07 05 12Sludges from on-site effluent treatment other than those mentioned in 07 05 11
Chapter 07: Wastes from organic chemical processes
Overview
EWC code 07 05 12 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for sludges from on-site effluent treatment other than those mentioned in 07 05 11. It sits in subchapter 07 05 of Chapter 07, covering wastes from the MFSU of pharmaceuticals.
07 05 12 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.
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
07 05 01*Aqueous washing liquids and mother liquors
07 05 03*Organic halogenated solvents, washing liquids and mother liquors
07 05 04*Other organic solvents, washing liquids and mother liquors
07 05 07*Halogenated still bottoms and reaction residues
07 05 08*Other still bottoms and reaction residues
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 07 05 12 hazardous waste?
Not necessarily. 07 05 12 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 07 05 11*). 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 07 05 12?
Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 07 05 12 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.