Industry guidance for assessing whether packaging to be taken offsite is waste or not and if waste, whether it is waste packaging or not and whether it should be classified as hazardous or non-hazardous
This guidance was developed by trade associations representing companies operating in the chemicals supply chain that use packaging. The Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales and Scottish Environment Protection Agency have welcomed the development of this guidance and have agreed to its adoption in England, Wales and Scotland.
All reasonable steps have been taken to ensure that the information in this guidance is accurate. However, the information provided is for general guidance and information purposes only and may not be applicable to all individual circumstances. The authors make no representation or warranty that it is accurate, complete, up-to-date or error free. You should not rely on the information provided as if it were legal or professional advice and we recommend that you take such advice in relation to the information subject matter. All liability for loss or damage however arising from use of the information provided in this guidance is hereby excluded to the fullest extent permitted by law.
- Executive Summary
- Assessment and classification flow chart
- Definitions
- Assessment steps in detail
- Record keeping and verification
Annex 1: Waste Packaging Hazard Classification
Annex 2: List of Waste Codes for Waste Packaging
Annex 3: Waste Packaging Calculation Temple
Annex 4: Waste Packaging Calculation Temple - worked example
Industry Assessment and Classification of Packaging Waste
This guidance was developed by trade associations representing companies operating in the chemicals supply chain that use packaging. The Environment Agency, Natural Resources Wales and Scottish Environment Protection Agency have welcomed the development of this guidance and have agreed to its adoption in England, Wales and Scotland.
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