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Document ID (ISN)106605
CIS number 07-663
ISBN(s) 92-1-348119-5
Year 2006
Convention or series no.
Title Safety guide to the management, storage and disposal of chemicals used for producing illicit drugs
Original title Guía de seguridad para el manejo y la eliminación de los químicos utilizados en la fabricación ilícita de drogas [in Spanish]
Bibliographic information United Nations, Sales Section, New York, USA, 2006. 89p. Illus. Bibl.ref.
Internet access http://www.unodc.org/pdf/publications/st-nar-36_es.pdf [in Spanish]
Abstract The safe management, storage and disposal of chemical products and residues seized in clandestine drug laboratories constitute problems for the authorities involved. This safety guide aimed at these authorities describes the various methods available for the disposal of specific substances used for the manufacture of illegal drugs.
Descriptors (primary) disposal of harmful waste; chemical products; UN
Descriptors (secondary) legal aspects; heroin; cocaine; safety guides; neutralization; safe working methods; glossary; amphetamine
Document type E - Books, reports, proceedings
Country / State or ProvinceUN
Subject(s) Toxic and dangerous substances
Broad subject area(s) Chemical safety
Browse category(ies) Waste collection and disposal