# Chemical leak in Caivano, Italy

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chemical-leak-in-caivano-italy
> Updated: 2026-09-17T16:00:00.000Z. Sources: 21. Developments: 2.

A chemical leak at a PPG Industries paint manufacturing plant in the Asi Pascarola industrial zone in Caivano, Italy, triggered an environmental emergency. The incident, caused by a chemical reaction in a storage tank, released irritating vapors that prompted Mayor Antonio Angelino to order the closure of schools, parks, and playgrounds, while advising residents to wear FFP2 masks and keep windows closed.

Subsequent investigations by Arpa Campania found no significant concentrations of volatile organic compounds or other hazardous airborne substances above quantifiable limits. PPG Industries Italia confirmed that processing errors led to a partial product leak on September 12 and another leak during the night of September 14-15. The substance involved, ethyl acrylate, is characterized by a sharp odor. The company stated that the leaks were contained on paved surfaces with no detected infiltration into soil or wastewater systems, and has taken responsibility for site remediation and waste disposal.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-17: Arpa Campania finds no significant air pollutants in Caivano

Arpa Campania found no significant air pollutants in Caivano following chemical leaks at the PPG Industries Italia site caused by processing errors.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/arpa-campania-finds-no-significant-air-pollutants-in-caivano

### 2026-09-14: Caivano chemical leak triggers school closures and public warnings

A chemical leak at a paint factory in Caivano, Italy, led to school closures and public restrictions after irritating vapors were released. Health officials report no immediate toxic risk.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/caivano-chemical-leak-asl-reports-no-health-risk

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