RoHS Tests and Hazardous Substance Detection in Electronics

Detection of Hazardous Substances in Electronic Products: The Importance of RoHS Compliant Analysis

What is RoHS? Importance of RoHS Tests in Electronic Products

Producing electronic products without harming the environment and human health is of great importance today. At this point, RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances), the Directive on the Restriction of Hazardous Substances, promotes safe production by limiting the use of certain hazardous substances in electronic and electrical products.

What Substances are Prohibited under the RoHS?

RoHS compliant production prohibits the use of the following harmful substances above certain limits:

• Lead (Pb)
• Cadmium (Cd)
• Mercury (Hg)
• Chrom VI (Cr6+)
• Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)
• Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)
• Bis(2-ethoxyl) phthalate (DEHP)
• Butil benzil phthalate (BBP)
• Dibutil phthalate (DBP)
• Diisononyl phthalate (DINP)

Keeping these substances under control supports both human health and environmental sustainability.

Why Electronic Products Are Tested According to RoHS?

RoHS tests not only determine whether a product is safe, but also pave the way for exports to many countries. RoHS compliance is a must in many markets, especially in the European Union. Otherwise, the sale of products may be banned or serious sanctions such as recalls may be imposed.

In addition, RoHS testing supports the production of recyclable and environmentally friendly products. This contributes positively to brand reputation.

The Importance of RoHS Compliant Analysis

Thanks to RoHS-compliant testing, manufacturers:

• Complies with regulations
• Minimizes health and environmental risks
• Improves product quality
• Gains competitive advantage in international markets

These tests are usually performed with advanced instruments such as XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence), ICP-OES and GC-MS.

Nanolab's RoHS Testing Services

Nanolab offers comprehensive testing services to determine compliance of electronic and electrical equipment with the RoHS directive. Thanks to the advanced analyzers used in our laboratory, harmful substances in your products are reliably detected.

The services we offer as Nanolab:

• Detection of lead, cadmium and other heavy metals under RoHS
• XRF pre-screening tests
• Compliant reporting
• Fast results and technical support

You can perform your RoHS tests with Nanolab assurance for a sustainable and compliant approach in electronics production.

For more information, please contact us.
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