Back to EWC Codes
18 01 04
Non-hazardous

Wastes whose collection and disposal is not subject to special requirements in order to prevent infection (e.g. dressings, plaster casts, linen, disposable clothing, diapers)

Chapter 18: Wastes from human or animal health care and/or related research (except kitchen and restaurant wastes not arising from immediate health care)

Common Examples

  • Dressings
  • Plaster casts
  • Linen
  • Disposable clothing
  • Diapers from non-infectious sources

Classification Guidance

Non-infectious clinical waste - dressings, PPE, incontinence waste from non-infectious patients.

Classify Your Waste

Not sure if this is the right code? Let our AI help you classify your waste.

Code Details

Chapter
18 - Wastes from human or animal health care and/or related research (except kitchen and restaurant wastes not arising from immediate health care)
Subchapter
18 01
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.