What does RoHS mean?
The Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS) is a European Union regulation that limits concentrations of hazardous materials—including lead, mercury, cadmium, and specific phthalates—in electrical and electronic equipment. Updated from its 2003 inception as RoHS 2, the directive now encompasses expanded product categories and substances, serving as a mandatory CE marking prerequisite for EU market compliance while facilitating safer e-waste management.