Hazardous Property (HP) Codes
Waste is considered hazardous if it displays one or more of the hazardous properties listed below. These codes (HP 1 to HP 15) must be included on hazardous waste consignment notes.
Explosive
Waste that can cause dangerous chemical reactions, producing gas that can damage surroundings (e.g., pyrotechnic or self-reactive waste).
Toxic for Reproduction
Waste that can negatively affect reproductive health or harm offspring development.
Mutagenic
Waste that can cause permanent changes in genetic material (mutations).
Produces toxic gases in contact with water, air or acid
Waste that releases toxic gases when in contact with water or acids.
Sensitising
Waste that contains substances that can cause allergic reactions, affecting the skin or respiratory system.
Ecotoxic
Waste that poses risks to the environment, potentially affecting ecosystems.
(capable of exhibiting a hazardous property HP 1 - HP 14, not directly displayed by the original waste)
Waste that could show any of the hazardous properties HP 1 - HP 14, even if not originally present.
Oxidizing
Waste that can provide oxygen, causing or contributing to the combustion of other materials.
Flammable
Waste that is easily ignited, including liquids with a flashpoint below 60°C, flammable gases, or solid waste that ignites through friction.
Irritant
Waste that can cause skin irritation or damage to the eyes upon contact.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity/Aspiration Toxicity
Waste that can harm specific organs through repeated exposure or cause toxic effects when inhaled or absorbed.
Acute Toxicity
Waste that can cause severe health effects when ingested, inhaled, or through skin contact.
Carcinogenic
Waste that can cause cancer or increase the risk of cancer.
Corrosive
Waste that can cause severe skin corrosion upon contact.
Infectious
Waste containing microorganisms or toxins that can cause disease in humans or animals.
(contains regulated persistent POPs at concentrations exceeding the legal limits)
Waste that contains regulated persistent organic pollutants (POPs) at concentrations exceeding the legal limits set out in Annex IV of the POPs Regulation, and is therefore classified as hazardous.