Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
RCRA
CRYSTAL FINISHING SYSTEMS INC
Quick Summary
- •Released 74,034 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 $350,000 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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2610 ROSS AVE
SCHOFIELD, WI 54476
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- MARATHON County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 332812
- Inspections
- 4 · last Aug 14, 2024
- Total Penalties
- $350,000 · last Feb 18, 2026
- Registry ID
- 110001928175
How This Compares
#47
of 713 TRI reporters in WI
#1,332
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.
12
Air (CAA)
Qtrs Non-Compliant
Qtrs Non-Compliant
2
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 | 59,735 | — |
| 2016 | 83,630 | +40% |
| 2017 | 74,034 | -11% |
| 2018 | 90,973 | +23% |
| 2019 | 34 | -100% |
| 2020 | 20,345 | +60630% |
| 2021 | 23,462 | +15% |
| 2022 | 14,537 | -38% |
| 2023 | 12,517 | -14% |
| 2024 | 14,170 | +13% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 5,384 | 5,384 | — | — | 45,594 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 3,341 | 3,341 | — | — | 20,951 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Certain glycol ethers | 2,859 | 2,859 | — | — | 578 | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 1,148 | 1,148 | — | — | 57,403 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 731 | 731 | — | — | 63,475 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 626 | 626 | — | — | 129 | |
| Methanol | 30 | 30 | — | — | 11,380 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 27 | 27 | — | — | 27,279 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 14 | 14 | — | — | 10,422 | |
| Copper compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 3,283 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 4,708 | 4,708 | — | — | 37,802 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 2,763 | 2,763 | — | — | 17,336 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Certain glycol ethers | 2,151 | 2,151 | — | — | 589 | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 1,119 | 1,119 | — | — | 47,553 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 945 | 945 | — | — | 194 | |
| Toluene | 755 | 755 | — | — | 52,556 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 27 | 27 | — | — | 27,210 | |
| Methanol | 25 | 25 | — | — | 9,410 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 14 | 14 | — | — | 10,809 | |
| Copper compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 3,395 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 5,509 | 5,509 | — | — | 46,265 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 3,017 | 3,017 | — | — | 21,534 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Certain glycol ethers | 2,409 | 2,409 | — | — | 633 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 1,250 | 1,250 | — | — | 210 | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 1,163 | 1,163 | — | — | 59,260 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 1,108 | 1,108 | — | — | 65,539 | |
| Methanol | 30 | 30 | — | — | 11,750 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 26 | 26 | — | — | 26,108 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 13 | 13 | — | — | 10,156 | |
| Copper compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 3,206 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 9,472 | 9,472 | — | — | 51,465 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 4,107 | 4,107 | — | — | 23,944 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 3,741 | 3,741 | — | — | 72,834 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 2,505 | 2,505 | — | — | 207 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 2,278 | 2,278 | — | — | 618 | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 1,274 | 1,274 | — | — | 65,698 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Methanol | 34 | 34 | — | — | 13,029 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 29 | 29 | — | — | 28,646 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 13 | 13 | — | — | 9,712 | |
| Copper compounds | 9 | 9 | — | — | 2,979 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 8,466 | 8,466 | — | — | 48,314 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 3,959 | 3,959 | — | — | 22,128 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 3,222 | 3,222 | — | — | 67,181 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 1,693 | 1,693 | — | — | 143 | |
| Certain glycol ethers | 1,550 | 1,550 | — | — | 10,539 | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 1,367 | 1,367 | — | — | 60,617 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Methanol | 31 | 31 | — | — | 12,002 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 31 | 31 | — | — | 7,752 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 15 | 15 | — | — | 11,047 | |
| Copper compounds | 10 | 10 | — | — | 3,437 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimethyl phthalate | 34 | 34 | — | — | 7,031 |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 36,393 | 36,393 | — | — | 54,441 | |
| Toluene | 27,321 | 27,321 | — | — | 78,638 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 16,091 | 16,091 | — | — | 24,196 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 6,666 | 6,666 | — | — | 12,098 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 2,659 | 2,659 | — | — | 57,466 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Certain glycol ethers | 1,785 | 1,785 | — | — | 16,022 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 45 | 45 | — | — | 6,049 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 13 | 13 | — | — | 6,049 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 29,636 | 29,636 | — | — | 41,891 | |
| Toluene | 22,668 | 22,668 | — | — | 60,509 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 12,657 | 12,657 | — | — | 250 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 5,378 | 5,378 | — | — | 9,309 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 2,370 | 2,370 | — | — | 44,218 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Certain glycol ethers | 1,275 | 1,275 | — | — | 10,427 | |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 38 | 38 | — | — | 4,257 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 12 | 12 | — | — | 4,257 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 30,508 | 30,508 | — | — | 43,632 | |
| Toluene | 24,320 | 24,320 | — | — | 63,020 | |
| n-Butyl alcohol | 11,180 | 11,180 | — | — | 9,696 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 5,601 | 5,601 | — | — | 9,696 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 4,531 | 4,531 | — | — | 4,848 | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 3,710 | 3,710 | — | — | 46,056 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Certain glycol ethers | 2,289 | 2,289 | — | — | 11,150 | |
| 1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene | 1,450 | 1,450 | — | — | 3,878 | |
| Copper compounds | 22 | 22 | — | — | 526 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 20 | 20 | — | — | 3,886 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | 25,834 | 25,834 | — | — | 43,294 | |
| Toluene | 21,030 | 21,030 | — | — | 63,295 | |
| Ethylbenzene | 4,711 | 4,711 | — | — | 9,620 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Dimethyl phthalate | 3,392 | 3,392 | — | — | 3,085 | |
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | 2,781 | 2,781 | — | — | 45,699 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Certain glycol ethers | 1,952 | 1,952 | — | — | 11,065 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 20 | 20 | — | — | 4,811 | |
| Copper compounds | 15 | 15 | — | — | 695 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methyl isobutyl ketone | — | 57,403 | — | 49,274 |
| n-Butyl alcohol | — | 129 | — | 12,120 |
| Certain glycol ethers | — | 578 | — | 54,327 |
| Methanol | — | 11,380 | — | 56 |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 257 | — | — |
| Copper compounds | — | 82 | — | — |
| Dimethyl phthalate | — | — | 683 | — |
| Ethylbenzene | — | 20,951 | — | 68,228 |
| Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | 45,594 | — | 127,658 |
| Toluene | — | 63,475 | — | 24,999 |
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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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Certain glycol ethers | — | 578 | — | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | — | 257 | — | — |
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MARATHON COUNTY LANDFILL
RINGLE, WI
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Copper compounds | 3,201 | — | — | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Copper compounds | — | 82 | — | — |
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MARATHON COUNTY LANDFILL
RINGLE, WI
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Dimethyl phthalate | 26,597 | — | — | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Dimethyl phthalate | — | — | 683 | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Ethylbenzene | — | 20,951 | — | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Methanol | — | 11,380 | — | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Methyl isobutyl ketone | — | 57,403 | — | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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n-Butyl alcohol | — | 129 | — | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Toluene | — | 63,475 | — | — |
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WRR ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC
EAU CLAIRE, WI
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Xylene (mixed isomers) | — | 45,594 | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 2 | WAUSAU CTY WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLT, WAUSAU |
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 | Sep 18, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Sep 18, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Sep 18, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Aug 14, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Aug 14, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Aug 14, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Aug 14, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Aug 14, 2024 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Aug 14, 2024 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Preparedness. Prevention, and Emergency Procedures for LQGs | Nov 28, 2023 | Feb 7, 2024 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Nov 28, 2023 | Dec 28, 2023 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Nov 28, 2023 | Dec 28, 2023 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Feb 18, 2022 | Feb 18, 2026 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Jul 27, 2021 | Feb 18, 2026 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Sep 3, 2020 | — | Open |
| caa | HPV | Feb 11, 2020 | Feb 18, 2026 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Dec 19, 2019 | Jun 9, 2020 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Dec 19, 2019 | Jun 9, 2020 | Resolved |
| caa | HPV | Oct 29, 2019 | Feb 18, 2026 | Resolved |
| caa | FRV | Jan 16, 2018 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Nov 3, 2017 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 22, 2014 | Dec 11, 2014 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 16, 2010 | Feb 11, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Sep 16, 2010 | Feb 11, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Air Emission Standards for Tanks, Surface Impoundments and Containers | Sep 16, 2010 | Feb 11, 2011 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Apr 10, 2003 | Jan 12, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 6, 2002 | Nov 25, 2002 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jan 26, 2000 | Mar 9, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jan 23, 1997 | Feb 10, 1997 | 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.
Judicial
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604837463 · Feb 18, 2026
$0
Judicial
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604837467 · Feb 18, 2026
$0
Judicial
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604837466 · Feb 18, 2026
$0
Judicial
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604837465 · Feb 18, 2026
$350,000
Judicial
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604837464 · Feb 18, 2026
$0
NOTICE OF NONCOMPLIANCE
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-WID981000375-508 · Jan 11, 2024
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3603072715 · Mar 11, 2022
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3602807036 · Aug 17, 2021
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3602434063 · Sep 29, 2020
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601407624 · Mar 21, 2018
Warning Letter
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601270650 · Nov 7, 2017
NOTICE OF NONCOMPLIANCE
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-WID981000375-001 · Dec 8, 2003
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