02 03 05Sludges from on-site effluent treatment
Chapter 02: Wastes from agriculture, horticulture, aquaculture, forestry, hunting and fishing, food preparation and processing
Overview
EWC code 02 03 05 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for sludges from on-site effluent treatment. It sits in subchapter 02 03 of Chapter 02, covering wastes from fruit, vegetables, cereals, edible oils, cocoa, coffee, tea and tobacco preparation and processing.
02 03 05 is an absolute non-hazardous entry, which means it is classified as non-hazardous in every case and does not require a hazardous-properties assessment.
Related Codes in This Subchapter
02 03 01Sludges from washing, cleaning, peeling, centrifuging and separation
02 03 02Wastes from preserving agents
02 03 03Wastes from solvent extraction
02 03 04Materials unsuitable for consumption or processing
02 03 99Wastes not otherwise specified
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 02 03 05 hazardous waste?
No. 02 03 05 is an absolute non-hazardous entry, so it is non-hazardous in all cases and needs no hazard assessment.
What paperwork do I need for 02 03 05?
As non-hazardous waste, 02 03 05 is handled under standard duty of care: transfer it to a registered carrier with a waste transfer note. A hazardous waste consignment note is not required.
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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.