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DCA's General RoHS and Substance Restriction Services
In 2000, Japan passed the Law for the Promotion of Effective Utilization of Resources. It went in to effect in April, 2001. This law is intended to drive what they term "the 3Rs": Reduce, Reuse, Recycle across many industries and product categories.
On November 28, 2005 the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry notified the World Trade Organization Technical Barrier to Trade committee of a proposed amendment to this law that would add disclosure of six chemical substances (mercury, cadmium, lead, hexavalent chromium, PBB and PBDE) across seven categories of electrical and electronic equipment: Personal computers (including their display units of CRT type or LCD type), Unit-type air conditioners (excluding package-type air conditioners), Television sets, Microwave ovens, Clothes driers, Electric refrigerators, Electric washing machines.
The law has been promulgated and the effectivity date is 1 July 2006.
The marking requirement and an FAQ from the Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry is now available in English.
This is NOT a "RoHS" law. This is simply a marking law. There are no material restrictions, simply disclosure.
Do you have a need to stay informed about global environmental requirements? Does your company need to find a profitable path to meeting and exceeding "green" laws around the world? As the world environmental movement grows and expands, we can help you technically interpret the resulting requirements, understand the implications for your business, and define and achieve your goals in an efficient and effective manner. Contact us for more information.
