Treatment and disposal of hazardous waste

NACE v2.0 Code: E38.22

About treatment and disposal of hazardous waste

NACE code 38.22, 'Treatment and disposal of hazardous waste,' represents a critical industry within the broader waste management and remediation services sector. This industry plays a vital role in safeguarding public health and the environment by ensuring the proper handling, treatment, and disposal of materials that pose significant risks due to their hazardous properties. As industrial activities and technological advancements continue to evolve, the need for specialized waste management solutions has become increasingly important, making this industry a crucial component of the modern economy.

Production process

The treatment and disposal of hazardous waste involves a range of specialized techniques and processes. This may include physical, chemical, or biological treatment methods to neutralize, stabilize, or transform the waste into a less hazardous form. Common techniques used in this industry include incineration, solidification, vitrification, and chemical oxidation. Secure landfilling and underground injection are also employed for the final disposal of treated hazardous waste materials.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the treatment and disposal of hazardous waste include a variety of hazardous materials, such as industrial chemicals, medical waste, radioactive substances, and other potentially harmful substances. Additionally, this industry relies on specialized equipment, such as incinerators, solidification units, and waste transportation vehicles, as well as skilled personnel trained in the safe handling and management of hazardous materials.

Production outputs

The primary output of the hazardous waste treatment and disposal industry is the transformation of hazardous materials into a less harmful form, which can then be safely disposed of or recycled. The treated waste may be suitable for 38.21 Waste treatment and disposal or 38.32 Recovery of sorted materials operations. Additionally, the industry may produce secondary outputs, such as energy or other valuable resources, depending on the specific treatment methods employed.

Revisions to 38.22

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 38.22. The most recent 10 versions of this code (38.22) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 38.22 ( NACE v2.0).

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (38.22).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
3822ISIC v4.0Treatment and disposal of hazardous waste

Related CPC Codes

These CPC codes are related to this econ code: (38.22).

CPC code CPC Version CPC title
94321CPC v2.1Hazardous waste treatment services
94322CPC v2.1Hazardous waste disposal services

Family tree for treatment and disposal of hazardous waste

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/E/38'>38: Waste collection, treatment and disposal activities; materials recovery</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/E/38/2'>38.2: Waste treatment and disposal</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/E/38/22'>38.22: Treatment and disposal of hazardous waste</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/E/38/21'>38.21: Treatment and disposal of non-hazardous waste</a>"]

    

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