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16 01 12
Mirror non-hazardous

Brake pads other than those mentioned in 16 01 11

Chapter 16: Wastes not otherwise specified in the list

Overview

EWC code 16 01 12 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for brake pads other than those mentioned in 16 01 11. It sits in subchapter 16 01 of Chapter 16, covering end-of-life vehicles from different means of transport and wastes from dismantling.

16 01 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is EWC code 16 01 12 hazardous waste?

Not necessarily. 16 01 12 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 16 01 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 16 01 12?

Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 16 01 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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Code Details

Chapter
16 - Wastes not otherwise specified in the list
Subchapter
16 01
Classification
Non-hazardous
Mirror Code
16 01 11*

EWC codes are used to classify waste in the UK and EU. Correct classification is essential for legal compliance and proper waste management.