EWC 17 02 02
Glass
About 17 02 02
Glass from construction and demolition. Includes window glass and glazing.
- Chapter
- 17 · Construction and Demolition Wastes (including Excavated Soil from Contaminated Sites)
- Sub-chapter
- 17 02 · Wood, glass and plastic
- Classification
- Non-hazardous. Use a standard waste transfer note and keep it for 2 years.
- Recyclability
- Partially recyclable: Flat glass from windows can be recycled into new glass or fibreglass, though C&D flat glass recycling rates are lower than container glass. Toughened/laminated glass is harder to recycle
Handling: Segregate by wood grade (WRA A-D) — treated wood must not go to standard biomass