polluted materials
[pəˈluːtɪd məˈtɪriəlz]
noun
materiais poluídos
1. Substances or objects that have been contaminated with harmful or toxic substances, making them unfit for safe use or disposal without treatment
The factory was fined for improperly storing polluted materials in the warehouse.
A fábrica foi multada por armazenar inadequadamente materiais poluídos no depósito.
2. Waste products or byproducts containing pollutants that pose environmental or health risks
The cleanup crew had to dispose of polluted materials according to environmental regulations.
A equipe de limpeza teve que descartar materiais poluídos de acordo com as regulamentações ambientais.
This term is commonly used in both Brazilian and American environmental regulations, occupational safety standards, and corporate compliance discussions. In Brazil, the disposal of polluted materials is strictly regulated by CONAMA (National Environmental Council) and IBAMA (Brazilian Institute of Environment and Renewable Natural Resources). Companies violating proper disposal procedures face significant fines and legal consequences.
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