Hazardous (*)

EWC 03 02 04*

Inorganic wood preservatives

About 03 02 04*

Inorganic wood preservatives. Hazardous — includes boron and copper-based treatments.

Chapter
03 · Wastes from Wood Processing and the Production of Panels and Furniture, Pulp, Paper and Cardboard
Sub-chapter
03 02 · Wastes from wood preservation
Classification
Hazardous. Moves on a hazardous waste consignment note with a carrier and site permitted for it.
Recyclability
Specialist disposal: Wood preservatives make recycling difficult — specialist disposal needed

Handling: Contains biocides — handle as hazardous if contaminated

Use in a transfer note

Other codes in 03 02

  • 03 02 01*Non-halogenated organic wood preservatives
  • 03 02 02*Organochlorinated wood preservatives
  • 03 02 03*Organometallic wood preservatives
  • 03 02 05*Other wood preservatives containing dangerous substances
  • 03 02 99Wood preservatives not otherwise specified