RoHS stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances.
The substances banned under RoHS are lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), hexavalent chromium (CrVI), polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE), and four different phthalates (DEHP, BBP, BBP, DIBP)..
All applicable products in the EU market after July 1, 2006 must pass RoHS compliance.
RoHS, also known as Directive 2002/95/EC, originated in the European Union and restricts the use of specific hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products (known as EEE).
RoHS stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances