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RoHS Compliance in the United Kingdom

A practical guide to RoHS Compliance for electronics sold in the United Kingdom: who it applies to, what to prepare, and the mistakes that cause rejection.

Who needs it

Electrical products must stay within limits for lead, mercury, cadmium, and other restricted substances; Distance sellers shipping electronics to buyers in the United Kingdom

Authority

Office for Product Safety and Standards

Legal basis

Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016

Local representative

A local importer or registered licence holder is normally required

Timeline

Before sale; certification typically takes weeks to months

Cost

Testing and certification fees depend on product complexity

If you do not comply

Import rejection, seizure, fines, or listing removal

Who needs this

Electrical products must stay within limits for lead, mercury, cadmium, and other restricted substances
Distance sellers shipping electronics to buyers in the United Kingdom

Documents you need

RoHS test report and material declarations
Test reports from an accredited laboratory
Certificate, registration, or approval number
Safety and EMC evidence for the product family

Compliance checklist

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RoHS test report and material declarations
Test reports from an accredited laboratory
Certificate, registration, or approval number
Safety and EMC evidence for the product family

How to comply

Collect material declarations from every supplier
Classify the product and its radio or electrical functions
Test to the applicable local standards
Apply for certification, registration, or approval

Brief for your lab or agent

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Request: RoHS Compliance — United Kingdom
Product category: Electronics
Authority: Office for Product Safety and Standards
Legal basis: Electrical Equipment (Safety) Regulations 2016

Documents we already have:
  1. RoHS test report and material declarations
  2. Test reports from an accredited laboratory
  3. Certificate, registration, or approval number
  4. Safety and EMC evidence for the product family

Questions:
  1. Does our product fall under RoHS Compliance in the United Kingdom?
  2. Which test standards or evidence do you accept?
  3. What is the current fee and lead time?
  4. Is a local representative required, and can you act as one?

Cost and timeline

Before sale; certification typically takes weeks to months.

Testing and certification fees depend on product complexity.

Common rejection reasons

Solder or cable contains restricted lead
Test reports from a non-accredited laboratory
Model not covered by the certificate
Label missing the required local mark

Registration, notification, or certification is not the same as approval. Keep the technical file current and make sure the label, listing, and submitted data match.

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FAQ

Who needs RoHS Compliance in the United Kingdom?

Electrical products must stay within limits for lead, mercury, cadmium, and other restricted substances Distance sellers shipping electronics to buyers in the United Kingdom.

What documents are required for RoHS Compliance?

RoHS test report and material declarations; Test reports from an accredited laboratory; Certificate, registration, or approval number; and safety and emc evidence for the product family.

What is the first step for RoHS Compliance?

Collect material declarations from every supplier. Before sale; certification typically takes weeks to months.

How long does RoHS Compliance take?

Before sale; certification typically takes weeks to months.

How much does RoHS Compliance cost?

Testing and certification fees depend on product complexity.

What happens if I sell without it?

Import rejection, seizure, fines, or listing removal.

Who regulates RoHS Compliance in the United Kingdom?

Office for Product Safety and Standards.