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17 02 02
Mirror non-hazardous

Glass

Chapter 17: Construction and demolition wastes (including excavated soil from contaminated sites)

Overview

EWC code 17 02 02 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for glass. It sits in subchapter 17 02 of Chapter 17, covering wood, glass and plastic.

17 02 02 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 17 02 02 hazardous waste?

Not necessarily. 17 02 02 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 17 02 04*). 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 02 02?

Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 17 02 02 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
17 - Construction and demolition wastes (including excavated soil from contaminated sites)
Subchapter
17 02
Classification
Non-hazardous
Mirror Code
17 02 04*

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