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DNREC : DERNS : Recent Releases : Environmental Release Detail [17671]
Release ID 17671  Release Date/Time 4/22/2026 6:30:00 AM 
Extremely Hazardous YES  Report Date/Time 4/22/2026 4:12:00 PM 
Release Location Roquette Facility 1301 Ogletown road Newark De 19711 
Facility ID & Name 5895 ROQUETTE  Facility Address 1301 OGLETOWN RD.
NEWARK, DE 19711
 
Substance Released CYCLOHEXENE  Release Duration Continuous 
Estimated Quantity N/A 
Released To
Additional Information Facility had a process upset, and an unknown quantity of product Cyclohexene may have entered the waste water system , which is causing the odors at several locations. 
Health Risks: (Information provided here may be from the Cameo Chemical database and may or may not pertain to this specific release. It is provided as a precaution only.) CYCLOHEXENE The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database. May cause toxic effects if inhaled or absorbed through skin. Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes. Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution. (DOT, 1996) 
Medical Attention: (Information provided here may be from the Cameo Chemical database and may or may not pertain to this specific release. It is provided as a precaution only.) CYCLOHEXENE The following chemical information was taken from the CAMEO Chemical database. Eye: If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately. Contact lenses should not be worn when working with this chemical. Skin: If this chemical contacts the skin, promptly wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing promptly remove the clothing and wash the skin with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly. Breathing: If a person breathes large amounts of this chemical, move the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Keep the affected person warm and at rest. Get medical attention as soon as possible. Swallow: If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately. (NIOSH, 1997) 
Precautions Recommended None  Public Notified? YES 
Facility Contact Name: GWENDOLYN LAWLESS  Facility Contact Phone: 302-201-1513 
Facility Contact Email:   Status Final 



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