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Material
declarations
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Material declarations
The material declaration in connection with the EU Declaration of Conformity refers to the specification of the materials used in a product.
Manufacturers must provide a list of the materials contained in the product, especially if these materials could contain potentially hazardous substances.
This declaration helps to ensure that products comply with EU directives, particularly in relation to restrictions on hazardous substances, and enables consumers to make informed choices.
// List of relevant guidelines
Some important EU directives and EU regulations for products:
Material declaration RoHS
Material declaration RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive): This EU directive restricts the use of certain hazardous substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium and others in electronic and electrical devices. The RoHS material declaration requires the specification of the materials and substances used to ensure that products are free from the prohibited substances. For RoHS, laboratory tests are used to check the content of certain banned substances such as lead, mercury or cadmium and to ensure that the products do not exceed the permitted limits.
Material declaration REACH
REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization, and Restriction of Chemicals): REACH regulates the registration, evaluation, authorization and restriction of chemicals in products. The REACH material declaration requires the disclosure of chemicals contained in products to ensure that their use is safe and protects human health and the environment. Under REACH, laboratory tests are used to analyze the composition of chemicals and substances in products to ensure that the use of these substances complies with the provisions and safety standards of the directive.
Material declaration WEEE
WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive): This EU directive deals with the disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment. Material declarations in relation to WEEE help to ensure the correct disposal and recycling of appliances by providing information on the materials contained to reduce hazardous substances in WEEE and facilitate their proper disposal. In the case of WEEE, laboratory testing enables the identification of materials in electronic equipment to facilitate proper disposal and recycling and to ensure that hazardous substances are handled properly.
CONCLUSION
It is important to note that this is only a selection of the relevant EU directives. Depending on the type of product, other specific directives and regulations may apply. It is advisable to seek advice from us if necessary to ensure that all relevant requirements are met.
