08 04 10Waste adhesives and sealants other than those mentioned in 08 04 09
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 04 10 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for waste adhesives and sealants other than those mentioned in 08 04 09. It sits in subchapter 08 04 of Chapter 08, covering wastes from MFSU of adhesives and sealants (including waterproofing products).
08 04 10 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
08 04 09*Waste adhesives and sealants containing organic solvents or other dangerous substances
08 04 11*Adhesive and sealant sludges containing organic solvents or other dangerous substances
08 04 12Adhesive and sealant sludges other than those mentioned in 08 04 11
08 04 13*Aqueous sludges containing adhesives or sealants containing organic solvents or other dangerous substances
08 04 14Aqueous sludges containing adhesives or sealants other than those mentioned in 08 04 13
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 08 04 10 hazardous waste?
Not necessarily. 08 04 10 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 08 04 09*). 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 04 10?
Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 08 04 10 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.