09 01 06*Wastes containing silver from on-site treatment of photographic wastes
Chapter 09: Wastes from the photographic industry
Overview
EWC code 09 01 06* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for wastes containing silver from on-site treatment of photographic wastes. It sits in subchapter 09 01 of Chapter 09, covering wastes from the photographic industry.
09 01 06* 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 09 01 06* hazardous waste?
Yes. 09 01 06* 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 09 01 99).
How do I dispose of 09 01 06*?
As hazardous waste, 09 01 06* 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.