Recently, the world is paying attention to issues such as ecological protection, global environment, and human health. Therefore, the market attaches great importance to the safety of chemical substances in products. Therefore, as a manufacturer, we must also start from the perspective of consumers and fully consider their interests. Hose and pipe fittings are no exception. Recently, headlines such as “REACH” and “RoHS” have become popular. But what is this short for? What changes will happen in the future?
“RoHS Directive” and “REACH Regulations” are laws and regulations of the European Union. The “RoHS Directive” is a regulation on electronic and electrical machinery. Although not directly related to hoses and joints, it is a crucial legal standard for product components included in electronic and electrical machinery exported to EU countries. Although there are currently six categories of substances restricted by the “RoHS Directive”, our company’s products do not use these substances. In addition, according to the survey, the “REACH Regulation” covers all chemical substances. However, previously restricted substances such as asbestos and cadmium are not included in the new restrictions. Currently, there are more than ten substances that are in the stage of research and discussion in the form of SVHCs that need to be restricted.
Explanation of terminology “RoHS Directive” means that EU countries stipulate the restriction of harmful substances in electrical and electronic machinery in order to minimize the harm to the environment and human health in all aspects from the production to disposal of electrical and electronic machinery. substance. And stipulates the maximum limit value for use. In the current RoHS directive, six hazardous substances are clearly defined. They are lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB and PBDE.