Medical and Pharmaceutical Hazardous Waste Management

1. Cytotoxic Waste from Healthcare Facilities

TOXIMEC SAL partners with hospitals and healthcare providers across Lebanon to ensure the safe and compliant management of cytotoxic and cytostatic waste. Our comprehensive services include:
• On-site identification, segregation, and classification of cytotoxic waste
• Management of contaminated materials such as:
o IV tubing, infusion sets, and chemotherapy drug residues
o PPE (gloves, gowns, masks), syringes, and needles
o Chemotherapy drug vials, ampoules, and infusion bags
o Expired or partially used cytotoxic medications
• Packing in UN-approved containers and labeling in accordance with IMO Class 6.1 / 6.2 standards
• Temporary secure storage under monitored environmental conditions
• Waste collection and tracking through a fully traceable, compliant logistics chain
• Full adherence to Lebanese Ministry of Environment (MoE) and international regulations

2. Expired and Rejected Pharmaceutical Waste
TOXIMEC SAL supports pharmaceutical manufacturers, importers, and distributors in the responsible management of hazardous medicinal waste. Our scope of work includes:
• Waste audits and inventory verification of expired, recalled, or damaged pharmaceuticals
• Classification of hazardous medicinal waste (e.g., UN3249 for solids, UN1851 for liquids)
• Packing and labeling in compliance with ADR and IMDG transport regulations
• Repacking of unusable stock from pharmacies, hospitals, or warehouses into certified export containers
• Risk mitigation strategies to reduce environmental liability for waste generators
• Comprehensive documentation and regulatory reporting

3. Export to Certified European Incineration Facilities
TOXIMEC SAL facilitates the international export of hazardous medical and pharmaceutical waste to licensed incinerators in France, Germany, and other EU countries. This process is conducted under strict administrative and legal controls, including:
• Preparation and submission of the full Transfrontier Shipment (TFS) notification file
• Coordination of all annexes, permits, and movement documents with relevant authorities
• Door-to-door logistics chain managed under ADR and IMDG rules, including port operations
• Public and environmental liability insurance coverage throughout the export process
• Certified final destruction with official incineration certificates issued by EU facilities
• Strict compliance with the Basel Convention and EU waste import regulations