RoHS Certification
Restriction of Hazardous Substances compliance for electrical and electronic products entering regulated markets.
What is RoHS?
RoHS stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. It is a European product compliance framework that restricts certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
The original RoHS Directive was introduced by the European Union through Directive 2002/95/EC. It was subsequently replaced by Directive 2011/65/EU, commonly known as RoHS 2, together with later amendments.
RoHS compliance is particularly relevant to manufacturers, importers, exporters, distributors and suppliers of electrical and electronic products.
RoHS helps reduce the use of specified hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment and supports more responsible product manufacturing and disposal.
Substances Restricted Under RoHS
RoHS places restrictions on specified hazardous substances used in electrical and electronic equipment.
Lead
A heavy metal historically used in solder, components and various electronic applications.
PbMercury
A toxic metal that has been used in certain electrical and electronic applications.
HgCadmium
A toxic heavy metal historically used in batteries, coatings and electronic components.
CdHexavalent Chromium
A form of chromium restricted because of its hazardous characteristics and potential exposure risks.
Cr VIPolybrominated Biphenyls
Brominated flame-retardant substances restricted under the RoHS framework.
PBBPolybrominated Diphenyl Ethers
Brominated flame retardants restricted in applicable electrical and electronic products.
PBDEWhy is RoHS Important?
Electrical and electronic products can contain a wide range of materials and substances. Restrictions on specified hazardous substances help reduce environmental and occupational exposure associated with the manufacture, use and end-of-life treatment of covered products.
Businesses supplying electrical and electronic equipment to regulated markets should understand the applicable RoHS requirements and maintain appropriate compliance evidence.
- Supports compliance with applicable European product requirements.
- Helps reduce the use of specified hazardous substances in covered products.
- Supports responsible electrical and electronic product manufacturing.
- Helps businesses prepare compliance documentation and supplier evidence.
- Supports access to applicable regulated markets.
Who Should Consider RoHS Compliance?
RoHS requirements can affect different organizations involved in the supply chain of electrical and electronic equipment.
Manufacturers
Manufacturers of applicable electrical and electronic equipment need to understand substance restrictions and applicable conformity requirements.
Importers & Exporters
Businesses moving electrical and electronic products across international markets should evaluate the requirements applicable to their products.
Distributors & Suppliers
Distributors and suppliers may need appropriate declarations, technical information and supply-chain evidence for applicable products.
A Structured Approach to RoHS Compliance
RoHS compliance requires businesses to understand their products, components, materials and applicable regulatory obligations.
A structured assessment can help identify relevant requirements, review supplier information, organize supporting evidence and establish appropriate compliance documentation.
How Ascent Inspecta Stands Out
Ascent Inspecta provides professional certification and compliance consultancy support for businesses seeking to understand and manage applicable product requirements.
Our team focuses on understanding the client's products, identifying applicable requirements and supporting the organization of appropriate compliance documentation.
- Experienced compliance consultancy
- Product and regulatory requirement assessment
- Documentation support
- Professional client-focused service
Need RoHS Compliance Assistance?
Speak with Ascent Inspecta for professional support related to RoHS compliance, product conformity and electrical & electronic product requirements.