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Do You Understand RoHS?
ADDED: 8/24/2006 8:59:00 AM
Do you understand RoHS?
This article is presented by Craig Hillman, PhD, CEO and Managing Partner of DfR Solutions, a partner lab of MET Laboratories.
What’s banned under the RoHS? How do I prove I’m RoHS compliant? Who’s on first?
Once you come out of the stratosphere of the multinational companies (Dell, Nokia, Samsung, IBM, etc.), there is a surprising amount of confusion and lack of knowledge on the details of the RoHS legislation among small and mid-size companies. DfR Solutions, a partner company with MET Labs, is proud to provide a RoHS cheatsheet (cliff notes), designed to provide you with a clear and concise introduction to your RoHS concerns.
What is RoHS?
RoHS is the Restriction on the use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment. It was passed by the European Union (EU) in 2003 and as of July 1, 2006 was in force in all European Union countries. Since then, several other countries have adopted RoHS-type legislation, including China, Korea, and Japan.
What materials are restricted by RoHS?
There are six materials that are effectively banned from electrical and electronic equipment by RoHS:
- Cadmium,
- Mercury,
- Lead,
- Hexavalent Chromium,
- PBB,
- and PBDE
How can I determine if my company’s products are covered by RoHS?
First, determine if you fall within the eight categories listed in the RoHS legislation:....
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