Hazardous waste
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Alkaline inorganic waste

YES PLEASE

  • Lye/sodium hydroxide
  • Ammonia
  • Plumbo, drain cleaner and other alkaline inorganic waste

NO THANKS

  • Inorganic acids
  • Organic bases
Classification

Waste code: 7132

Suggested EWC codes: 160507 (Inorganic alkaline waste, mixtures) 160506 (Laboratory chemicals) 060203 (Ammonia)

Hazard class: 8

Packing group: II

UN no.: 3262 (Solid inorganic alkaline waste, mixtures) 3266 (Liquid inorganic alkaline waste, mixtures) 2672 (Ammonia) 1823 (Solid sodium hydroxide/caustic soda) 1824 (Liquid sodium hydroxide/caustic soda)

*Several waste types fall within the inorganic bases fraction. Determine the correct classification for your waste using the safety data sheet or contact SAR for advice.

Packaging and shipping

Inorganic bases must be sent in approved packaging. Plastic packaging should be used due to corrosive properties in contact with various metals and other materials.

Recycling and processing

Neutralised at an approved plant and landfilled.

Requirements and criteria

The waste must be delivered in UN-approved packaging.

If a data sheet is available, it must be attached to the declaration.

A SAR employee inspecting a waste facility
GLossary

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