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RoHS
EURestriction of Hazardous Substances Directive
Environmental•Effective: 1. Juli 2006
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Overview
The RoHS Directive restricts the use of specific hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) to protect human health and the environment.
Key Points
- 1
Restricts lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBBs, PBDEs, and phthalates
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Applies to electrical and electronic equipment (EEE)
- 3
Maximum concentration values: 0.1% by weight (0.01% for cadmium)
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CE marking required for compliance declaration
- 5
Technical documentation must be maintained for 10 years
Requirements Checklist
Material Testing
CompliantTest products for restricted substances
CE Marking
CompliantApply CE marking to compliant products
Technical Documentation
CompliantMaintain compliance documentation
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Varies by member state; includes fines, product recalls, and market bans
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