11 01 15*Eluate and sludges from membrane systems or ion exchange systems containing dangerous substances
Chapter 11: Wastes from chemical surface treatment and coating of metals and other materials; non-ferrous hydro-metallurgy
Overview
EWC code 11 01 15* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for eluate and sludges from membrane systems or ion exchange systems containing dangerous substances. It sits in subchapter 11 01 of Chapter 11, covering wastes from chemical surface treatment and coating of metals and other materials.
11 01 15* is a hazardous entry, marked with an asterisk (*). It applies where 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 11 01 15* hazardous waste?
Yes. 11 01 15* is a hazardous ("mirror") entry, marked with an asterisk (*). It applies when the waste contains dangerous substances above the relevant thresholds.
How do I dispose of 11 01 15*?
As hazardous waste, 11 01 15* 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.