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 Europese directives
Introduction
In order to protect the environment the European Union wants to prevent the occurrence of waste products originating from scrap cars, and wants to promote the collection, re-use and recycling of parts from them.
On 1 July 2006 the 2002/95/EG (RoHS) directive comes into force. A year later, on 1 July 2007, the 2000/53/EG (ELV) directive must be implemented.
| RoHS : |
Restricition of the use of certain Hasardous Substances in electronic equipment |
| ELV : |
End of Live Vehicle. |
The above-mentioned directives seriously restrict the use of Cr 6+ (hexavalent chromium) as well as some other heavy metals (Pb, Hg, Cd, etc.). The dangers of Cr 6+ are well known. It is a carcinogenic substance that gives rise to allergic reactions.
So, prevention of waste products, optimisation of the environmental achievements and protection of public health formed the starting points for the EU when working out these directives.
Chronology
1) 2000/53/EG : End of Live Vehicle (ELV)
| 18/09/2000 |
Directive
2000/53/EG |
Directive rules restriction on use of Cr 6+ and other toxic substances in cars. |
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| 27/06/2002 |
Decision
2002/525/EG |
Amending Annex II: exemption for Cr6+ in corrosion-resistant protective layers till 1/7/2007. |
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| 10/06/2005 |
Decision
2005/438/EG
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Exemption for spare parts for cars brought to market <1/7/2003. |
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| 20/09/2005 |
Decision
2005/673/EG |
Amending Annex II: exemption for screw and nut assemblies for chassis applications till 1/7/2008. |
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2) 2002/95/EG (RoHS)
| 27/01/2003 |
Directive
2002/95/EG |
Rules on the restriction on use of Cr 6+ in electrical and electronic apparatus. |
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| 18/8/2005 |
Decision
2005/618/EC |
European Commission Decision: maximum concentration value of 0.1% of Cr6+ by weight in homogenous materials established. |
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| 13/10/2005 |
Decision
2005/717/EC |
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| 21/10/2005 |
Decision
2005/747/EC |
European Commission Decision regarding the use of lead. |
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| 05/2005 |
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