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4,476 reference records · 8 detailed guides

This index brings together chemical identities from the ILO / WHO International Chemical Safety Cards and the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the names, identifiers and available formulae to compare a product label, safety data sheet or waste inventory with the source record. Separate source entries may describe different forms or concentrations of the same substance. A match confirms only the source identity; it does not establish the composition of the waste, collection availability or a suitable treatment route. HSE identity information contains Crown copyright material reproduced under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

The detailed guides explain properties and waste-assessment points for particular chemicals. A chemical name or CAS number does not, on its own, establish a List of Waste code, packaging requirement, transport classification or receiving-facility acceptance.

Using chemical identity in a waste assessment

Identity is one part of the waste description. Concentration, process history, contamination and container condition can change the assessment even when the original product is known.

  • Identity: product name, CAS or EC number and the supplier safety data sheet.
  • Waste status: unused stock, spent process material, mixture or contaminated packaging.
  • Quantity and condition: amount, concentration, container sizes and container condition.
  • Process history: how the waste arose, including known additions, contaminants or any available analysis.
Source references and waste guidance

These sources cover chemical identity, safety data sheets and waste classification. Each has its own scope; none of them confirms that a particular waste load will be accepted by a receiving facility.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl isothiocyanate

CAS 556-61-6 · GB MCL 615-002-00-2 · EC 209-132-5

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL MERCAPTAN

ICSC 0299 · CAS 74-93-1

Formula: CH3SH

Methanethiol; Mercaptomethane; Methyl sulfhydrate; Thiomethanol

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL METHACRYLATE

ICSC 0300 · CAS 80-62-6

Formula: CH2C(CH3)COOCH3/C5H8O2

Methacrylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-methylpropenoate

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl N-(isopropoxycarbonyl)-L-valyl-(3RS)-3-(4-chlorophenyl)-β-alaninate; valifenalate

CAS 283159-90-0 · GB MCL 607-762-00-9

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl N-(phenoxycarbonyl)-L-valinate

CAS 153441-77-1 · GB MCL 607-402-00-0 · EC 414-500-5

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl N-[3-acetylamino)-4-(2-cyano-4-nitrophenylazo)phenyl]-N-[(1-methoxy)acetyl]glycinate

CAS 149850-30-6 · GB MCL 611-096-00-4 · EC 413-040-2

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL n-AMYL KETONE

ICSC 0920 · CAS 110-43-0

Formula: C7H14O/CH3(CH2)4COCH3

2-Heptanone; Amyl methyl ketone; Methyl pentyl ketone

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl O-(4-amino-3,5-dichloro-6-fluoropyridin-2-yloxy)acetate

CAS 69184-17-4 · GB MCL 607-351-00-4 · EC 407-550-4

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL PARATHION

ICSC 0626 · CAS 298-00-0

Formula: C8H10NO5PS

O,O-Dimethyl O-4-nitrophenyl phosphorothioate; O,O-Dimethyl-p-nitrophenylthionophosphate; Phosphorothioic acid, O,O-dimethyl O-(4-nitrophenyl) ester

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL PROPIONATE

ICSC 1029 · CAS 554-12-1

Formula: C4H8O2/C2H5COOCH3

Propanoic acid, methyl ester

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL PROPYL KETONE

ICSC 0816 · CAS 107-87-9

Formula: C5H10O/CH3(CH2)2COCH3

2-Pentanone; Ethyl acetone; MPK

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL SALICYLATE

ICSC 1505 · CAS 119-36-8

Formula: C8H8O3

Birch oil; Wintergreen oil; Methyl-2-hydroxybenzoate; 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)phenol; o-Hydroxybenzoic acid, methyl ester; Salicylic acid, methyl ester

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL SILICATE

ICSC 1188 · CAS 681-84-5

Formula: C4H12O4Si/(CH3O)4Si

Tetramethyl silicate; Tetramethyl orthosilicate; Tetramethoxy silane

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL TERT-BUTYL ETHER

ICSC 1164 · CAS 1634-04-4

Formula: (CH3)3COCH3/C5H12O

tert-Butyl methyl ether; MTBE; Methyl-1,1-dimethylethyl ether; 2-Methoxy-2-methyl propane

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl tetrahydro-2-furancarboxylate

CAS 37443-42-8 · GB MCL 607-439-00-2 · EC 420-670-1

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl vinyl ether

CAS 107-25-5 · GB MCL 603-021-00-9 · EC 203-475-4

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Chemical reference

METHYL VINYL KETONE

ICSC 1495 · CAS 78-94-4

Formula: C4H6O

3-Buten-2-one; Methylene acetone

ILO / WHO chemical safety card

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl α-((4,6-dimethoxypyrimidin-2-yl)ureidosulphonyl)-o-toluate

CAS 83055-99-6 · GB MCL 607-178-00-4 · EC 401-340-6

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl-1H-benzotriazole

CAS 29385-43-1 · GB MCL 613-351-00-5 · EC 249-596-6

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl-2-[(aminosulfonyl)methyl]benzoate

CAS 112941-26-1 · GB MCL 607-438-00-7 · EC 419-010-5

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl-2,3,5,6-tetrachloro-4-pyridylsulphone; 2,3,5,6-tetrachloro-4-(methylsulphonyl)pyridine

CAS 13108-52-6 · GB MCL 613-032-00-0 · EC 236-035-5

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl-3-methoxyacrylate

CAS 5788-17-0 · GB MCL 607-363-00-X · EC 412-900-4

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl-5-nitrophenyl-guanidine

CAS 152460-07-6 · GB MCL 613-311-00-7 · EC 435-500-1

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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HSE chemical reference

methyl-ONN-azoxymethyl acetate; methyl azoxy methyl acetate

CAS 592-62-1 · GB MCL 611-004-00-2 · EC 209-765-7

Reference entry from the HSE GB mandatory classification and labelling list. Use the listed chemical name and identifiers to compare with the product label and supplier safety data sheet. The reference identifies the substance; it does not classify a waste stream.

HSE: GB chemical identity source

Identity reference only. The source helps identify the substance; it does not establish the composition or classification of a waste stream, or whether it will be accepted for treatment.

Reference notes and technical facts
  • Check the product label and supplier safety data sheet for the substance identity, concentration and formulation.
  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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Published by Chemical Waste Disposal. Sources checked 12 September 2026. Editorial policy.

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