3P PROCESSING INC
Quick Summary
- •Released 30,048 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 $230,597 in total penalties since records began.
- •Reports releases of chemicals classified as known or probable carcinogens.
- Address
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1702 S KNIGHT ST
WICHITA, KS 67213
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- SEDGWICK County
- Industry
- Manufacturing
- NAICS (North American Industry Classification)
- 332813
- Inspections
- 5 · last Aug 7, 2025
- Total Penalties
- $230,597 · last Aug 19, 2020
- Registry ID
- 110000446447
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 | 32,416 | — |
| 2016 | 32,489 | 0% |
| 2017 | 30,048 | -8% |
| 2018 | 31,251 | +4% |
| 2019 | 29,197 | -7% |
| 2020 | 23,225 | -20% |
| 2021 | 19,569 | -16% |
| 2022 | 18,972 | -3% |
| 2023 | 17,243 | -9% |
| 2024 | 14,943 | -13% |
2024
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 64,130 | |
| Trichloroethylene | 12,222 | 12,222 | — | — | 951 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 1,828 | 1,828 | — | — | 1,288 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 893 | 893 | — | — | 4,723 |
2023
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 57,367 | |
| Trichloroethylene | 14,259 | 14,259 | — | — | 1,898 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 2,052 | 2,052 | — | — | 1,881 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 932 | 932 | — | — | 5,016 |
2022
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 56,834 | |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Trichloroethylene | 16,728 | 16,728 | — | — | 1,193 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 1,337 | 1,337 | — | — | 1,069 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 907 | 907 | — | — | 4,325 |
2021
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 57,062 | |
| Trichloroethylene | 17,222 | 17,222 | — | — | 313 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 1,417 | 1,417 | — | — | 1,077 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 930 | 930 | — | — | 4,657 |
2020
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 62,993 | |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Trichloroethylene | 19,444 | 19,444 | — | — | 3,083 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 2,863 | 2,863 | — | — | 1,987 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 918 | 918 | — | — | 5,558 |
2019
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 82,006 | |
| Trichloroethylene | 29,197 | 29,197 | — | — | 4,446 | ♦ Carcinogen |
2018
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 74,160 | |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Trichloroethylene | 25,123 | 25,123 | — | — | 1,301 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 4,899 | 4,899 | — | — | 3,095 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1,229 | 1,229 | — | — | 7,045 |
2017
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 75,800 | |
| Trichloroethylene | 24,444 | 24,444 | — | — | 2,308 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 4,355 | 4,355 | — | — | 1,534 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1,249 | 1,249 | — | — | 6,817 |
2016
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 75,587 | |
| Trichloroethylene | 27,160 | 27,160 | — | — | 77 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 4,171 | 4,171 | — | — | 1,531 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1,158 | 1,158 | — | — | 6,816 |
2015
| Chemical | Total (lbs) | Air | Water | Land | Off-Site | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | — | 70,971 | |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | — | — | |
| Trichloroethylene | 26,543 | 26,543 | — | — | 107 | ♦ Carcinogen |
| Toluene | 4,701 | 4,701 | — | — | 1,315 | |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1,172 | 1,172 | — | — | 6,629 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | — | — | — | 64,130 |
| Nitric acid | — | — | — | 57,814 |
| Toluene | — | 1,828 | 1,288 | — |
| Trichloroethylene | — | — | — | 923 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
CLEAN HARBORS LONE MOUNTAIN LLC
WAYNOKA, OK
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Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 3,566 | — | — | — |
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SYSTECH ENVIRONMENTAL CORPORATION
FREDONIA, KS
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Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 1,152 | — | — | — |
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SYSTECH ENVIRONMENTAL CORPORATION
FREDONIA, KS
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Toluene | — | — | 1,288 | — |
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SYSTECH ENVIRONMENTAL CORPORATION
FREDONIA, KS
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Trichloroethylene | 27 | — | — | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Nitric acid | — | WICHITA WWTP #1 + #2, WICHITA |
| Nitrate compounds (water dissociable; reportable only when in aqueous solution) | 64,130 | WICHITA WWTP #1 + #2, WICHITA |
| Chromium compounds (except for chromite ore mined in the Transvaal Region) | 5 | WICHITA WWTP #1 + #2, WICHITA |
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 | Apr 1, 2025 | — | Open |
| caa | HPV | Jun 16, 2020 | May 17, 2021 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards for Used Oil: Generators | Jan 26, 2016 | Jan 26, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jan 26, 2016 | Jan 26, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Jan 26, 2016 | Feb 25, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Use and Management of Containers | Jan 26, 2016 | Jan 26, 2016 | Resolved |
| rcra | Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of HW TSDs: Contingency Plan and Emergency Procedures | Feb 5, 2009 | Feb 9, 2009 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jan 12, 2005 | Feb 10, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jan 12, 2005 | Jan 12, 2005 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Mar 15, 2000 | Apr 9, 2000 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Aug 27, 1997 | Dec 30, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Aug 27, 1997 | Dec 3, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Aug 27, 1997 | Dec 3, 1997 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 14, 1995 | Jul 31, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Jun 14, 1995 | Jul 31, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Land Disposal Restrictions: General | Jun 14, 1995 | Dec 22, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Jun 14, 1995 | Jul 31, 1995 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: General | Oct 23, 1991 | Mar 10, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Manifest Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 23, 1991 | Mar 10, 1992 | Resolved |
| rcra | Standards Applicable to Generators of HW: Pre-Transport Requirements Applicable to Small and Large Quantity Generators | Oct 23, 1991 | Mar 31, 1992 | 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.