Key point
Several regions run RoHS-style restrictions, but they differ in how many substances they cover and how conformity is shown. The EU and UK lists match, while China and Japan restrict six substances and rely on their own marking schemes.
RoHS inspired similar rules in other markets. They share the goal of limiting hazardous substances in electronics but differ in scope, thresholds, and conformity routes.
Overview#
| Region | Substances | Threshold | Conformity / marking |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU RoHS | 10 substances | 0.1% (Cd 0.01%) | CE marking plus EU Declaration of Conformity |
| China RoHS | 6 substances | GB/T 26572 limits | Marking with EFUP plus Catalogue conformity |
| UK RoHS | Same as EU | Same as EU | UKCA marking |
| Japan J-MOSS | 6 substances | Marking thresholds under JIS C 0950 | Marking under JIS C 0950 |
The EU and UK regimes share the same ten substances and thresholds. China RoHS and Japan J-MOSS restrict six substances and use their own labelling rather than CE or UKCA marking.