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Decontamination activities and services
This division covers all activities related to waste management and environmental remediation. Essentially, if your company deals with garbage collection, material recycling, cleaning of polluted land, or wastewater treatment, you fall under this category. It is the sector that ensures cleanliness and environmental protection.
Entrepreneur Profile
This CAEN code 39 is intended for entrepreneurs and companies (SRL, PFA) wishing to develop a business focused on decontamination activities and services. It is ideal for founders aiming to offer specialized services or products in this economic niche within the Romanian market.
Who should avoid:
Avoid the exclusive use of code 39 if the main activity of your company shifts towards other commercial or related branches not specified in the official description. See the excluded activities section below.
CAEN Division 39: Decontamination Activities and Services
CAEN Division 39, known as "Decontamination activities and services," plays an essential role in the Romanian economy, especially given the increasingly stringent environmental protection requirements. It covers a wide range of services, from the collection and transport of household and industrial waste to its treatment and the recovery of recyclable materials. In recent years, the sector has seen significant growth due to European funds allocated for waste management and the modernization of environmental infrastructure. Entrepreneurs operating in this field face challenges related to compliance with environmental regulations, which are often complex and constantly changing. Additionally, competition is fierce, and operational efficiency and investments in modern technologies are critical success factors. Despite these difficulties, the development potential remains high, as Romania still lags significantly behind the European average in terms of recycling and sustainable waste management. Thus, Division 39 not only offers real economic opportunities but also contributes to achieving the sustainability goals assumed at national and European levels.
Included Activities
- ✅ Collection and treatment of non-hazardous and hazardous waste
- ✅ Decontamination of soil and groundwater
- ✅ Cleaning and maintenance of green spaces
- ✅ Public sanitation services
- ✅ Management of household and industrial waste
- ✅ Recovery of recyclable materials
- ✅ Pollution remediation activities
Excluded Activities
- ❌ Energy production from waste (included in Division 35)
- ❌ Construction of waste treatment facilities (included in Divisions 41-43)
- ❌ Transport of waste (included in Division 49)
- ❌ Wholesale trade of waste (included in Division 46)
- ❌ Research and development in the environmental field (included in Division 72)
Similar or Related CAEN Codes:
From the same category of economic activities:
Întrebări Frecvente
What type of companies can use CAEN code 39?
Any legal entity in Romania (SRL, PFA, Individual Enterprise) performing activities related to "decontamination activities and services" is required to have this code authorized in its articles of incorporation or at the Trade Register.
Are special permits required for CAEN 39?
The need for permits depends on the exact nature of the operations carried out under class 39. Some activities require authorizations from DSV, Environment, or Occupational Safety, while others can be conducted solely based on the self-declaration at incorporation.