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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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Chemical reference

METHYLACETOACETATE

ICSC 1086 · CAS 105-45-3

Formula: C5H8O3

Acetoacetic acid methyl ester; Butanoic acid, 3-oxo-, methyl ester; 1-Methoxybutane-1,3-dione

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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METHYLAL

ICSC 1152 · CAS 109-87-5

Formula: C3H8O2/CH2-(OCH3)2

Dimethoxymethane; Formal; Formaldehyde dimethylacetal; Methylene dimethylether

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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METHYLAMINE

ICSC 0178 · CAS 74-89-5

Formula: CH5N/CH3NH2

Methanamine; Aminomethane; Monomethylamine

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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METHYLAMINE (40% aqueous solution)

ICSC 1483 · CAS 74-89-5

Formula: CH5N/CH3NH2

Methanamine; Aminomethane; Monomethylamine

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
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  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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METHYLARSONIC ACID

ICSC 0755 · CAS 124-58-3

Formula: CH3AsO(OH)2/CH5AsO3

Methanearsonic acid; Monomethylarsinic acid; MMA; Monomethylarsonate

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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METHYLCHLOROSILANE

ICSC 1587 · CAS 993-00-0

Formula: CH5ClSi

Chloro(methyl) silane

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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
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  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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METHYLCYCLOHEXANE

ICSC 0923 · CAS 108-87-2

Formula: C7H14/C6H11CH3

Hexahydrotoluene; Cyclohexylmethane

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
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  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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METHYLCYCLOHEXANOL (MIXED ISOMERS)

ICSC 0292 · CAS 25639-42-3

Formula: C7H14O

Hexahydromethylphenol; Hexahydrocresol

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
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  • Waste assessment also depends on quantity, container condition, process history, mixing and contamination.

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METHYLCYCLOPENTADIENYL MANGANESE TRICARBONYL

ICSC 1169 · CAS 12108-13-3

Formula: C9H7MnO3

MMT

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

METHYLDIBROMOGLUTARONITRILE

ICSC 1546 · CAS 35691-65-7

Formula: C6H6Br2N2

Glutaronitrile, 2-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-; 1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane; 2-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)pentanedinitrile

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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METHYLDICHLOROSILANE

ICSC 0297 · CAS 75-54-7

Formula: CH4Cl2Si/CH3SiHCl2

Dichloromethylsilane; Monomethyldichlorosilane

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

METHYLENE BIS(THIOCYANATE)

ICSC 1287 · CAS 6317-18-6

Formula: C3H2N2S2/SCNCH2SCN

Thiocyanic acid, methylene ester; Methylene dithiocyanate

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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METHYLENE BISPHENYL ISOCYANATE

ICSC 0298 · CAS 101-68-8

Formula: C15H10N2O2/OCNC6H4CH2C6H4NCO

Diphenylmethane-4.4'-diisocyanate; bis(1,4-Isocyanatophenyl)methane; MDI; 4,4'-Methylenediphenyldiisocyanate

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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METHYLHEXAHYDROPHTHALIC ACID ANHYDRIDE

ICSC 1644 · CAS 25550-51-0

Formula: C9H12O3

MHHPA; Hexahydromethylphthalic acid anhydride; 1,3-Isobenzofurandione, hexahydromethyl-

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

methylmercuric chloride

CAS 115-09-3 · GB MCL 080-012-00-0 · EC 204-064-2

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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HSE chemical reference

methylneodecanamide

CAS 105726-67-8 · GB MCL 616-122-00-8 · EC 414-460-9

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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Chemical reference

METHYLTETRAHYDROPHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE

ICSC 1645 · CAS 26590-20-5

Formula: C9H10O3

MTHPA; Tetrahydromethyl-1,3-isobenzofuranedione; 1,2,3,6-tetrahydromethylphthalic anhydride; 1,3-Isobenzofurandione, 3a,4,7,7a-tetrahydromethyl-

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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METHYLTRICHLOROSILANE

ICSC 0301 · CAS 75-79-6

Formula: CH3SiCl3

Trichloromethylsilane

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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

methyltriphenylphosphonium chloride

CAS 1031-15-8 · GB MCL 017-016-00-9 · EC 418-400-2

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

METOLACHLOR

ICSC 1360 · CAS 51218-45-2

Formula: C15H22ClNO2

2-Chloro-6'-ethyl-N-(2-methoxy-1-methylethyl)aceto-o-toluidide; 2-Chloro-N-(2-ethyl-6-methylphenyl)-N-(2-methoxy-1-methylethyl)acetamide

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

metolcarb (ISO); m-tolyl methylcarbamate; MTMC

CAS 1129-41-5 · GB MCL 006-056-00-2 · EC 214-446-0

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

metosulam (ISO); N-(2,6-dichloro- 3-methylphenyl)-5,7-dimethoxy[ 1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-a] pyrimidine-2-sulfonamide

CAS 139528-85-1 · GB MCL 616-214-00-8 · EC —

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

metoxuron (ISO); 3-(3-chloro-4-methoxyphenyl)-1,1-dimethylurea

CAS 19937-59-8 · GB MCL 006-033-00-7 · EC 243-433-2

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

METRIBUZIN

ICSC 0516 · CAS 21087-64-9

Formula: C8H14N4OS

4-Amino-6-tert-butyl-3-methylthio-as-triazin-5-one; 4-Amino-6-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-3-(methylthio)-1,2,4-triazin-5(4H)-one

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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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