Ley 1252 de 2008 | Ley 1252 de 2008 — Colombia law | Esheria

Ley 1252 de 2008

This law sets prohibitions in environmental matters related to hazardous residues and waste, and announces other related provisions.

Jurisdiction
Colombia
Instrument
Act or statute
Citation
Ley 1252 de 2008
Version
Undated source snapshot
Language
es
Updated
Official source
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Statute overview

About this statute

This law sets prohibitions in environmental matters related to hazardous residues and waste, and announces other related provisions. This article states the law’s purpose: to regulate hazardous waste imports and exports in Colombia, protect human health and the environment, require cleaner production approaches, ensure proper disposal and responsible elimination of hazardous waste, and strengthen customs/port/free-zone infrastructure and sanctions. La norma fija principios para gestionar residuos peligrosos y ordena al Estado sancionar a quien intente ingresarlos bajo otra denominación. This article defines terms used for hazardous waste, radioactive waste, and related management concepts. Se prohíbe introducir, importar o traficar residuos o desechos peligrosos al territorio nacional, y también disponer o recibirlos finalmente en rellenos sanitarios que no tengan capacidad o condiciones físicas y técnicas adecuadas.

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