Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS)

Luxembourg Publishes Notice on EU RoHS Lead Exemptions Directive 2025/2364

Luxembourg has published an official notice linking its national RoHS regulation for electrical and electronic equipment to Commission Delegated Directive (EU) 2025/2364, which tightens and re‑times lead‑in‑alloy exemptions for steel, aluminium and copper. Electronics manufacturers supplying Luxembourg should identify products using these leaded alloys and plan redesign or substitution ahead of the 2026–2027 exemption expiry dates to avoid RoHS non‑compliance and market‑access risk.

10 Apr 2026, 13:07eur-lex.europa.euLuxembourg

EU Commission Clarifies RoHS Exemptions Procedure and Timeframes

The European Commission has formalized RoHS exemption renewal procedures, mandating an 18-month lead time for applications and clarifying the 24-month decision cycle. Businesses must integrate these rigid administrative timelines into product lifecycle planning to mitigate the risk of sudden market access loss or forced substitution.

1 Apr 2026, 14:20environment.ec.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Parliament ENVI Committee Drafts Opinion Amending Product Directives (Including RoHS) on Digitalisation and Common Specifications

The European Parliament is advancing amendments to digitalize compliance documentation across 13 major product directives, including RoHS, ATEX, and the Low Voltage Directive. This shift toward digital conformity data and harmonized technical specifications will require manufacturers to modernize product information systems and supply chain data management.

1 Apr 2026, 14:15eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

Norway Consults on Extending RoHS Lead Exemptions in Product Regulations Chapter 2a

Norway has launched a consultation to align its Product Regulations with EU RoHS updates, extending and restructuring lead exemptions for alloys, solders, and ceramics through 2027. Manufacturers must review the more granular sub-exemptions and revised expiry dates to ensure continued market access for EEE containing lead components.

26 Mar 2026, 11:48miljodirektoratet.noNorway

Brazil Moves RoHS-Style Draft Resolution for Electrical and Electronic Equipment Into Final CONAMA Deliberations

Brazil is advancing a draft RoHS resolution to restrict 10 hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, with final deliberations underway as of March 2026. Companies must prepare for EU-aligned substance limits, mandatory technical dossiers, and a new national registry, signaling a significant shift toward harmonized global electronics compliance.

21 Mar 2026, 19:26gov.brBrazil

IEC 62474 Updates DSL to Version D32.00 and Aligns EU RoHS Annex III Exemptions

The IEC 62474 standard has been updated to version D32.00, incorporating new REACH SVHCs and PFHxA restrictions alongside revised EU RoHS lead exemptions. Companies must update supplier declaration processes and compliance systems to ensure product reporting remains aligned with the latest European chemical and electronics regulations.

20 Mar 2026, 12:44std.iec.chEuropean Union

EU Commission Proposes Delegated Regulation Amending Taxonomy Environmental Delegated Act (EU) 2023/2486

The European Commission has proposed a draft regulation to simplify EU Taxonomy technical screening criteria, targeting a January 2027 application. By aligning 'Do No Significant Harm' (DNSH) requirements with existing chemical and sectoral laws, the proposal aims to reduce the administrative burden for reporting entities while clarifying compliance pathways for sustainable activities.

19 Mar 2026, 19:20eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Council 4-Column Table On Proposal To Digitalise Product Directives And Align Common Specifications

EU co-legislators are advancing a horizontal proposal to digitalize conformity documentation and introduce "common specifications" across 13 major product directives, including RoHS, ATEX, and the Low Voltage Directive. This shift toward electronic information requirements will streamline compliance processes but necessitates strategic updates to digital labeling, technical documentation management, and product passport readiness.

14 Mar 2026, 07:46eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Council Circulates Four‑Column Table on Proposal for Digitalisation and Common Specifications Across 13 Product Directives

The EU is advancing a horizontal proposal to digitalize conformity documentation and introduce "common specifications" across 13 major product directives, including RoHS, ATEX, and the Low Voltage Directive. This shift toward digital compliance and Commission-led technical standards aims to streamline market access but will require manufacturers to modernize their conformity assessment workflows and digital labeling infrastructure.

13 Mar 2026, 17:15data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union

Uzbekistan Extends Lead-In For Hazardous Substances Technical Regulation For Electrotechnical And Radio-Electronic Products To 18 Months

Uzbekistan has extended the implementation timeline for its RoHS-style technical regulation for electrical and electronic products to 18 months. This delay provides manufacturers and importers until February 2027 to align product designs and conformity assessment processes with new hazardous substance restrictions.

12 Mar 2026, 13:45lex.uzUzbekistan

ECHA Updates EUCLEF With New Construction Products Regulation Lists And Profile

ECHA has updated the EU Chemicals Legislation Finder (EUCLEF) to include the new Construction Products Regulation and refresh data for 10 other major regulatory frameworks. This enhancement streamlines the identification of substance-specific restrictions and safety documentation requirements, reducing the administrative burden of cross-sectoral compliance monitoring.

10 Mar 2026, 06:08echa.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Issues Standardisation Request to Revise EN IEC 63000 for RoHS

The European Commission has ordered a revision of the EN IEC 63000 standard to tighten technical documentation and compliance evidence for RoHS. This development signals a shift toward mandatory analytical testing for high-risk materials and enhanced digital transparency requirements for product market access.

9 Mar 2026, 20:06ec.europa.euEuropean UnionEuropean Economic Area

UK OPSS Publishes 2024–2025 Product Safety Sampling Programme Results

The UK OPSS has released its 2024–2025 sampling results, revealing an 80% non-compliance rate among risk-targeted consumer goods, including cosmetics, electronics, and toys. High rates of corrective actions, including market withdrawals and recalls, underscore a rigorous enforcement environment for high-risk categories and the critical need for robust technical file verification.

21 Feb 2026, 18:38gov.ukUnited Kingdom

European Parliament IMCO Report on Proposal To Amend RoHS and Product Directives for Digitalisation and Common Specifications

The European Parliament's IMCO Committee has issued its report on proposed amendments to 13 EU product directives, including RoHS and ATEX, to introduce digital solutions and common technical specifications. This signals a shift toward digital compliance documentation and harmonized fallback standards, requiring manufacturers to prepare for modernized conformity assessment and labeling workflows.

18 Feb 2026, 19:50eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

UK OPSS Updates Guidance on Business Notifications of Unsafe and Noncompliant Products

The UK Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS) has updated its guidance on mandatory business notifications for unsafe or non-compliant products as of February 2026. Manufacturers and importers must ensure their internal reporting protocols align with these updated procedures to maintain compliance across diverse sectors, including RoHS, toys, and cosmetics.

16 Feb 2026, 19:23assets.publishing.service.gov.ukUnited Kingdom

ECHA Updates RAC, SEAC And MSC Workload And New Tasks At CARACAL-56

ECHA has outlined its 2026–2027 strategy to manage the expanding workload of its scientific committees across REACH, CLP, and new mandates like the Drinking Water Directive. This shift toward a "One Substance, One Assessment" model signals more integrated regulatory oversight, though resource constraints may impact the timing of critical market access opinions.

29 Jan 2026, 08:39circabc.europa.euEuropean Union

Sweden (KemI/Elsäkerhetsverket) Reports Air Purifiers Exceeding Ozone Emission Limits

Swedish authorities have reported significant non-compliance in air purifiers, including excessive ozone emissions, restricted hazardous substances, and electrical safety failures. Manufacturers must tighten controls on ozone by-product testing and supply chain substance compliance to avoid sales bans and mandatory recalls under intensifying EU market surveillance.

26 Jan 2026, 13:44kemi.seSwedenEuropean Union

Brazil (CONAMA) Proposes RoHS-Style Restrictions On Hazardous Substances In Electrical And Electronic Equipment

Brazil is advancing a 'RoHS Brazil' resolution to restrict 10 hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, with a key technical review scheduled for January 2026. Companies must prepare for mandatory registration and self-declaration of conformity, with staggered compliance deadlines for metals, flame retardants, and phthalates starting upon entry into force.

25 Jan 2026, 13:16conama.mma.gov.brBrazil

China Issues SJ/T 12004-2025 Phthalate Testing Standard for Electronic and Electrical Products, Effective 1 February 2026

China has published SJ/T 12004-2025, a new industry standard for testing phthalates in electronic and electrical products, effective February 1, 2026. Manufacturers should ensure testing protocols and laboratory partners align with this specific analytical method to maintain compliance with hazardous substance restrictions.

12 Jan 2026, 15:32hbba.sacinfo.org.cnChina

EU Parliament IMCO Committee Amendments To Proposal On Digitalisation And Common Specifications For RoHS And Other Product Directives

The EU Parliament is advancing plans to digitalize conformity documentation and product information across key directives including RoHS and ATEX. This shift toward digital-by-default compliance and EU-mandated common specifications will require manufacturers to modernize their technical documentation and reporting workflows.

23 Dec 2025, 18:36eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union