | — | 400 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| o-Cresol | 349 | 349 | — | — | 392 | |
| 2,4-Dimethylphenol | 298 | 298 | — | — | 287 | |
| Copper | 5 | — | 5 | — | 3,921,454 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 2,849 | 2,849 | — | — | 3,609 | |
| Phenol | 2,698 | 2,693 | 5 | — | 5,092 | |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 2,398 | 2,398 | — | — | 5,066 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,423 | 1,423 | — | — | 2,831 | |
| m-Cresol | 899 | 899 | — | — | 1,959 | |
| p-Cresol | 698 | 698 | — | — | 1,547 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 546 | 546 | — | — | 1,241 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| o-Cresol | 417 | 417 | — | — | 949 | |
| 2,4-Dimethylphenol | 364 | 364 | — | — | 758 | |
| Copper | 4 | — | 4 | — | 4,053,007 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 7,786 | 7,786 | — | — | 5,388 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 2,073 | 2,073 | — | — | 1,333 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Phenol | 2,048 | 2,042 | 6 | — | 4,883 | |
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | 1,705 | 1,705 | — | — | 3,790 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,268 | 1,268 | — | — | 2,682 | |
| m-Cresol | 659 | 659 | — | — | 1,847 | |
| p-Cresol | 511 | 511 | — | — | 1,465 | |
| o-Cresol | 305 | 305 | — | — | 903 | |
| 2,4-Dimethylphenol | 268 | 268 | — | — | 706 | |
| Copper | 40 | — | 40 | — | 5,071,759 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| p-Cresol | — | — | 575 | 24,762 |
| Copper | — | 4,487,673 | — | — |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | — | — | 630 | 27,453 |
| Phenol | — | — | 2,833 | 121,873 |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | 621 | 26,572 |
| o-Cresol | — | — | 304 | 13,088 |
| Ethylbenzene | — | — | 152 | 6,525 |
| m-Cresol | — | — | 777 | 33,441 |
| N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | — | — | 2,467 | 106,193 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
VALICOR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES LLC
FORT WAYNE, IN
|
Copper | 92 | — | — | — |
|
OMNISOURCE STAINLESS & GRANULATOR
FORT WAYNE, IN
|
Copper | — | 4,487,673 | — | — |
|
GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC
HANNIBAL, MO
|
Phenol | — | — | 2,833 | — |
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GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC
HANNIBAL, MO
|
Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | — | 621 | — |
|
GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC
HANNIBAL, MO
|
1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | — | — | 630 | — |
|
GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC
HANNIBAL, MO
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Ethylbenzene | — | — | 152 | — |
|
GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC
HANNIBAL, MO
|
m-Cresol | — | — | 777 | — |
|
GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC
HANNIBAL, MO
|
N-Methyl-2-pyrrolidone | — | — | 2,467 | — |
|
GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC
HANNIBAL, MO
|
o-Cresol | — | — | 304 | — |
|
GREEN AMERICA RECYCLING LLC
HANNIBAL, MO
|
p-Cresol | — | — | 575 | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Copper | 8 | WATER POLLUTION CONTROL PLANT, FORT WAYNE |
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 | FRV | Jun 12, 2024 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Oct 22, 2021 | Dec 30, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 22, 2021 | Dec 30, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Oct 22, 2021 | Dec 30, 2021 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Oct 15, 2021 | — | Open |
| caa | HPV | Sep 20, 2016 | Jan 17, 2018 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Aug 3, 2015 | Jun 24, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Aug 3, 2015 | Jun 24, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Aug 3, 2015 | Jun 24, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Apr 27, 2006 | Jul 3, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Feb 4, 1993 | Sep 7, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 31, 1991 | May 12, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jul 31, 1991 | May 12, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 31, 1991 | May 12, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Jul 31, 1991 | Oct 5, 1992 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event unachieved and not reported | Jul 1, 1991 | Nov 20, 1991 | Resolved |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Jul 1, 1991 | — | Open |
| cwa | Schedule Event achieved late but reported | Oct 1, 1990 | — | 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.
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603680086 · Jul 5, 2023
$8,750
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603652363 · Jun 13, 2023
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-010 · Nov 23, 2021
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601313227 · Jan 4, 2018
$19,000
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601264426 · Oct 31, 2017
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-001 · Mar 31, 2016
FINAL 3008(A) COMPLIANCE ORDER
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-009 · Dec 4, 2007
$14,000
PROPOSED AGREED ORDER (PAO) SENT
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-008 · Oct 15, 2007
PROPOSED AGREED ORDER (PAO) SENT
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-007 · Sep 26, 2007
PROPOSED AGREED ORDER (PAO) SENT
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-006 · Nov 14, 2006
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-005 · Nov 14, 2006
Administrative - Formal
· Case HQ-2000-4001 · Dec 20, 2001
$26,000
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-004 · Jan 18, 1994
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-002 · Sep 14, 1993
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-IND078904729-003 · May 24, 1993
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