In January 2003, the European Union adopted the Directive on the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment, 2002/95/EC (RoHS). Starting on July 1, 2006, this directive will restrict the use of lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium and certain brominated flame retardants in electrical/electronic equipment (EEE).
As outlined in Sun's Design for Environment, we are committed to complying with all applicable substance legislation worldwide. Sun's product specifications already prohibit the use of certain substances such as poly vinyl chloride (PVC), chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs), hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs), or other substances believed to affect the ozone layer (ODSs).
Sun's design process helps ensure that our suppliers and manufacturers work from environmentally friendly design standards and specifications. Sun is working with its supply chain to address compliance for Sun EEE products with the various RoHS Directives by the July 2006 implementation date.
Sun's transition to RoHS compliance will be a process carefully phased in over time and with appropriate validation and auditing. In some instances, the RoHS compliant versions of products may be upgraded with improved functionality, while some older non-compliant products will be discontinued. Newly designed products to be released in 2006 and beyond, with limited exceptions, will be RoHS compliant at time of release.
Sun has outlined its product transition roadmap overviews for releasing RoHS compliant products. If you have any specific questions about the RoHS status for any product and Sun's efforts with respect to achieving RoHS compliance, please communicate with your account executive.
 Sun's Global Position on RoHS |
Sun's RoHS Policy Supporting OEM Customers |
