04 02 19*Sludges from on-site effluent treatment containing dangerous substances
Chapter 04: Wastes from the leather, fur and textile industries
Overview
EWC code 04 02 19* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for sludges from on-site effluent treatment containing dangerous substances. It sits in subchapter 04 02 of Chapter 04, covering wastes from the textile industry.
04 02 19* 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
04 02 09Wastes from composite materials (impregnated textile, elastomer, plastomer)
04 02 10Organic matter from natural products (for example grease, wax)
04 02 14*Wastes from finishing containing organic solvents
04 02 15Wastes from finishing other than those mentioned in 04 02 14
04 02 16*Dyestuffs and pigments containing dangerous substances
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 04 02 19* hazardous waste?
Yes. 04 02 19* 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 04 02 20).
How do I dispose of 04 02 19*?
As hazardous waste, 04 02 19* 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.