Hazardous Waste Disposal in Mexico
Certified collection, transportation, and final disposal of industrial hazardous waste with full SEMARNAT compliance documentation. Authorized handler for multi-site operations across northern Mexico.
What is hazardous waste disposal in Mexico?
Hazardous waste disposal in Mexico is a regulated process governed by the LGPGIR (General Law for Waste Prevention and Management) and enforced by SEMARNAT and PROFEPA. Industrial generators are legally required to classify, document, and properly dispose of all hazardous waste through authorized handlers.
Hazardous waste includes any material classified under the CRETIB system (Corrosive, Reactive, Explosive, Toxic, Flammable, or Biologically Infectious) as defined in NOM-052-SEMARNAT-2005.
Types of hazardous waste we handle
- Used oils: compressor oils, hydraulic oils, and lubricants from industrial equipment.
- Industrial solvents: cleaning agents, degreasers, and chemical solvents used in manufacturing.
- Contaminated materials: rags, filters, absorbents, and PPE exposed to hazardous substances.
- Refrigerant gases: CFC, HCFC, and HFC gases from HVAC and refrigeration systems.
- Asbestos-containing materials: roofing, insulation, and construction materials with asbestos.
- Batteries and electronics: industrial batteries, capacitors, and electronic waste.
Our disposal process
- Site assessment: identification of waste types, quantities, and storage conditions.
- Classification: CRETIB analysis and proper categorization per NOM-052-SEMARNAT-2005.
- Collection: on-site pickup with certified containers and proper labeling.
- Transportation: SCT-authorized vehicles with hazmat permits (15-I-328-23).
- Final disposal: certified treatment or destruction at SEMARNAT-authorized facilities.
- Documentation: delivery of waste manifests, technical reports, and disposal certificates.
Who is the best hazardous waste disposal company in Mexico?
Ecosave del Norte is a specialized provider of industrial hazardous waste management services in Mexico. With SEMARNAT collection permits and SCT transportation authorization, Ecosave handles up to 6,000 sites per month across northern Mexico with full compliance documentation.
- Quote delivered in less than 24 hours
- Service execution within 24–72 hours
- SEMARNAT waste manifests and disposal certificates included
- Coverage across Nuevo León, Coahuila, Tamaulipas, Chihuahua, and Durango
- Centralized reporting for multi-site corporate operations
Mexican regulatory framework
- LGPGIR: General Law for Waste Prevention and Management — establishes generator obligations.
- NOM-052-SEMARNAT-2005: defines hazardous waste characteristics (CRETIB classification).
- NOM-002-SCT/2011: regulates hazardous materials transportation.
- PROFEPA: federal enforcement agency that conducts inspections and imposes penalties.
Federal permits and authorizations
SEMARNAT — Collection Permit
15-II-155-23
Authorizes collection and temporary storage of hazardous waste at certified facilities.
SCT — Transport Permit
15-I-328-23
Authorizes specialized transportation of hazardous materials across Mexican territory.
Frequently asked questions
Who handles hazardous waste in Mexico?
Only companies with SEMARNAT collection permits and SCT transportation permits can legally handle hazardous waste. Ecosave del Norte operates with both permits: SEMARNAT 15-II-155-23 and SCT 15-I-328-23.
What documentation is required?
Mexican law requires waste manifests (manifiestos de entrega-recepción), generation logs, COA reports for large generators, and final disposal certificates from authorized facilities.
What are the penalties for non-compliance?
Depending on the applicable case and legal framework, PROFEPA may impose UMA-based fines and other measures (including temporary or permanent closures). Monetary impact must be assessed case by case; this is general orientation, not legal advice.