Pharmaceutical waste
CPC v2.1 Code: 39931
About pharmaceutical waste
cpc code 39931 covers the industry of pharmaceutical waste management. This industry plays a crucial role in the healthcare sector, ensuring the safe and responsible disposal of expired, unused, or contaminated pharmaceutical products. Proper pharmaceutical waste management is essential for protecting public health and the environment, as improper disposal can lead to the contamination of water sources and the spread of hazardous substances.
Production process
The main production techniques used in the pharmaceutical waste industry involve the collection, segregation, and treatment of various types of pharmaceutical waste. This includes the use of specialized containers, transportation, and treatment facilities to ensure the safe and compliant disposal of these materials. Incineration, autoclaving, and chemical treatment are common methods used to render pharmaceutical waste harmless before final disposal.
Production inputs
The key inputs required for the pharmaceutical waste industry include the collection and transportation infrastructure, treatment facilities, and specialized equipment such as incinerators and autoclaves. Additionally, the industry relies on a workforce trained in the handling and disposal of hazardous materials, as well as regulatory compliance and monitoring systems to ensure the safe management of pharmaceutical waste.
Production outputs
The main output of the pharmaceutical waste industry is the safe and responsible disposal of expired, unused, or contaminated pharmaceutical products. This helps to prevent the release of these substances into the environment and mitigate the potential risks to public health. The outputs of this industry may be consumed by 39930 Waste treatment and disposal, 38120 Manufacture of basic pharmaceutical products, and 38130 Manufacture of pharmaceutical preparations industries, which rely on the proper disposal of pharmaceutical waste.
Family tree for pharmaceutical waste
graph LR
A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3'>3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/39'>39: Wastes or scraps</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/399'>399: Other wastes and scraps</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3993'>3993: Clinical waste, including pharmaceutical waste</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/39931'>39931: Pharmaceutical waste</a>"]
D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/39939'>39939: Other clinical waste</a>"]
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