Example of the EFTCO Cleaning Document (ECD)
The EFTCO Cleaning Document (ECD) is a highly recognised and trusted document used throughout Europe.
It is copyright protected by EFTCO through a European trademark registration. Only approved cleaning stations are permitted to issue it, under formal agreements between:
EFTCO
National Cleaning Associations (such as the NRTCA)
Individual cleaning stations
This ensures the ECD is controlled, traceable, and issued only by stations that meet strict standards.
Why the ECD Is Trusted Across Europe
The ECD is accepted across Europe because it proves that:
The last transported product has been cleaned out
Cleaning was carried out in a legal and approved facility
The waste was handled and disposed of responsibly
The process met legal, safety and environmental requirements
This gives confidence to manufacturers, transport companies, drivers and loading points.
Each ECD is a uniquely numbered document that can be tracked back to the cleaning station where it was issued.
This provides important protection against falsification. EFTCO continues to develop further security measures and takes strong action against fraudulent activity.
The aim is simple: protect the integrity of cleaning documentation and prevent unsafe or illegal operations.
The Future of ECD: Digital Traceability and e-ECD
EFTCO is developing stronger digital systems to support the supply chain, including:
Online traceability of cleaning documents
Development of e-ECD (Electronic ECD)
EDI integrated systems
These systems will allow stakeholders to verify cleaning steps more easily and ensure transparency between loading and delivery points. EFTCO remains committed to building a safer and more trusted tanker cleaning industry across Europe.
An example EFTCO Cleaning Document can be viewed via the button below to help you understand what information is included, where it is recorded, and how it supports loading approval.