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CCA-impregnated wood

YES PLEASE

  • All types of wood impregnated with copper, chromium and arsenic (CCA). Examples include lamp posts without creosote, fence posts and decking boards.

NO THANKS

  • Creosote-impregnated wood
  • Other wood and clean wood, metal fittings and cement residues
Classification

Waste code: 7098

Suggested EWC codes: 170204

Hazard class: Not subject to IMDG/ADR

Packing group: Not subject to IMDG/ADR

UN no.: Not subject to IMDG/ADR

Packaging and shipping

Impregnated wood is sent in containers.

Recycling and processing

Impregnated wood is used for energy recovery.

Requirements and criteria

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

Ordinary waste
Hazardous-waste
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