Nicotine is a chemical on the discarded chemicals list). When a product with nicotine, or a nicotine salt, as the sole-active ingredient is discarded or not used for its intended purpose, it is a RCRA hazardous waste with a listed waste code of P075.
Nicotine products include:
Nicotine Oil
Patches
Gum and lozenges
Inhalers
Sprays
Pharmaceutical products that contain nicotine, or any salts of nicotine, and another active ingredient are not P075 RCRA listed waste, but would likely be State-only dangerous waste for toxicity. The designation and management described on this page is intended for hospitals.
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