Waste organic solvents

CPC v2.1 Code: 3994

About waste organic solvents

cpc code 3994 covers the industry of waste organic solvents. Organic solvents are widely used in various manufacturing processes, from cleaning and degreasing to chemical synthesis. The proper handling and disposal of these waste solvents is crucial for environmental protection and worker safety. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy by ensuring the safe and responsible management of hazardous waste materials.

Production process

The main production techniques in the waste organic solvents industry involve the collection, transportation, and treatment of used solvents. This typically includes the separation of different solvent types, the removal of contaminants, and the recovery or disposal of the waste materials. Advanced techniques such as distillation, evaporation, and chemical treatment may be employed to recycle or safely dispose of the solvents.

Production inputs

The primary inputs for the waste organic solvents industry include the used solvents themselves, which are collected from various industrial and commercial sources. Additionally, the industry requires specialized equipment and infrastructure for the handling, transportation, and treatment of the waste materials. This may include storage tanks, transportation vehicles, and treatment facilities equipped with the necessary technology and safety measures.

Production outputs

The main outputs of the waste organic solvents industry are the recovered and treated solvents, which can be reused or safely disposed of. The industry may also produce other byproducts, such as hazardous waste that requires specialized disposal. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by 3995 Waste inorganic chemicals, 3996 Waste radioactive materials, and 3997 Waste miscellaneous materials industries, which are responsible for the comprehensive management of various types of hazardous waste.

Family tree for waste organic solvents

    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/v2-1/3994'>3994: Waste organic solvents</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3991'>3991: Municipal waste</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3992'>3992: Sewage sludge</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3993'>3993: Clinical waste, including pharmaceutical waste</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3995'>3995: Wastes from chemical or allied industries</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3999'>3999: Other wastes n.e.c.</a>"]

    D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/39940'>39940: Waste organic solvents</a>"]


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