The following substances are not contained in the abovementioned NORRES equipment according to the directive:
- Lead
- Mercury
- Cadmium
- Sexavalent chromium
- Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB)
- Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE)
The revised Appendix to the Directive specifi es maximum concentrations for the materials contained in a product. The permitted concentrations are 0.01% by weight for cadmium and 0.1% by weight for the other fi ve substances. Brass and copper alloys must not contain more than 4% lead by weight.
The acronym RoHS means “Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment”. A transitional period for manufacturers and industries affected by this Directive was effective until July 1, 2006.
