EWC 17 06 04
Insulating materials other than those mentioned in 17 06 01 and 17 06 03
About 17 06 04
Insulation materials not containing asbestos or hazardous substances.
- Chapter
- 17 · Construction and Demolition Wastes (including Excavated Soil from Contaminated Sites)
- Sub-chapter
- 17 06 · Insulation materials and asbestos-containing construction materials
- Classification
- Non-hazardous. Use a standard waste transfer note and keep it for 2 years.
- Recyclability
- Partially recyclable: Clean mineral wool and rigid insulation can sometimes be recycled
Mirror entry: assess the waste
17 06 04 is one half of a mirror pair. Whether the waste is hazardous depends on what it contains, so assess it against EA guidance WM3 before choosing the code.
Handling: Asbestos — licensed removal contractor required, double-bagged