EWC Code 19 12 07

European Waste Catalogue (EWC) Code 19 12 07 describes waste that as wood other than that mentioned in 19 12 06 and is classed as a Mirror Non-hazardous code.

EWC Code

19 12 07

Description

wood other than that mentioned in 19 12 06

Entry Type

Mirror Non-hazardous

Some wastes are not automatically hazardous or non-hazardous - they are called mirror entry wastes. These wastes have a hazardous waste entry (or entries) marked with an asterisk (*), and an alternative non-hazardous waste entry (or entries) not marked with an asterisk

An EWC Code is a six-digit code used to identify waste as listed in the European Waste Catalogue. It is formatted as three pairs of numbers, for example 12 34 56. It identifies and classifies waste into categories according to how these wastes have been produced. It adequately describes the waste being transported, handled or treated. It can also be referred as a LoW Code (List of Waste Code). Read "What is an EWC Code?" from more information.

Chapter

19

Description

wastes from waste management facilities, off-site waste water treatment plants and the preparation of water intended for human consumption and water for industrial use

Sub-Chapter

19 12

Description

wastes from the mechanical treatment of waste (for example sorting, crushing, compacting, pelletising) not otherwise specified

Examples of EWC Code 19 12 07

Wood From Reprocess Timber From Reprocess Mixed Wood