Hazardous waste disposal costs vary from one collection to the next. The price depends mainly on what the waste is, how much there is, how it is contained and where it is collected from. This article explains the main factors that affect hazardous waste disposal costs and the information we need to provide a quote.
What affects hazardous waste disposal costs?
The main factors are:
- The type of waste and its hazardous properties, as identified by its EWC (European Waste Catalogue) code.
- The quantity and the number of containers.
- The type of containers, such as drums, IBCs or small packs.
- The collection location and access on site.
- Whether the waste is transported as dangerous goods under ADR.
Classification and mixed waste
GOV.UK guidance on how to dispose of hazardous waste states that hazardous waste must not be mixed with other categories of waste unless an environmental permit allows it. The Environment Agency's Technical Guidance WM3 explains how each waste stream is classified. Accurate classification allows each waste stream to be quoted correctly.
Transport requirements
Where waste is also classed as dangerous goods, the Department for Transport's guidance on moving dangerous goods sets out the ADR requirements that apply in Great Britain. These requirements form part of the cost of transport.
Unknown waste
We cannot collect or accept unknown waste. Where a waste has not been identified, speak to our team with as much information as possible, such as where it came from and any original labels. If further identification is needed, and only if agreed, we can arrange a testing and analysis service. This is an additional service and is quoted separately.
What we need to quote
To quote for a collection, we require:
- a copy of the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) for each product or substance
- an assigned EWC code for each waste stream
- the quantity, container types and collection address
Speak to our team
For quotes on services such as chemical waste disposal, liquid waste disposal or IBC recycling, contact the Hazardous Disposal team with your SDS and EWC codes to hand.
This article is for general information only and does not constitute professional, legal or chemical advice. Waste producers are legally responsible for correctly classifying their waste. For guidance on your specific waste, please contact our team.