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Chemicals and Waste

Definition(s)

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. (Source: GEMET/HMD / DEE / HMH)

Hierarchy

Broader: waste
Related terms:
toxic waste
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