1. RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) Report

Purpose:

The RoHS Directive (EU Directive 2011/65/EU) restricts the use of 10 hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) to minimize environmental and health risks.

Key Requirements:

Limits concentrations of substances like lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), mercury (Hg), hexavalent chromium (CrVI), PBBs, PBDEs, and four phthalates.

Maximum allowed: 0.1% (except cadmium at 0.01%) by weight in homogeneous materials.

Report Contents:

Material breakdown (e.g., plastics, metals, solder).

Test results from accredited labs (e.g., XRF analysis, chemical testing).

Compliance declaration for each component.

Applicability:

Mandatory for products sold in the EU, China (China RoHS), and other regions with similar regulations.

2. MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) / SDS (Safety Data Sheet)

Purpose:

An MSDS/SDS (per ISO 17025 or GHS standards) provides safety information for hazardous chemicals/substances during handling, storage, or transport.

Key Sections:

Product identification (name, supplier details).

Hazard classification (e.g., flammability, toxicity).

Composition (chemical ingredients and concentrations).

First-aid measures and accidental release procedures.

Storage/Disposal guidelines (e.g., temperature limits).

Regulatory info (e.g., OSHA, REACH, CLP compliance).

Difference from RoHS:

RoHS focuses on product compliance for hazardous substances.

MSDS focuses on occupational safety and chemical risks.

When Required:

For chemicals, batteries, paints, solvents, or any hazardous materials in supply chains (e.g., shipped via air/sea, requiring IMDG/IATA compliance).Key Takeaways

RoHS: Ensures electronics are free from restricted substances.

MSDS/SDS: Ensures safe handling of chemicals.

Both are critical for export compliance, workplace safety, and environmental regulations.

Let me know if you need further details (e.g., testing methods, specific regulations)!