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Shredder residues

Read our position statement on shredder residues

Our position statement

We will accept the classification of residues from shredding facilities as non-hazardous waste where:

  • the residues have arisen exclusively from depolluted End-of-Life
  • vehicles (ELVs) and other non-hazardous feedstock; and
  • this is demonstrated in a waste transfer note.

This applies only for the purpose of the Landfill Regulations and the general duty of care.

From time-to-time we'll review this statement, in consultation with the relevant trade associations, Government departments and devolved administrations.