What is RoHS Directive?

The EU regulation restricting the use of specific hazardous substances such as lead and mercury in electrical and electronic equipment.

Field: Environment, health and safety

RoHS Directive in the explanations

Questions that mention RoHS Directive (4)

  1. Which composition is widely used as lead-free solder to meet environmental regulations?
  2. Which system shows chemical hazards in an internationally harmonized way, using pictograms such as a skull or flame and hazard statements?
  3. Which EU regulation restricts the use of specified hazardous substances such as lead and mercury in electrical and electronic equipment?
  4. Which EU regulation requires businesses that manufacture or import chemicals to register substances and submit safety information, and manages the use of substances of very high concern?

Related terms

GHS Abatement system Local exhaust ventilation Lockout/tagout (LOTO) Lower explosive limit (LEL) Oxygen deficiency Perfluorocarbons Risk assessment SDS (safety data sheet)

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