European Waste Catalogue (EWC) Code

16 02 09* – transformers and capacitors containing PCBs

Chapter

16

wastes not otherwise specified in the list

Sub-Chapter

16 02

wastes from electrical and electronic equipment

Individual Entry

EWC Code

16 02 09*

Description

transformers and capacitors containing PCBs

Entry Type

Absolute Hazardous

* Signifies Hazardous Waste

EWC Code: 16 02 09* - transformers and capacitors containing PCBs. Type: Absolute Hazardous. Image by Dsposal

Absolute Hazardous - A waste that falls under an absolute hazardous entry is always hazardous. If that waste has no hazardous properties the absolute hazardous entry still applies. The law does not allow another entry to be applied to that waste.

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8 Waste Descriptions
Transformer Containing PCB Transformer Containing Polychlorinated Biphenyl Capacitor Containing PCB Transformer Containing PCT Capacitor Containing PCT Capacitor Containing Polychlorinated Biphenyl Transformer Containing Polychlorinated Terphenyl Capacitor Containing Polychlorinated Terphenyl