5. How do you classify waste?
5.1 If the composition of the waste is known
When the composition of a waste is known, the usual ADR rules apply.
Waste containing a single material is classified in the same way as the original product, provided its hazard characteristics remain the same.
Example: acetone became waste: UN1090 WASTE Acetone, 3, II, (D/E).
Empty uncleaned packagings are considered as full packagings and classified in the same way. Only their official designation changes, in accordance with § 5.4.1.1.6.2.1.
Example: soiled paint cans (UN1263 PAINTS, 3, II, [D/E]): EMPTY PACKAGING, 3.
Wastes containing several materials are assigned to the collective N.S.A. (not otherwise specified)...
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