Which products may be affected?
Many electrical and electronic products can fall within RoHS scope. The analysis should begin with product classification, intended use, exemptions and component/material composition.
What should a RoHS file contain?
Bills of materials and component information
Supplier declarations and material data
Test reports where appropriate
Internal restricted-substance specifications
Change-control records for suppliers and components
Technical documentation linking evidence to the finished product
Common weak points
Supplier gaps
Declarations are missing, outdated or not linked to the exact component purchased.
Material changes
A component or coating changes without triggering a new compliance review.
Evidence mismatch
Test evidence covers a material sample but not the actual finished-product configuration.
Scope confusion
Teams assume RoHS applies or does not apply without first confirming product classification.