01 03 10*Red mud from alumina production containing hazardous substances other than the wastes mentioned in 01 03 07
Chapter 01: Wastes resulting from exploration, mining, quarrying, physical and chemical treatment of minerals
Overview
EWC code 01 03 10* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for red mud from alumina production containing hazardous substances other than the wastes mentioned in 01 03 07. It sits in subchapter 01 03 of Chapter 01, covering wastes from physical and chemical processing of metalliferous minerals.
01 03 10* is the hazardous entry of a mirror pair, marked with an asterisk (*). It applies when the waste contains dangerous substances at or above the relevant concentration thresholds.
Hazardous Waste Requirements
This waste is classified as hazardous and must be handled, stored, transported and disposed of in accordance with hazardous waste regulations. You must use a licensed hazardous waste carrier and complete a consignment note.
Mirror Entry Code
This code has 1 mirror pair. The choice between hazardous and non-hazardous classification depends on whether the waste contains dangerous substances. Laboratory testing will be required.
Related Codes in This Subchapter
01 03 04*Acid-generating tailings from processing of sulphide ore
01 03 05*Other tailings containing dangerous substances
01 03 06Tailings other than those mentioned in 01 03 04 and 01 03 05
01 03 07*Other wastes containing dangerous substances from physical and chemical processing of metalliferous minerals
01 03 08Dusty and powdery wastes other than those mentioned in 01 03 07
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 01 03 10* hazardous waste?
Yes. 01 03 10* is a hazardous ("mirror") entry, marked with an asterisk (*). It applies when the waste contains dangerous substances above the relevant thresholds (its non-hazardous counterpart is 01 03 09).
How do I dispose of 01 03 10*?
As hazardous waste, 01 03 10* must be moved by a registered waste carrier under a hazardous waste consignment note and sent to a facility permitted to accept hazardous waste. Consignment records must be kept for at least three years. It must not be mixed with non-hazardous waste.
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EWC codes are used to classify waste in the UK and EU. Correct classification is essential for legal compliance and proper waste management.