03 01 05Sawdust, shavings, cuttings, wood, particle board and veneer other than those mentioned in 03 01 04
Chapter 03: Wastes from wood processing and the production of panels and furniture, pulp, paper and cardboard
Overview
EWC code 03 01 05 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for sawdust, shavings, cuttings, wood, particle board and veneer other than those mentioned in 03 01 04. It sits in subchapter 03 01 of Chapter 03, covering wastes from wood processing and the production of panels and furniture.
03 01 05 is the non-hazardous entry of a mirror pair. It applies only when the waste does not contain dangerous substances above the relevant concentration thresholds; otherwise the hazardous mirror code applies.
Common Examples
- Untreated timber offcuts
- MDF dust
- Clean pallets
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.
Classification Guidance
This mirror pair covers most processed wood waste. The key is identifying hazardous treatments. Key questions: Does the wood have a dark, oily appearance and a strong chemical smell (creosote)? Is there flaking paint on the wood that might be old? Is this chipboard or MDF from before modern formaldehyde regulations?
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Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 03 01 05 hazardous waste?
Not necessarily. 03 01 05 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 03 01 04*). It is non-hazardous only if the waste does not contain dangerous substances above the relevant thresholds. Assessment, often laboratory testing, is needed to confirm.
What paperwork do I need for 03 01 05?
Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 03 01 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 unless the hazardous mirror code applies.
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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.