Concept information

waste > type of waste > hazardous waste

Preferred term

hazardous waste  

Definition

  • Any waste or combination of wastes with the potential to damage human health, living organisms or the environment. Hazardous wastes usually require special handling and disposal procedures which are regulated by national and international laws.

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URI

http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/3858

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