Issue: Material is classified as 3.1 or 3.2, application code 3 is uses and the amount of Pb present is greater than 4%
The material in question is classified as 3.1 Copper (e.g. copper amounts in cable harnesses) or 3.2 Copper alloys; but contains more than 4% lead (Pb) CAS# 7439-92-1.
| Application Code Language | ELV Annex II Exemption Language, Scope & Expiry Date |
| 3 – Alloying element in copper | Language: Copper alloys containing up to 4 % lead by weight Expiry Date: None |
Action Required:
If the amount of Pb is correct, the material contains more Pb than is allowed. Contact your customer to discuss a solution to this issue.
If you incorrectly selected Application Code 3, then revise the part as appropriate and resubmit to your customer. If there is no appropriate application code for the use of lead (Pb) in this part, contact your customer to discuss a solution to this issue.
If the percentage of lead is incorrect, correct the amount and resubmit.