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PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON

Barberton, OH · Parent: PPG INDUSTRIES INC

Total releases
503.1K lbs
Chemicals reported
8
Carcinogens
1
Primary pathway
Air Releases
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PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON has reported 503.1K lbs of toxic releases across 8 chemicals to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory, based on annual facility disclosures from 2019 through 2024. Of the chemicals reported, 1 is classified as carcinogen, representing 13% of the facility's chemical profile. The facility operates in the Chemicals sector. The primary release pathway is air releases, accounting for 100% 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.

#1,950 of 25,902 TRI facilities nationwide by total reported releases — among the top 7.5% of reporting sites by volume. Ranking reflects reported pounds, not toxicity or health risk.

PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON files annual Form R disclosures to the EPA Toxics Release Inventory under EPCRA Section 313, classified under NAICS 325180 (Chemicals). Across 5 years of records spanning 2019–2023, the site has disclosed 503.1K lbs in cumulative toxic releases across 8 distinct chemicals, 1 of which (13%) carry a carcinogenic classification.

The dominant release pathway is air releases at 502.5K lbs (99.9% of total volume), followed by off-site transfers at 0.1%. Between 2019 and 2023, reported totals increased by 3% — from 89.0K lbs to 91.6K lbs. The facility is operated under parent company PPG INDUSTRIES INC.

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 PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON has filed with the EPA under federal community right-to-know requirements.

Quick Facts

Industry
Chemicals
NAICS Code
325180
Total Releases
503.1K lbs
Chemicals Reported
8
Latest Report Year
2023

Compare this facility

See how PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON stacks up against nearby facilities and the typical reporter.

Total reported releases
PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON
503.1K lbs
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Chemicals reported
PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON
8
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31

74% 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 PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON releases toxic chemicals into the environment. Total: 503.1K lbs.

Air Releases 502.5K lbs (99.9%)
Off-site Transfers 658 lbs (0.1%)
Land Disposal 0 lbs (<0.1%)
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Emissions Trend Summary

From 2019 to 2023, total releases increased by 3% (89.0K lbs to 91.6K lbs).

Reported total releases by year

PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON — 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 89.0K lbs 8
2020 84.9K lbs 8
2021 100.6K lbs 8
2022 137.0K lbs 8
2023 91.6K lbs 8

Chemical Releases

Aggregated across all reporting years (2019–2023). 1 of 8 chemicals are carcinogens. Sorted by total release volume.

Chemical Total Flags
Trichloroethylene 425.0K lbs Carcinogen
Toluene 47.8K lbs
Methanol 19.3K lbs
Hydrochloric acid (acid aerosols including mists, vapors, gas, fog, and other airborne forms of any particle size) 4.8K lbs
Allyl alcohol 4.6K lbs
Ethylene glycol 1.5K lbs
Chlorine 148 lbs
Phosgene 3 lbs

Location

Coordinates
40.9995, -81.6198
ZIP Code
44203
EPA Facility ID
44203PPGND4829F

About TRI Data

Data as of 2024 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 PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON release?
PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON has reported releases of 8 chemicals to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory, totaling 503.1K lbs. 1 of these (13%) are classified as carcinogens.
What industry is PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON in?
PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON is classified under the "Chemicals" industry (NAICS code 325180), located in Barberton, OH.
How long has PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON reported to the TRI?
PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON has EPA Toxic Release Inventory data spanning 5 years, from 2019 to 2023.
How does PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON release toxic chemicals?
The primary release pathway for PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON is air releases, accounting for 99.9% of total releases (502.5K lbs). Secondary pathway: off-site transfers (0.1%).
Are emissions from PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON increasing or decreasing?
From 2019 to 2023, total releases increased by 3%, from 89.0K lbs to 91.6K lbs.
Is PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON 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 PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON release carcinogens?
Yes, PPG INDUSTRIES INC BARBERTON reports 1 chemical classified as carcinogens, representing 13% of all chemicals reported by this facility. Carcinogen classification is based on EPA and IARC assessments.

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