I. Basic Definitions
ROHSCertificationIt is a mandatory directive by the EU restricting the use of hazardous substances in electronic and electrical products, officially titled "Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment."Restriction of Hazardous Substances)。
Core ObjectiveReduce lead content in electronic products:Pb)、MercuryHgCd (Cadmium)CdHexavalent ChromiumCr⁶⁺Harmful substances such as those listed pose risks to both the environment and human health, promoting green manufacturing.。
II. Certification Process
Choose a Certification Body
Select an EU-approved third-party testing institution (such as)TUV、ULPending confirmation from the collaborating laboratory), ensure its complianceROHSFull Range Testing Qualification。
Submit Application and Prepare Materials
Fill out the application form and provide product specifications, circuit diagrams, and material lists.BOMSupplier and Parts Supplier Information。
The company must provide business license and other qualification documents.。
Sample Splitting and Dispatch
Break down products into single material components (such as plastic shells, metal parts, circuit boards, etc.) to ensure all potentially restricted material components are covered.。
Batteries, motors, and other accessories must be tested separately.。
Testing and Rectification
Testing Method:XRFScanning preliminary screening, chemical analysis methods (such as)GC-MS、ICP-OESDetermine the content of harmful substances。
Testing CycleStandard5-75 business days, retest required after rectification。
Access Reports and Identification
After passing the testROHSCompliance report, product can be marked with eco-labels (such as eco-life span, harmful substance content, etc.)。
III. Core Requirements of Instructions
Restricted substances and limits:
Hazardous Materials Limited Edition (Uniform Material)
LeadPbMercuryHgHexavalent ChromiumCr⁶⁺PBDEs (Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers)PBB)、Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDEs)PBDE) ≤0.1%
CadmiumCd) ≤0.01%
Newly added4ItemDEHP、BBP、DBP、DIBP) ≤0.1%(2019Year7Effective monthly。
IV. Applicable Product Range
Electrical and Electronic EquipmentIncluding household appliances,ITEquipment, communication equipment, lighting equipment, electric tools, etc.。
Exceptional ProductsMedical equipment, monitoring equipment (partial exemptions), and aerospace equipment, etc.。
V. Certification Types and Responsibilities
Mandatory and Self-Declaration:
ROHSFor EU market accessMandatory directiveThe company must undergo third-party testing or self-declaration to demonstrate compliance.。
High-risk products (such as equipment containing complex materials) require third-party inspection reports.。
Principal Party of ResponsibilityManufacturers, importers, or authorized representatives must ensure compliance with the product's entire lifecycle.ROHSRequirements。
Section 6: Importance and Consequences of Non-Compliance
Market AccessN/AROHSProducts with non-compliant certificates are unable to enter the EU or any markets that recognize this standard.。
Legal RisksViolation may result in product de-listing, fines, or legal action.。
Brand ImageCertification enhances consumer trust and the company's environmental reputation。
Environmental ResponsibilityPromote green supply chain management to reduce waste pollution。
Section 7: Precautions
Valid Period:ROHSTest reports generally do not have a fixed validity period, but they require retesting upon design changes or regulatory updates.。
Material breakdownEnsure all components meet the limited requirements to avoid overall non-compliance due to excessive content of a single material.。
Supply Chain ManagementRequiring suppliers to provide raw materialsROHSCompliance Certificate, Risk Reduction。
ThroughROHSCertification helps businesses effectively circumvent trade barriers, fulfill environmental responsibilities, and enhance their competitiveness in the international market.。































