RoHS testing report process for razors
Date：2026-02-25 10:26:56 Classification
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A detailed breakdown of the EU RoHS testing report process for electric shavers (based on the latest regulatory requirements as of February 25, 2026), covering the testing scope, key steps, precautions, and frequently asked questions, for your reference:
I. Core RoHS Testing Requirements
1. Applicable Directives
RoHS 2.0 (2011/65/EU): Mandatory restrictions on 6 categories of hazardous substances (still in effect in 2026).
Amended Directive (EU) 2015/863: Added 4 phthalates, bringing the total number of controlled substances to 10 (see table below).
2. Limit Standards
| Hazardous Substances | Limits (by weight) | Common Locations
| Heavy Metals such as Lead (Pb) and Cadmium (Cd) | ≤0.1% (Cd≤0.01%) | Circuit Boards, Batteries, Coatings
| Phthalate (e.g., DEHP) | ≤0.1% | Plastic Handles, Wire Insulation
II. Shaver Testing Process (5-Step Simplified Version)
1. Product Breakdown and Material Classification
Break down the product into: plastic casing, metal blades, circuit boards, batteries, etc., covering all homogeneous materials (no further subdivision allowed for single materials).
2. Laboratory Testing
Method: XRF scanning (initial screening) + chemical dissolution (precise analysis).
Scope: 10 restricted substances + additional concerns (e.g., substances on the EU REACH SVHC list).
3. Document Preparation
Test report (including sample photos, test data, and laboratory accreditation).
Technical Documentation File (TDF): Must include a Declaration of Conformity and a Supply Chain Material Declaration Form.
4. CE Marking and DOC
After passing testing, the product must bear the CE marking and a signed Declaration of Conformity (DoC), which must be retained for at least 10 years.
5. Market Surveillance Response
EU authorities may conduct random inspections; companies must retain test reports and supply chain traceability records.
III. Special Considerations for Shavers
1. Exemption Clause Verification
For example: Lead in the blade alloy (such as leaded steel) may be eligible for an exemption (must comply with specific items in Annex III).
2. Additional Requirements for Wireless Products
If it contains a Bluetooth/Wi-Fi module, it must also comply with the RED Directive (Radio Equipment Directive).
3. Packaging Material Testing
Product packaging must be tested separately, complying with Directive 94/62/EC (total heavy metal limits ≤ 100 ppm).
IV. Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is batch testing required?
→ Typically, initial inspection plus re-inspection upon material changes is required, but regular random inspections of critical components (such as batteries) are recommended.
Q2: Self-inspection or third-party testing?
→ Reports from EU-recognized ISO 17025 accredited laboratories (such as Dezewei Testing CNAS registration number: L8083) are recommended. Self-inspection reports have limited validity.
V. Recommended Operating Procedures
1. Prioritize confirming whether the shaver contains high-risk components (such as charging circuits or recycled plastics).
2. Choose an EU Notified Body for cooperation (NANDO database recommended).
3. If exporting to multiple countries, simultaneously apply for China RoHS (GB/T 26572) or US Prop 65 testing to reduce costs.
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