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19 11 05*
Mirror hazardous

Sludges from on-site effluent treatment containing hazardous substances

Chapter 19: Wastes from waste management facilities, off-site waste water treatment plants and the preparation of water intended for human consumption and water for industrial use

Overview

EWC code 19 11 05* is the European Waste Catalogue classification for sludges from on-site effluent treatment containing hazardous substances. It sits in subchapter 19 11 of Chapter 19, covering wastes from oil regeneration.

19 11 05* 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.

Frequently asked questions

Is EWC code 19 11 05* hazardous waste?

Yes. 19 11 05* 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 19 11 06).

How do I dispose of 19 11 05*?

As hazardous waste, 19 11 05* 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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Code Details

Chapter
19 - Wastes from waste management facilities, off-site waste water treatment plants and the preparation of water intended for human consumption and water for industrial use
Subchapter
19 11
Classification
Hazardous
Mirror Code
19 11 06

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