18 02 06Chemicals other than those mentioned in 18 02 05
Chapter 18: Wastes from human or animal health care and/or related research (except kitchen and restaurant wastes not arising from immediate health care)
Overview
EWC code 18 02 06 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for chemicals other than those mentioned in 18 02 05. It sits in subchapter 18 02 of Chapter 18, covering wastes from research, diagnosis, treatment or prevention of disease involving animals.
18 02 06 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.
Related Codes in This Subchapter
18 02 01Sharps (except 18 02 02)
18 02 02*Wastes whose collection and disposal is subject to special requirements in order to prevent infection
18 02 03Wastes whose collection and disposal is not subject to special requirements in order to prevent infection
18 02 05*Chemicals consisting of or containing dangerous substances
18 02 07*Cytotoxic and cytostatic medicines
Frequently asked questions
Is EWC code 18 02 06 hazardous waste?
Not necessarily. 18 02 06 is the non-hazardous half of a mirror pair (paired with 18 02 05*). 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 18 02 06?
Where assessment confirms it is non-hazardous, 18 02 06 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.