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06 10 02*
Mirror hazardous

Wastes containing dangerous substances

Chapter 06: Wastes from inorganic chemical processes

Overview

EWC code 06 10 02* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for wastes containing dangerous substances. It sits in subchapter 06 10 of Chapter 06, covering wastes from the MFSU of nitrogen chemicals, nitrogen chemical processes and fertiliser manufacture.

06 10 02* 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 06 10 02* hazardous waste?

Yes. 06 10 02* 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 06 10 99).

How do I dispose of 06 10 02*?

As hazardous waste, 06 10 02* 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
06 - Wastes from inorganic chemical processes
Subchapter
06 10
Classification
Hazardous
Mirror Code
06 10 99

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