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European Waste Catalogue

EWC Code for Antifreeze

Most common code16 01 14* Hazardous entry

Antifreeze containing hazardous substances is 16 01 14; uncontaminated glycol coolant is 16 01 15. Most used automotive coolant is consigned as 16 01 14.

Also searched as: coolant, glycol, engine coolant

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PrimarySteel Scrap Recovery
PrimaryCatalytic Converter PGM Smelting
SecondaryComponent Reuse (ATF Parts)

~8–9 million vehicles/year EU · €100–600/tonne (steel scrap; catalytic converter PGMs premium)

Primary buyers include Dismantling of wrecks and Manufacture of basic iron and steel.

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The European Waste Catalogue codes waste by the process it arises from, not just the material. Pick the row that matches where your antifreeze is generated — each code links to its full classification, valorisation routes and receiving industries.

Source: EUR-Lex Commission Decision 2000/532/EC — European Waste Catalogue

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