# PIONEER PLASTICS CORP
> **Administrative - Formal** · FY2026 · — · —
## Case
- **Activity ID:** `3604658211`
- **Case Number:** 01-2026-1002
- **Type:** Administrative - Formal
- **Lead:** EPA
- **Outcome:** —
- **Penalty assessed:** —
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## Defendants
- Pioneer Plastics Corporation (complaint) (settlement)
## Summary

On October 23, 2025, EPA Region 1 filed an Expedited Settlement Agreement ( ESA ) with Pioneer Plastics Corporation, thereby resolving violations of the Clean Air Act's Risk Management Program ( RMP ) regulations, promulgated pursuant to Section 112(r) of the Act, at the company's plant in Auburn, ME. Pioneer Plastics produces high pressure laminate, treated paper/fiberglass, and polyester resins. Formaldehyde, a chemical subject to the RMP regulations, is used in the production of resins. EPA identified violations of the RMP regulations that included: pipe labeling issues, unlabeled formaldehyde alarms, damaged formaldehyde pipe insulation, unlabeled formaldehyde piping, formaldehyde transfer hoses not properly cared for, and a lack of NFPA signs identifying hazardous chemicals. The ESA requires compliance and payment of total penalties of $10,200. Maine is not delegated to implement this program.

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