RENTRI Clarifies Asterisk Use in Hazardous Waste Codes
RENTRI has officially clarified the use of the asterisk (*) next to hazardous waste codes (CER), confirming it is not mandatory for waste documentation, notably the Waste Identification Form (FIR). This announcement aims to dispel recent confusion and ensure smooth compliance for businesses in waste management.
Key clarifications:
- Visual Aid, Not Legal Requirement: The asterisk serves solely as a graphical tool to identify hazardous waste but is not a legal requirement for classifying waste. Hazardous waste is determined by its chemical and physical properties, not by the presence of the symbol.
- Regulatory compliance: Neither national nor European regulations mandate the inclusion of the asterisk in official documents like the FIR. The Italian D.Lgs. 152/2006 and other relevant legal frameworks confirm this.
- Official Statement from RENTRI: RENTRI’s official support has reaffirmed that current guidelines and XSD schemes for document compilation do not require the asterisk character to indicate waste hazardousness.
Why this matters
For waste management companies, environmental consultants, and waste producers, this clarification means FIRs without an asterisk are compliant and cannot be rejected on these grounds. Businesses can focus on meeting legal requirements for waste management without unnecessary procedural concerns.
By addressing this misconception definitively, RENTRI simplifies compliance processes and reduces ambiguity for industry stakeholders.
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