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New RoHS2 Phthalate Substance Restrictions

Starting in July, 2019 the following four phthalates will be added to the list of restricted substances under EU RoHS 2 (Directive 2011/65/EU), which restricts the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment in the European Union.

Policy, RegulationJames EdeMarch 8, 2019phthalate, RoHS2 Phthalate Substance Restrictions, EU, EU RoHS 2 (Directive 2011/65/EU), Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP): max 0.1%, Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP): max 0.1%, Dibutyl phthalate (DBP): max 0.1%, Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP): max 0.1%, plastic softenersComment