1. A European Union regulation that restricts the use of specific hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment to improve the environment and human health
The RoHS directive limits the use of lead, mercury, cadmium, and other toxic materials in consumer electronics.
A diretiva RoHS limita o uso de chumbo, mercúrio, cádmio e outros materiais tóxicos em eletrônicos de consumo.
2. The legal framework established by the European Union (Directive 2011/65/EU) requiring manufacturers to eliminate hazardous substances from electrical products
Companies must comply with the RoHS directive when manufacturing products for the European market.
As empresas devem cumprir a diretiva RoHS ao fabricar produtos para o mercado europeu.
The RoHS directive is crucial for manufacturers and exporters dealing with the European market. In Brazil, compliance with RoHS has become increasingly important as many Brazilian electronics companies export to Europe. The directive represents EU environmental regulations that have influenced global manufacturing standards, making it a key consideration for international business operations in the technology and electronics sectors.