EPA TRI Facility · Primary Metals

Metallix Refining Inc.

Greenville, NC

Total releases
1.4K lbs
Chemicals reported
3
Carcinogens
1
Primary pathway
Off-site Transfers
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Metallix Refining Inc. has reported 1.4K lbs of toxic releases across 3 chemicals to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory, based on annual facility disclosures from 2019 through 2023. Of the chemicals reported, 1 is classified as carcinogen, representing 33% of the facility's chemical profile. The facility operates in the Primary Metals sector. The primary release pathway is off-site transfers, accounting for 90% of total releases. All release data shown below is self-reported to the EPA under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA) Section 313.

#13,352 of 25,902 TRI facilities nationwide by total reported releases. Ranking reflects reported pounds, not toxicity or health risk.

Metallix Refining Inc. files annual Form R disclosures to the EPA Toxics Release Inventory under EPCRA Section 313, classified under NAICS 331492 (Primary Metals). Across 5 years of records spanning 2019–2023, the site has disclosed 1.4K lbs in cumulative toxic releases across 3 distinct chemicals, 1 of which (33%) carry a carcinogenic classification.

The dominant release pathway is off-site transfers at 1.3K lbs (90.2% of total volume), followed by air releases at 9.8%. Between 2019 and 2023, reported totals increased by 7% - from 192 lbs to 206 lbs.

TRI Form R values are self-reported estimates, not measured stack emissions, and treat every pound of reported chemical equally regardless of toxicity. Inclusion in the TRI database does not establish a health risk to nearby residents; it documents the annual reporting record that Metallix Refining Inc. has filed with the EPA under federal community right-to-know requirements.

Quick Facts

Industry
Primary Metals
NAICS Code
331492
Total Releases
1.4K lbs
Chemicals Reported
3
Latest Report Year
2023

Compare this facility

See how Metallix Refining Inc. stacks up against nearby facilities and the typical reporter.

Total reported releases
Metallix Refining Inc.
1.4K lbs
Befesa Zinc Metal LLC
43.1M lbs

100% less than the comparison

Chemicals reported
Metallix Refining Inc.
3
Befesa Zinc Metal LLC
4

25% less than the comparison

Comparison reflects reported pounds and chemical counts, not toxicity or health risk. Averages cover facilities reporting any release.

How does this facility release toxic chemicals?

How Metallix Refining Inc. releases toxic chemicals into the environment. Total: 1.4K lbs.

Off-site Transfers 1.3K lbs (90.2%)
Air Releases 137 lbs (9.8%)
Land Disposal 0 lbs (<0.1%)
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Emissions Trend Summary

From 2019 to 2023, total releases increased by 7% (192 lbs to 206 lbs).

Reported total releases by year

Metallix Refining Inc. - annual TRI totals

million lbs

What this shows Year-over-year reported totals. TRI figures are self-reported estimates and can swing with production levels, waste-rock handling and reporting changes, not only with emissions controls.

Source EPA Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)
Year Total Chemicals
2019 192 lbs 3
2020 580 lbs 3
2021 226 lbs 3
2022 196 lbs 3
2023 206 lbs 3

Chemical Releases

Aggregated across all reporting years (2019–2023). 1 of 3 chemicals are carcinogens. Sorted by total release volume.

Chemical Total Flags
Lead 1.4K lbs Carcinogen
Copper 0 lbs -
Silver 0 lbs -

Location

Coordinates
35.6451, -77.3621
ZIP Code
27834
EPA Facility ID
27834MTLLX251IN

About TRI Data

Data as of 2023 reporting year. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Toxic Release Inventory.

Data comes from the EPA Toxic Release Inventory (TRI) program. Facilities that manufacture, process, or otherwise use listed toxic chemicals above threshold amounts are required to report annually to the EPA.

Release quantities are self-reported by the facility and may represent estimates rather than exact measurements. "Total releases" includes releases to air, water, land, and off-site transfers for disposal. Quantities shown here are aggregated across all available reporting years.

PlainEnviro presents this data without advocacy framing. The presence of a facility in the TRI database does not by itself indicate a health risk. For site-specific health questions, consult your local environmental or health agency.

Frequently Asked Questions

What chemicals does Metallix Refining Inc. release?
Metallix Refining Inc. has reported releases of 3 chemicals to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory, totaling 1.4K lbs. 1 of these (33%) are classified as carcinogens.
What industry is Metallix Refining Inc. in?
Metallix Refining Inc. is classified under the "Primary Metals" industry (NAICS code 331492), located in Greenville, NC.
How long has Metallix Refining Inc. reported to the TRI?
Metallix Refining Inc. has EPA Toxic Release Inventory data spanning 5 years, from 2019 to 2023.
How does Metallix Refining Inc. release toxic chemicals?
The primary release pathway for Metallix Refining Inc. is off-site transfers, accounting for 90.2% of total releases (1.3K lbs). Secondary pathway: air releases (9.8%).
Are emissions from Metallix Refining Inc. increasing or decreasing?
From 2019 to 2023, total releases increased by 7%, from 192 lbs to 206 lbs.
Is Metallix Refining Inc. a health risk?
The presence of a facility in the TRI database does not by itself indicate a health risk. Release quantities are self-reported estimates. For site-specific health questions, consult your local environmental or health agency.
Does Metallix Refining Inc. release carcinogens?
Yes, Metallix Refining Inc. reports 1 chemical classified as carcinogens, representing 33% of all chemicals reported by this facility. Carcinogen classification is based on EPA and IARC assessments.

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  • This facility ranks #13,352 of 25,902 TRI facilities nationwide by total reported releases. Ranking reflects reported pounds, not toxicity or health risk. See the full rankings
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Sources & how this page was built

Every figure on this page traces to public, federal-government data on Metallix Refining Inc.. The records below are the primary sources; our methodology explains how they are joined, computed, and verified.

Retrieved and formatted by PlainEnviro Editorial. TRI release totals are self-reported estimates, not measured stack emissions.

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the Toxics Release Inventory has required annual industrial disclosure since its creation under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act in October 1986, and this facility's record is drawn from PlainEnviro's database of more than 25,000 EPA-tracked facilities through the 2023 reporting year; see our methodology for full source citations and refresh cadence.