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17 09 04
Mirror non-hazardous

Mixed construction and demolition wastes other than those mentioned in 17 09 01, 17 09 02 and 17 09 03

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

Overview

EWC code 17 09 04 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for mixed construction and demolition wastes other than those mentioned in 17 09 01, 17 09 02 and 17 09 03. It sits in subchapter 17 09 of Chapter 17, covering other construction and demolition wastes.

17 09 04 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

  • Mixed skip waste from demolition/construction containing various non-hazardous materials

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.

Classification Guidance

Clean, mixed construction and demolition waste. Key question: Has this mixed waste been checked for asbestos, lead paint, or other hazardous materials?

Frequently asked questions

Is EWC code 17 09 04 hazardous waste?

Not necessarily. 17 09 04 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 17 09 01*). 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 09 04?

Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 17 09 04 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 09
Classification
Non-hazardous

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