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GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE

Pasadena, TX · Parent: W R GRACE & CO

Total releases
296.3K lbs
Chemicals reported
11
Carcinogens
2
Primary pathway
Air Releases
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GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE has reported 296.3K lbs of toxic releases across 11 chemicals to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory, based on annual facility disclosures from 2019 through 2024. Of the chemicals reported, 2 are classified as carcinogens, representing 18% of the facility's chemical profile. The facility operates in the Chemicals sector. The primary release pathway is air releases, accounting for 97% 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.

#2,605 of 25,902 TRI facilities nationwide by total reported releases. Ranking reflects reported pounds, not toxicity or health risk.

GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE 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 296.3K lbs in cumulative toxic releases across 11 distinct chemicals, 2 of which (18%) carry a carcinogenic classification.

The dominant release pathway is air releases at 287.6K lbs (97.0% of total volume), followed by off-site transfers at 3.0%. Between 2019 and 2023, reported totals increased by 4% — from 58.9K lbs to 61.5K lbs. The facility is operated under parent company W R GRACE & CO.

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 GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE has filed with the EPA under federal community right-to-know requirements.

Quick Facts

Industry
Chemicals
NAICS Code
325180
Total Releases
296.3K lbs
Chemicals Reported
11
Latest Report Year
2023

Compare this facility

See how GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE stacks up against nearby facilities and the typical reporter.

Total reported releases
GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE
296.3K lbs
ASCEND PERFORMANCE MATERIALS-CHOCOLATE BAYOU PLANT
94.0M lbs

100% less than the comparison

Chemicals reported
GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE
11
ASCEND PERFORMANCE MATERIALS-CHOCOLATE BAYOU PLANT
36

69% 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 GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE releases toxic chemicals into the environment. Total: 296.3K lbs.

Air Releases 287.6K lbs (97.0%)
Off-site Transfers 8.8K lbs (3.0%)
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Emissions Trend Summary

From 2019 to 2023, total releases increased by 4% (58.9K lbs to 61.5K lbs).

Reported total releases by year

GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE — 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 58.9K lbs 11
2020 57.4K lbs 11
2021 59.3K lbs 11
2022 59.1K lbs 11
2023 61.5K lbs 11

Chemical Releases

Aggregated across all reporting years (2019–2023). 2 of 11 chemicals are carcinogens. Sorted by total release volume.

Chemical Total Flags
Toluene 120.2K lbs
n-Hexane 82.1K lbs
Titanium tetrachloride 53.0K lbs
Ethylene glycol 16.8K lbs
Hydrochloric acid (acid aerosols including mists, vapors, gas, fog, and other airborne forms of any particle size) 8.6K lbs
Dibutyl phthalate 7.2K lbs
Propylene 5.2K lbs
Epichlorohydrin 3.3K lbs Carcinogen
Phthalic anhydride 13 lbs
Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate 0 lbs Carcinogen
Vanadium compounds 0 lbs

Location

Coordinates
29.6147, -95.0537
ZIP Code
77507
EPA Facility ID
77507CTLYS10001

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 GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE release?
GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE has reported releases of 11 chemicals to the EPA Toxic Release Inventory, totaling 296.3K lbs. 2 of these (18%) are classified as carcinogens.
What industry is GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE in?
GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE is classified under the "Chemicals" industry (NAICS code 325180), located in Pasadena, TX.
How long has GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE reported to the TRI?
GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE has EPA Toxic Release Inventory data spanning 5 years, from 2019 to 2023.
How does GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE release toxic chemicals?
The primary release pathway for GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE is air releases, accounting for 97.0% of total releases (287.6K lbs). Secondary pathway: off-site transfers (3.0%).
Are emissions from GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE increasing or decreasing?
From 2019 to 2023, total releases increased by 4%, from 58.9K lbs to 61.5K lbs.
Is GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE 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 GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE release carcinogens?
Yes, GRACE -PASADENA CATALYST SITE reports 2 chemicals classified as carcinogens, representing 18% of all chemicals reported by this facility. Carcinogen classification is based on EPA and IARC assessments.

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