- EWC Codes
- Chapter 16
- 16 09 03
16 09 03Hazardous Waste
Peroxides, for example hydrogen peroxide
- Official Taxonomy Path
Chapter 16: Wastes not otherwise specified in the list
Sub-chapter 1609: Oxidising substances
- Entry Type
- Absolute hazardous
- What does this mean in practice?
- This is the official classification for peroxides, for example hydrogen peroxide. Because this is a hazardous waste (indicated by the asterisk in the official catalogue), it requires specialised handling, consignment notes, and cannot be mixed with general waste.
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