Non-Compliance
TRI Reporter
Clean Air Act
RCRA
DEGUSSA INITIATORS INC
Quick Summary
- •Released 249 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 $51,700 in total penalties since records began.
- Address
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555 GARDEN STREET
ELYRIA, OH 44035
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- LORAIN County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 325199
- Inspections
- 10 · last Feb 12, 2026
- Total Penalties
- $51,700 · last Nov 28, 2025
- Registry ID
- 110000385404
How This Compares
#678
of 1,142 TRI reporters in OH
#8,963
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
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)
+437% overall
| Year | Total Releases (lbs) | vs Prior Year |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 220 | — |
| 2016 | 171 | -22% |
| 2017 | 249 | +46% |
| 2018 | 888 | +257% |
| 2019 | 434 | -51% |
| 2020 | 1,756 | +305% |
| 2021 | 875 | -50% |
| 2022 | 1,191 | +36% |
| 2023 | 4,154 | +249% |
| 2024 | 1,181 | -72% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 978 | 978 | — | — | — | |
| Benzoyl chloride | 203 | 203 | — | — | — |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 3,962 | 3,962 | — | — | — | |
| Benzoyl chloride | 192 | 192 | — | — | — |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 1,058 | 1,058 | — | — | — | |
| Benzoyl chloride | 133 | 133 | — | — | — |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 696 | 696 | — | — | — | |
| Benzoyl chloride | 179 | 179 | — | — | — |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 1,617 | 1,617 | — | — | — | |
| Benzoyl chloride | 139 | 139 | — | — | — |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 434 | 434 | — | — | — |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 709 | 709 | — | — | — | |
| Benzoyl chloride | 179 | 179 | — | — | 750 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzoyl chloride | 177 | 177 | — | — | — | |
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 72 | 72 | — | — | — |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzoyl chloride | 114 | 114 | — | — | — | |
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 57 | 57 | — | — | — |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benzoyl peroxide | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Benzoyl chloride | 158 | 158 | — | — | — | |
| tert-Butyl alcohol | 62 | 62 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| tert-Butyl alcohol | — | — | — | 2,769 |
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 | Mar 28, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Mar 28, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Oct 24, 2018 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Sep 28, 2018 | — | Open |
| caa | FRV | Mar 16, 2018 | — | Open |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jun 28, 2017 | Jun 28, 2017 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 21, 2016 | Sep 22, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Sep 21, 2016 | Oct 12, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Tank Systems | Sep 21, 2016 | Dec 13, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Universal Waste Management: Standards for Small Quantity Handlers | Aug 31, 2009 | Oct 28, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Feb 1, 2006 | Feb 12, 2008 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Apr 30, 2004 | Jun 28, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Apr 30, 2004 | Jun 28, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Mar 15, 2004 | Aug 5, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | EPA Administered Permit Programs: the HW Permit Program Permit Application | Nov 14, 2003 | Mar 31, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Jun 18, 2003 | Jun 28, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jun 18, 2003 | Jun 28, 2004 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jun 11, 2002 | Sep 10, 2002 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jun 11, 2002 | Sep 10, 2002 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | May 15, 2002 | Feb 21, 2007 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | May 15, 2001 | Nov 20, 2002 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Mar 19, 1998 | Mar 19, 2003 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Mar 19, 1998 | Apr 27, 1998 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Financial Requirements | Jul 30, 1996 | Sep 9, 1996 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 2, 1994 | Jul 25, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jun 2, 1994 | Jul 25, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 2, 1994 | Jul 25, 1994 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 29, 1993 | Aug 19, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | Jun 29, 1993 | Aug 19, 1993 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Sep 23, 1992 | Nov 6, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Jul 31, 1991 | Dec 16, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jul 31, 1991 | Oct 26, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jul 31, 1991 | Dec 16, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Closure and Post-Closure | Jul 31, 1991 | Dec 16, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Jul 31, 1991 | Dec 16, 1991 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | Jul 27, 1989 | Aug 29, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jul 27, 1989 | Aug 29, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jul 27, 1989 | Aug 29, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Jul 27, 1989 | Aug 29, 1989 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | May 22, 1987 | Aug 28, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | May 22, 1987 | Aug 28, 1987 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General | Jun 3, 1986 | Sep 24, 1986 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | Jun 3, 1986 | Sep 24, 1986 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Mar 26, 1985 | May 14, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Preparedness and Prevention | Mar 26, 1985 | May 14, 1985 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | Aug 30, 1983 | Feb 28, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Aug 30, 1983 | Feb 28, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Closure and Post-Closure | Aug 30, 1983 | Feb 28, 1984 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Manifest System, Recordkeeping and Reporting | May 13, 1982 | Aug 30, 1983 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: General Facility Standards | May 13, 1982 | Aug 20, 1983 | 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
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604654742 · Nov 28, 2025
$51,700
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604359887 · Apr 7, 2025
$0
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604338597 · Mar 5, 2025
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3604338614 · Feb 13, 2025
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-001 · Mar 30, 2023
Administrative - Formal
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601935541 · Aug 15, 2019
$25,000
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601679005 · Nov 2, 2018
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601580032 · Sep 6, 2018
Notice of Violation
Clean Air Act
· Case 3601276527 · Nov 9, 2017
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-027 · Oct 5, 2017
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-026 · Oct 21, 2016
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-025 · Sep 29, 2009
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-022 · Jul 3, 2007
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-021 · Feb 1, 2006
Judicial
· Case 05-2002-2030 · Sep 27, 2005
$345,204
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-020 · Sep 15, 2005
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-019 · Jun 30, 2005
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-024 · May 27, 2004
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-023 · Mar 22, 2004
WRITTEN INFORMAL
RCRA (Hazardous Waste)
· Case RCRA-OHD046202602-018 · Mar 15, 2004
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