RoHS Compliances in Other Countries
Last Updated on Monday, 9 August 2010 12:25 Written by riedon Monday, 9 August 2010 12:25
You are probably aware that the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in the United States and European Union restrict the use of certain metals and substances in commercial products. These restricts are typically found on lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ether. These limitations on the use of such substances are designed to protect individuals and the environment. In other countries similar restrictions have been adopted on appliances, tools, consumer electronics, toys and medical devices.
In Canada, for example, a provincial electronics recycling program has been in place since 2004. Electronics are typically sold with an upfront recycling fee of up to $45. China’s RoHS took effect in 2007 and restricts the use of mercury, cadmium, lead and hexavalent chromium in the use of future electronic manufacturing. In South Korea, similar legislation began being enforced in the same year.
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Last Updated on Friday, 2 July 2010 03:41 Written by riedon Friday, 2 July 2010 03:41
While electronic devices have become a way of life for much of the world, their presence have caused adverse effects on the health of many and the environment. In order to offset the risks that disposing of electronic parts creates, the European Union implemented the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive which went into effect July 1, 2006.
This directive is intended to regulate toxic materials in electronic devices and electrical systems. As such, RoHS restricts the use of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ether. These restrictions are intended to apply to the production of consumer electronic equipment, appliances, tools, toys and medical devices. While the directive is currently intended for the European Union, other countries around the world are adopting similar laws and regulations to reduce hazardous materials.
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