16 05 09Discarded chemicals other than those mentioned in 16 05 06, 16 05 07 or 16 05 08
Chapter 16: Wastes not otherwise specified in the list
Overview
EWC code 16 05 09 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for discarded chemicals other than those mentioned in 16 05 06, 16 05 07 or 16 05 08. It sits in subchapter 16 05 of Chapter 16, covering gases in pressure containers and discarded chemicals.
16 05 09 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 Codes
This code has 3 mirror pairs. 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
16 05 04*Gases in pressure containers (including halons) containing dangerous substances
16 05 05Gases in pressure containers other than those mentioned in 16 05 04
16 05 06*Laboratory chemicals, consisting of or containing dangerous substances, including mixtures of laboratory chemicals
16 05 07*Discarded inorganic chemicals consisting of or containing dangerous substances
16 05 08*Discarded organic chemicals consisting of or containing dangerous substances
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 16 05 09 hazardous waste?
Not necessarily. 16 05 09 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 16 05 06*). 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 05 09?
Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 16 05 09 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.