EN 12461:1998

Biotechnology - Large scale process and production - Guidance for the handling, inactivating and testing of waste

Publication date:   Oct 23, 2003

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90.93 Standard confirmed   Apr 11, 2022

CEN

CEN/TC 233 Biotechnology

European Norm

07.080   Biology. Botany. Zoology | 13.030.01   Wastes in general

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Scope

This European Standard gives guidance on the assessment and the selection of procedures for treatment of waste process microorganisms from biotechnological plant to ensure the safety of people and environment. This European Standard applies to wastes and effluents (solid, liquid and gaseous) emitted from biotechnological processes which include traditional processes such as brewing or food processing, fermentation of pharmaceutical and chemical products as well as biotechnological processes for environmental and agricultural application.

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EN 12461:1998
90.93 Standard confirmed
Apr 11, 2022