EU RoHS Annex III Lead ExemptionsSeven exemption groups have been approved for the use of lead in certain applications under EU RoHS Annex III for a few more years, summarized and detailed below:Lead Category Exemption DeadlinesJuly 21, 2021: All categories except for Category 8 in-vitro diagnostic medical devices, Category 9 industrial monitoring & control instruments, Category 11 products
Hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment – list of restricted substances (update)SummaryEU rules restrict the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.The Commission regularly reviews the list of restricted substances to keep up with technical progress, protect human health and the environment, and improve waste management.Following a technical assessment, this initiative proposes adding tetrabromobisphenol A (TBBP-A) and medium-chain chlorina…