Keene Creditors Trust
Eligibility, payouts, and how to file. Last reviewed: 2026-05-03.
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About the Keene Trust
Keene Corporation (parent of Baldwin-Ehret-Hill, Mundet Cork, and other subsidiaries) manufactured asbestos-containing pipe insulation, gaskets, and high-temperature products from the 1940s through 1980. The company filed for bankruptcy in 1993 and the Keene Creditors Trust was established in 1996. The trust pays at 5% pro rata on a $30,000 scheduled mesothelioma value.
Bankruptcy and trust establishment
The Keene Trust covers a multi-product line that overlaps with insulators, pipefitters, and industrial maintenance workers. Estimated payouts of $1,200–$1,800 per claim contribute to multi-trust compensation strategies.
Products and exposure sources covered
Baldwin-Ehret-Hill pipe insulation, Mundet Cork insulation products, gaskets, and industrial high-temperature materials.
Specific asbestos-containing products manufactured or distributed by this company:
- Pipe insulation
- Gaskets
- High-temperature products
Eligibility criteria
To file a claim with the Keene Trust, you generally need to demonstrate:
- Qualifying diagnosis: Mesothelioma, Lung cancer, Asbestosis
- Documented exposure to Keene Trust products during the trust's covered exposure window (1945–1985)
- Work history records placing you at a job site where these products were used (employer records, union records, witness statements, military service records)
- Medical documentation (pathology reports, imaging, treating physician records)
Insulators, pipefitters, industrial workers, and shipyard workers who handled Keene/Baldwin-Ehret-Hill/Mundet products from 1945-1980.
How to file with the Keene Trust
- Gather documentation — diagnosis records, work history, military service records (DD-214), product identification
- Complete the trust's claim form — Each trust has its own form
- File with all applicable trusts — multi-trust filing simultaneously is the standard approach
- Trust review — typically 3–9 months
- Payment — typically 2–6 months after approval
Most claimants qualify for several trusts, not just one. Filing with all applicable trusts at once maximizes total compensation. Start your free case review and we'll identify every applicable trust for your specific work history.
Compensation amounts
Reported scheduled value for mesothelioma claims: $30,000. The trust's current pro rata payment percentage is 5%, meaning the actual payout typically falls in the range of $1,200–$1,800.
These figures are based on Trust Distribution Procedures (TDPs) and historical payout data. Pro rata percentages can change. Actual recovery varies by case factors including diagnosis severity, exposure documentation, and trust funding levels at the time of payment. Past payouts do not guarantee future amounts.
Common qualifying occupations
The Keene Trust commonly accepts claims from workers in these occupations:
Multi-trust filing strategy
The Keene Trust is rarely the only trust a mesothelioma claimant qualifies for. Most workers exposed to pipe insulation were also exposed to products covered by other bankruptcy trusts. Filing with multiple trusts simultaneously is standard practice and significantly increases total compensation.
Related trusts that often apply alongside the Keene Trust
- Eagle-Picher Trust — 32% pro rata, est. payout $20,000–$25,000
- Johns Manville Trust — 5.1% pro rata, est. payout $1,100–$4,500
- Owens Corning / Fibreboard Trust — 26.2% pro rata, est. payout $45,000–$70,000
- Harbison-Walker Trust — 20% pro rata, est. payout $13,000–$17,000
- Pittsburgh Corning Trust — 28% pro rata, est. payout $55,000–$70,000
Deadlines and statute of limitations
The Keene Trust generally accepts claims on a rolling basis with no fixed annual deadline, though the trust may modify procedures from time to time. The applicable statute of limitations for the underlying asbestos claim depends on your state of residence and typically runs from the date of diagnosis (1–3 years in most states for personal injury; longer for wrongful death in some jurisdictions).
Always verify current deadlines with the trust administrator or a licensed attorney before filing. We track deadlines for our clients so you don't miss a filing window.
Frequently asked questions
What was Baldwin-Ehret-Hill?
Baldwin-Ehret-Hill was a Keene subsidiary that manufactured pipe insulation. The Keene Trust covers BEH-branded products. Workers who handled BEH insulation are eligible for Keene Trust filing.
Did Mundet Cork contain asbestos?
Many Mundet Cork insulation products contained asbestos through the 1970s. The Keene Trust covers these products.
Should I file Keene if I already filed Manville?
Yes — file all applicable trusts. Most pipe insulation workers handled products from multiple manufacturers throughout their careers. Keene's contribution adds to total compensation even if individual payouts are modest.
Does Keene cover gasket exposure?
Some Keene products included gaskets. Industrial workers with documented Keene gasket exposure can include this trust in their filing package alongside Garlock and other gasket trusts.
What documentation is needed?
Employment records, union records, witness statements about products handled, and medical diagnosis records. Identifying specific Keene/BEH/Mundet products through witness testimony is often the path for older claims.
Sources and verification
Information on this page is based on publicly available Trust Distribution Procedures (TDPs), bankruptcy court Plans of Reorganization (PACER), trust annual reports, and RAND Institute for Civil Justice asbestos trust research. Reviewed quarterly.
Last reviewed: 2026-05-03 · Next scheduled review: 2026-08-03
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