How to obtain an EU RoHS 2.0 test report for telephones?
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EU RoHS 2.0 Testing and Certification for Telephones
Telephones fall under Category 3 (IT and telecommunications equipment) of the EU RoHS 2.0 Directive (Directive 2011/65/EU, as amended by (EU) 2015/863). To be placed on the EU market, they must comply with restrictions on ten hazardous substances. RoHS is an environmental requirement under the CE framework; for telephones exported to the EU, compliance with the Low Voltage Directive (LVD) and Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive is typically also required.
Regulated Substances (RoHS 2.0 – Ten Substances)
Lead (Pb), Mercury (Hg), Cadmium (Cd), Hexavalent Chromium (Cr⁶⁺), Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB), Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE), DEHP, BBP, DBP, and DIBP.
Testing is conducted in accordance with the IEC 62321 series of standards. The telephone is broken down into its constituent homogeneous materials, including: PCB (printed circuit board), plastic housing, cables, connectors, rubber keypads, metal hardware, and power adapters (if applicable).
Certification Process
1. Submission of Documentation and Selection of Approach
Contact the laboratory (Dezewei – CNAS L8083) and complete the testing application form. Required documentation includes: product model, Bill of Materials (BOM), product photographs, user manual, material specifications, and business license.
Two approaches are available: (a) testing the entire device by breaking it down into homogeneous materials; or (b) collecting existing RoHS reports for individual components to perform an integrated material assessment. The component-based approach is generally more cost-effective and is well-suited for long-term shipments involving multiple product models.
2. Sample Preparation and Submission
Typically, two complete finished units are required. The laboratory will disassemble these into various homogeneous materials for testing. If a power adapter is tested separately, additional samples of the adapter must be provided. Samples must be identical to the mass-produced versions; custom-made or specially prepared samples are not permitted.
3. Laboratory Testing
Samples undergo an initial rapid screening using XRF (X-ray fluorescence) spectroscopy. If any substance exceeds the limits, precise quantitative chemical analysis is performed to determine whether each homogeneous material complies with the established thresholds.
Standard turnaround time: 5–7 business days (expedited service is available). 4. Issuance of Test Reports
Upon passing the tests, a RoHS 2.0 test report (in both Chinese and English) will be issued. The report carries CNAS accreditation and can be used for client audits, product listings on e-commerce platforms, and customs inspections.
Note: RoHS is a test report, not a certificate. Manufacturers must issue their own Declaration of Conformity (DoC) for RoHS and include it in the CE technical documentation, which must be retained for at least 10 years.
5. Achieving Full CE Compliance
For telephones, CE compliance encompasses the LVD (Low Voltage Directive), EMC (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Directive, and RoHS. Once all documentation is complete, the manufacturer must sign the CE-DoC and affix the CE mark to the product packaging before the product can enter the EU market.
Essential Elements of the Report
1. CNAS laboratory accreditation (accreditation number: L8083).
2. Testing standards: IEC 62321; Directives: 2011/65/EU + (EU) 2015/863.
3. Test items, regulatory limits, and actual measured results for all homogeneous materials.
4. Sample model, photographs of the sample, and Bill of Materials (BOM) information.
5. Signature of an authorized signatory and a unique report number.
Important Practical Reminders
1. Regulatory Limits: Cadmium (Cd) ≤ 0.01%; all other nine restricted substances ≤ 0.1%. In telephones, components such as solder, plastics, and cables are the most likely to exceed these limits.
2. Product Change Control: If suppliers for plastic raw materials, PCBs, or cables are changed, a re-evaluation of RoHS compliance is required, potentially necessitating re-testing.
3. Exemptions: Certain electronic components may qualify for RoHS exemptions regarding lead content; such exemptions must be documented by their specific exemption code within the technical file.
4. Distinction: A RoHS report is not a CE certificate. When requested by buyers or customs authorities, both the DoC and the complete set of test reports must be provided.
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