17 01 03Tiles and ceramics
Chapter 17: Construction and demolition wastes (including excavated soil from contaminated sites)
Overview
EWC code 17 01 03 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for tiles and ceramics. It sits in subchapter 17 01 of Chapter 17, covering concrete, bricks, tiles and ceramics.
17 01 03 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.
Common Examples
- Roof tiles
- Bathroom tiles
- Ceramic sinks
- Toilets
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.
Classification Guidance
Roof tiles, floor tiles, ceramic sanitaryware.
Related Codes in This Subchapter
17 01 01Concrete
17 01 02Bricks
17 01 06*Mixtures of, or separate fractions of concrete, bricks, tiles and ceramics containing dangerous substances
17 01 07Mixtures of concrete, bricks, tiles and ceramics other than those mentioned in 17 01 06
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 17 01 03 hazardous waste?
Not necessarily. 17 01 03 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 17 01 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 17 01 03?
Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 17 01 03 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.