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Directive 2011/65/EU on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (RoHS)

32011L0065Applies from 2013-01-02 SaveOfficial source

Summary

RoHS restricts hazardous substances (lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB, PBDE) in electrical and electronic equipment.

Scope

Applies to EEE within the categories of Annex I (household appliances, IT/telecom, consumer equipment, lighting, tools, toys, medical devices, etc.) placed on the EU market (Art. 2). Maximum concentration values in Annex II.

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