Regulations

With the growing trend for regulation of product substance content is critical that you understand the regulations that apply to your product as many countries are increasing their requirements, new countries are instituting requirements, testing and documentation requirements are becoming more stringent.  Additionally short response times for inquiries from consumers or enforcement authorities mean being on top of your content continuously.  A change in your product content can have far reaching consequences.  It can increase or decrease your regulatory burden, therefore it is important that you institute processes within your company that take regulatory issues into account as you design, manufacture, or modify your products.

REACH (Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals)

Conflict Minerals

RoHS (Restrictions on Hazardous Substances)

ELV (End of Life Vehicle)