RoHS Annex III exemption 1(f)-I: Mercury in single capped (compact) fluorescent lamps not exceeding (per burner): For lamps designed to...

Heading entry in the annex

1: Mercury in single capped (compact) fluorescent lamps not exceeding (per burner):

Scope (official wording)

For lamps designed to emit mainly light in the ultraviolet spectrum: 5 mg

Dates of applicability (official wording)

Expires on 24 February 2027

Validity and renewal

Article 5(5) of the directive: "An application for renewal of an exemption shall be made no later than 18 months before the exemption expires. The existing exemption shall remain valid until a decision on the renewal application is taken by the Commission." This site does not show whether a renewal application for this entry is pending or decided.

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Neighbouring entries in Annex III

• Annex III 1(c): For general lighting purposes ≥ 50 W and < 150 W: 5 mg
• Annex III 1(d): For general lighting purposes ≥ 150 W: 15 mg
• Annex III 1(e): For general lighting purposes with circular or square structural shape and...
• Annex III 1(f)-II: For special purposes: 5 mg
• Annex III 1(g): For general lighting purposes < 30 W with a lifetime equal or above 20 000...
• Annex III 2(a)(1): Tri-band phosphor with normal lifetime and a tube diameter < 9 mm (e.g. T2)...

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