The European Union (Restriction of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment) Regulations 2012 aim to regulate the use of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Aligned with EU directives, these regulations contribute to environmental protection and human health by restricting the presence of certain hazardous substances in EEE.
These Regulations ensure the responsible management of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, promoting the safe use and disposal of such products. Businesses must actively comply with these regulations to ensure the availability of safe and environmentally friendly electrical and electronic equipment in the Irish market.
*2024 Amendments made to this article have made exemptions for measuring and medical equipment specifically that of mercury in melt pressure and lead as a thermal stabilizer.
