Factfile 0020 Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and the Restriction on the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (ROHS) directives - update (Withdrawn)

Publication Year

2006

Document Status

Withdrawn

Abstract

Presents an update of developments since the directives were adopted by the European Parliament and enacted into the legislation of the EU Member States. Presents a detailed definition of 'producer' in the context of the ROHS Directive.

Document History

Superseded by Environmental Fact Files: 5 Waste management - Waste electronic and electrical equipment (FIA, 2013) and 6 Restriction of hazardous substances (FIA, 2015). The information set out in this document is believed to be correct in the light of information currently available but it is not guaranteed and neither the Fire Industry Association nor its officers can accept any responsibility in respect of the contents or any events arising from use of the information contained within this document. Replaces Factfile 16 Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and the Restriction on the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (ROHS) directives update (BFPSA, 2006). See also Factfile 29 - Update 2, August 2008.

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