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EnvironmentSEMARNAT

NOM-052-SEMARNAT-2005

Hazardous waste characteristics and CRETIB listing

Establishes characteristics, identification procedures, classification, and listing of hazardous waste (CRETIB: Corrosive, Reactive, Explosive, Toxic, Flammable, Biologically infectious).

Last updated: 2024-03-10

Applicable products

Industrial chemicalsSolventsBatteries and accumulatorsElectronic wasteUsed oilsToxic substances

Related tariff chapters

Chapter 28Chapter 29Chapter 38

Requirements

  • CRETIB waste identification
  • Hazardous waste manifest
  • Waste management plan
  • Registration as hazardous waste generator with SEMARNAT
  • Authorized transporter

Compliance steps

1

Classify the waste

Determine if the product or material is hazardous waste through CRETIB testing.

2

Register as generator

Register with SEMARNAT as a hazardous waste generator if applicable.

3

Management plan

Develop and implement a hazardous waste management plan.

4

Import authorization

Obtain SEMARNAT authorization for importing materials classified as hazardous.

5

Safe transport and handling

Use authorized transporters and comply with safe handling provisions.

Penalties for non-compliance

Fines up to 50,000 UMA, temporary or permanent closure, criminal liability for environmental damage, remediation costs.

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