Obtaining EU RoHS Test Reports for Handheld Game Consoles
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Guide to Obtaining EU RoHS Test Reports for Handheld Game Consoles
I. Applicable Regulations
Handheld game consoles are classified as consumer electronic devices and are subject to EU RoHS 2.0 (Directive 2011/65/EU) and RoHS 3.0 (Amending Directive 2015/863). Testing is required for the following 10 hazardous substances:
| Substance | Limit (ppm)
| Lead (Pb) | 1000
| Mercury (Hg) | 1000
| Cadmium (Cd) | 100
| Hexavalent Chromium (Cr⁶⁺) | 1000
| Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB) | 1000
| Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE) | 1000
| DEHP / BBP / DBP / DIBP (4 Phthalates) | 1000 each
II. Application Process
1. Select a Testing Agency
Choose a third-party laboratory with CNAS (China National Accreditation Service) and CMA (China Metrology Accreditation) qualifications, or one with EU recognition (e.g., Dezewei Testing, CNAS Registration No.: L8083).
Prioritize agencies with CE certification experience that can issue reports in standard EU formats.
2. Submit Application Materials
Product manual (English/Chinese)
BOM (Bill of Materials)—crucial; must include material information for all components and parts
Photos of the complete unit and its components
Application form (template provided by the testing agency)
3. Sample Preparation
1–2 complete unit samples (including all accessories, batteries, charging cables, casings, etc.)
If necessary, provide samples of disassembled large components as required by the agency
4. Laboratory Testing
Testing involves initial screening via XRF (X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy) followed by precise chemical analysis using methods such as ICP-OES or GC-MS.
Standard turnaround time is 5–7 working days (expedited service: 3 working days).
5. Report Issuance
The report must include: testing methods, limit standards, test results for individual materials, and a pass/fail determination.
Affixing the CE mark requires the simultaneous issuance of an RoHS Declaration of Conformity (DoC).
III. Key Points for Mitigating Testing Risks
Decomposition of homogeneous materials: Whenever possible, break down components into single-material units based on color or material type to avoid having the entire device fail due to limit exceedances in "mixed materials."
Supply chain traceability: Require upstream suppliers to provide RoHS reports for critical components (e.g., PCBs, batteries, screens, plastic casings, solder, etc.).
Focus areas: Handheld console batteries, charging ports, casing coatings, screen backplanes, and cable plugs are components frequently found to exceed limits.
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