UK plastic manufacturer faces potential prosecution over benzene emissions

The Environment Agency is considering criminal charges against Huntsman Polyurethanes for allegedly emitting carcinogenic benzene in breach of its operating license.

First covered Aug 3, 2026 · 10:00 PM PT · 1 article

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16h Guardian Environment UK plastic manufacturer could face legal action over toxic emissions — Exclusive: Environment Agency is considering whether to prosecute Huntsman Polyurethanes over emissions of carcinogenic benzene A plastic manufacturer in the…

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pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Toxic threats from plastic waste: human health impacts, challenges, and policy solutions

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consult.environment-agency.gov.uk TS10 4YA, HUNTSMAN POLYURETHANES (UK) LIMITED, EPR/BS8656IX/V010: environmental permit consultation - Environment Agency - Citizen Space

consult.environment-agency.gov.uk Variation and consolidation application number EPR/BS8656IX/V010 1

assets.publishing.service.gov.uk Permit number EPR/MP3131RW 1 Permit with introductory note

Appeared in: 2026-08-04 (#12)

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