17 08 01*Gypsum-based construction materials contaminated with dangerous substances
Chapter 17: Construction and demolition wastes (including excavated soil from contaminated sites)
Overview
EWC code 17 08 01* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for gypsum-based construction materials contaminated with dangerous substances. It sits in subchapter 17 08 of Chapter 17, covering gypsum-based construction material.
17 08 01* is the hazardous entry of a mirror pair, marked with an asterisk (*). It applies when 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.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 17 08 01* hazardous waste?
Yes. 17 08 01* is a hazardous ("mirror") entry, marked with an asterisk (*). It applies when the waste contains dangerous substances above the relevant thresholds (its non-hazardous counterpart is 17 08 02).
How do I dispose of 17 08 01*?
As hazardous waste, 17 08 01* 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.