EWC Code

15 01 11metallic packaging containing a hazardous solid porous matrix (for example asbestos), including empty pressure containers

This is a code under chapter 15 01 — Packaging (including separately collected municipal packaging waste) of the UK European Waste Catalogue, used on waste transfer notes to classify the type of waste being transferred.

Code

15 01 11

Chapter

15 01

Description

metallic packaging containing a hazardous solid porous matrix (for example asbestos), including empty pressure containers

Chapter description

Packaging (including separately collected municipal packaging waste)

Entry type

Absolute hazardous

Classification

Hazardous. Requires a Hazardous Waste Consignment Note (HWCN), not a standard Waste Transfer Note. Additional record-keeping applies under the Hazardous Waste Regulations 2005.