08 03 18Waste printing toner other than those mentioned in 08 03 17
Chapter 08: Wastes from the manufacture, formulation, supply and use (MFSU) of coatings (paints, varnishes and vitreous enamels), adhesives, sealants and printing inks
Overview
EWC code 08 03 18 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for waste printing toner other than those mentioned in 08 03 17. It sits in subchapter 08 03 of Chapter 08, covering wastes from MFSU of printing inks.
08 03 18 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
- Standard office printer/copier toner cartridges
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
Printer toner cartridges. Most modern toner is non-hazardous (08 03 18), but some specialty toners may contain hazardous substances. Key questions: Is this from a standard office printer or a specialized industrial printing process? Does the cartridge have any hazard warning labels?
Related Codes in This Subchapter
08 03 07aqueous sludges containing ink
08 03 08aqueous liquid waste containing ink
08 03 12*Waste ink containing dangerous substances
08 03 13Waste ink other than those mentioned in 08 03 12
08 03 14*Ink sludges containing dangerous substances
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 08 03 18 hazardous waste?
Not necessarily. 08 03 18 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 08 03 17*). 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 08 03 18?
Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 08 03 18 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.