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03 01 04*
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Sawdust, shavings, cuttings, wood, particle board and veneer containing dangerous substances

Chapter 03: Wastes from wood processing and the production of panels and furniture, pulp, paper and cardboard

Overview

EWC code 03 01 04* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for sawdust, shavings, cuttings, wood, particle board and veneer containing dangerous substances. It sits in subchapter 03 01 of Chapter 03, covering wastes from wood processing and the production of panels and furniture.

03 01 04* 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is EWC code 03 01 04* hazardous waste?

Yes. 03 01 04* 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 03 01 05).

How do I dispose of 03 01 04*?

As hazardous waste, 03 01 04* 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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Code Details

Chapter
03 - Wastes from wood processing and the production of panels and furniture, pulp, paper and cardboard
Subchapter
03 01
Classification
Hazardous
Mirror Code
03 01 05

EWC codes are used to classify waste in the UK and EU. Correct classification is essential for legal compliance and proper waste management.