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Navigating the EN IEC 62321 Standards: Safeguarding the Future of Electrotechnical Products

Andres Dias
Finances Tecnología

The EN IEC 62321 standards series offers a comprehensive framework for identifying and quantifying hazardous substances in electrotechnical products, crucial for manufacturers, testing houses, and regulatory bodies across Europe. This set of standards, available through the Genorma platform, provides detailed methodologies for assessing substances like lead, mercury, cadmium, phthalates, and more in electrical and electronic equipment. The series not only ensures compliance with EU Directive 2011/65/EU but also addresses the broader needs for environmental and health safety in product manufacturing.

The standards are organized into several parts, each focusing on different substances and their determination methods. For instance, procedures like X-ray fluorescence spectrometry and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry are used for screening and detailed analysis, ensuring comprehensive coverage of potential hazards. Notably, these standards have been updated recently to keep pace with technological advances and regulatory requirements, with publications spanning from 2013 to the latest updates in 2023.

For manufacturers and suppliers in the electrotechnical industry, complying with the EN IEC 62321 standards is not only about legal compliance but also about participating in an international movement towards safer and more sustainable products. Companies using these standards can effectively manage their chemical risk assessments and ensure that their products are safe for the market and the environment.

For further details on each part of the standards series and to purchase them, you can visit Genorma’s detailed guide on the EN IEC 62321 series

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