Standards
| Standard | Scope | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| RoHS (EU 2011/65/EU) | Restricts hazardous substances in EEE | Lead, Hg, Cd, Cr⁶⁺, PBB, PBDE, 4 phthalates |
| REACH | EU chemical registration | Substance of Very High Concern list |
| WEEE | EU waste EEE takeback | Manufacturer responsible for recycling |
| Conflict Minerals (Dodd-Frank) | US supply chain for 3TG (Sn, Ta, W, Au) | Reporting required for public companies |
| California Prop 65 | Warning for known carcinogens / repro toxins | Required labeling if exposure possible |
| Energy Star | Voluntary efficiency program | Consumer electronics, appliances |
| EnergyGuide | US efficiency label | Mandatory for appliances |
| EU Ecodesign / ErP | Efficiency requirements | Includes external PSUs, motors, lighting |
| FCC Part 15 | US radio emissions | Unintentional + intentional radiators |
| CE marking | EU conformity declaration | Self-declared for most product categories |
| UKCA | UK conformity post-Brexit | Replaces CE for UK market |
| UL certification | US/Canadian safety | Recognized listing for appliances |
Substance limits (RoHS, mass %)
| Substance | Limit |
|---|---|
| Lead (Pb) | 0.1% |
| Mercury (Hg) | 0.1% |
| Cadmium (Cd) | 0.01% |
| Hexavalent chromium (Cr⁶⁺) | 0.1% |
| PBB / PBDE | 0.1% |
| Phthalates (DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIBP) | 0.1% |
Notes
- RoHS permits certain exemptions (e.g. lead in high-melting solders used in some industrial applications).
- Compliance typically requires material declarations from every part supplier and retention for 10 years.
Was this article helpful?