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20 01 36
Non-hazardous

Discarded electrical and electronic equipment other than those mentioned in 20 01 21, 20 01 23 and 20 01 35

Chapter 20: Municipal wastes (household waste and similar commercial, industrial and institutional wastes) including separately collected fractions

Overview

EWC code 20 01 36 is the European Waste Catalogue classification for discarded electrical and electronic equipment other than those mentioned in 20 01 21, 20 01 23 and 20 01 35. It sits in subchapter 20 01 of Chapter 20, covering wastes from households (domestic waste).

20 01 36 is an absolute non-hazardous entry, which means it is classified as non-hazardous in every case and does not require a hazardous-properties assessment.

Common Examples

  • Small appliances
  • Kettles
  • Toasters
  • Non-CRT TVs
  • Radios

Classification Guidance

Household WEEE without specific hazardous components.

Frequently asked questions

Is EWC code 20 01 36 hazardous waste?

No. 20 01 36 is an absolute non-hazardous entry, so it is non-hazardous in all cases and needs no hazard assessment.

What paperwork do I need for 20 01 36?

As non-hazardous waste, 20 01 36 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.

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Code Details

Chapter
20 - Municipal wastes (household waste and similar commercial, industrial and institutional wastes) including separately collected fractions
Subchapter
20 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.