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Is my waste a Regulated Hazardous Waste?
Waste may be determined to be a Regulated Hazardous Waste if it: a) exhibits a hazardous characteristic, or, b) if it is a listed waste.
Listed Wastes
A waste is a Regulated Hazardous Waste if it is found on any of four lists found in the Code of Federal Regulations (40 CFR 261.31. 261.32 or 261.33) . These lists include specific commercial chemicals, waste from specific listed procedures, and waste of specific types.
Characteristic Wastes
A waste not specifically listed may still be a Regulated Hazardous Waste if it exhibits any of the following characteristics:
1. Ignitability
2. Corrosivity
3. Reactivity
4. Toxicity
