EPA v. TPDA Trade Corp.

Case summary

Respondent imported 82 engines on or about November 9, 2024. Authorized federal inspectors examined the Subject Engines and determined that they are uncertified and are not covered by an applicable Certificate of Conformity (COC). CBP did not observe Emission Control Information (ECI) labels on the Subject Engines. EPA reviewed photographs that CBP provided and did not observe the required ECI labels. When the importer was asked to provide complete information such as the Engine Family Names, Equipment Make & Model, etc. on the EPA Form 3520-21 for the Subject Engines, the importer?s broker stated that the importer is unable to provide this information and inquired whether CBP could destroy the equipment. In addition, EPA searched its EV-CIS database and did not find any applicable certifications held by the importer or manufacturer for the Subject Engines. Based on the above facts, EPA determined that the Subject Engines are not covered by a valid COC and are not certified. The EPA has found no further evidence indicating the Subject Engines are certified, exempt or otherwise excluded from coverage under Title II the Clean Air Act (CAA) and its implementing regulations. Accordingly, by importing the Subject Engines, Respondent has committed 82 violations of CAA Sections 203(a)(1) and 213(d), 42 U.S.C. ?? 7522(a)(1) and 7547(d), and the regulations codified at 40 C.F.R. ? 1068.101(a)(1) and (b)(5).

Defendants (1)

• TPDA Trade Corp.Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• H&M INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORTATION INC

  700 BELLEVILLE TNPK, KEARNY, NJ, 07032

  Registry ID: 110004261003

Statutes cited

• CAA 213 — Non-road Engines & Vehicles
• CAA 203 — Prohibited Acts - Motor Vehicle & Motor Vehicle Engines

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• TPDA Trade Corp.entered 2025-11-14

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $2,518

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2025-11-14Final Order Issued
• 2025-11-14Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2025-11-14Enforcement Action Closed
• 2025-12-15Enforcement Action Data Entered