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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
When disposing of universal waste, follow the instructions on the Web sites below, which contain descriptions of the commodities addressed, as well as the handling and disposal requirements from the relevant sections of 40 CFR part 273:
(a) Batteries. http://www.epa.gov/osw/hazard/wastetypes/universal/batteries.htm;
(b) Pesticides. http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/wastetypes/universal/pesticides.htm;
(c) Mercury-containing equipment. http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/wastetypes/universal/mce.htm; and
(d) Mercury-containing light bulbs (such as fluorescent bulbs). http://www.epa.gov/osw/hazard/wastetypes/universal/lamps/index.htm.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 41. Public Contracts and Property Management § 41.102–40.230 How do we handle universal waste(s) (UWs)? - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-41-public-contracts-and-property-management/cfr-sect-41-102-40-230/
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