The Necessity of Rohs Certification for Copper-Clad Steel Wire Rods

Copper-clad steel is a commonly used alloy material, featuring excellent electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity and corrosion resistance. However, during the production process of copper-clad steel, the use of some harmful substances may be involved, such as lead, cadmium, mercury, etc., which pose potential threats to the environment and human health. To protect the environment and human health, the European Union has issued the RoHS Directive, restricting the use of certain harmful substances in electrical and electronic products. Therefore, copper-clad steel products need to undergo RoHS certification to ensure they meet the environmental protection requirements of the European Union.

RoHS certification, the full name of which is "Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances" certification, is an environmental protection regulation issued by the European Union. RoHS certification requires that electrical and electronic products must not contain harmful substances such as lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls and polybrominated diphenyl ethers in excess of the prescribed upper limits. The RoHS certification aims to protect human health and the environment, and promote clean production and comprehensive utilization of resources in the electrical and electronic industry.

Copper-clad steel products need to follow certain implementation steps for RoHS certification. First of all, it is necessary to select a qualified certification body, contact it, fill in and submit the RoHS certification application form. Secondly, prepare the technical documents of the product, including product specifications, bill of materials, production processes, etc., to ensure that the documents comply with the requirements of the RoHS regulation. Then, provide samples for the laboratory to conduct RoHS testing. Finally, based on the test results, evaluate whether the product meets the requirements of RoHS certification.

Obtaining RoHS certification can ensure that copper-clad steel products do not pose a threat to the environment or human health, promoting clean production and comprehensive utilization of resources in the electrical and electronic industry.