der Problemstoff
Translation
hazardous material, problematic substance, special waste
Examples
Batterien und Lacke sind Problemstoffe.
Batteries and paints are hazardous materials.
Problemstoffe müssen speziell entsorgt werden.
Hazardous materials must be disposed of specially.
Grammar Patterns
to dispose of hazardous materials You have to dispose of hazardous materials correctly.
Similar Words
Sondermüll (special waste), Gefahrstoff (hazardous substance)
Etymology
A compound of 'Problem' (problem) and 'Stoff' (substance, material). Literally 'problem substance'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Stoff' (material) that causes a 'Problem' if you don't dispose of it correctly, like old batteries or chemicals.