ROHS Compliance

Amphenol’s RoHS/Lead-Free Overview
Amphenol is committed to being an environmentally responsible Company. Our support of the RoHS directive is part of our overall plan to meet or exceed regulatory requirements for the handling, recycling and the reduction of hazardous materials in our products. Amphenol will comply with all applicable laws and regulations; including the European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive as it pertains to our products. For product areas where Amphenol is out of scope of the legislation, Amphenol’s Design for Environment initiative will guide efforts to reduce hazardous materials in new designs and products. It is important that our employees, customers and suppliers know Amphenol continues its strong commitment to protecting and improving the environment for future generations. Work on RoHS is only one of the ways where we strive to be a leader in our industry demonstrating stewardship for our environment.

Compliant Pin Exemption from RoHS
On March 16, 2005 the European Union Technical Adaptation Committee (TAC) finalized a decision which states compliant pins are exempt from RoHS by exemption. This exemption allows current Amphenol compliant pin products containing lead (Pb), to be considered RoHS compliant. Amphenol compliant pin products are also available in lead (Pb) free derivatives. Selecting a lead-free derivative will assure RoHS compliance when the exemptions are terminated.

Lead-Free availability
During the second half of 2005, Amphenol began offering lead-free products. New part numbers have been established for existing Amphenol connectors.

If you would like more information on the availability of lead-free parts, please contact Amphenol at marketing@amphenol-tcs.com.