RoHS Annex III exemption 2(b)(4)-II: Mercury in other fluorescent lamps not exceeding (per lamp): Lamps emitting mainly light in the...

Heading entry in the annex

2(b): Mercury in other fluorescent lamps not exceeding (per lamp):

Scope (official wording)

Lamps emitting mainly light in the ultraviolet spectrum: 15 mg

Dates of applicability (official wording)

Expires on 24 February 2027

Validity and renewal

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Neighbouring entries in Annex III

• Annex III 2(b)(2): Non-linear halophosphate lamps (all diameters): 15 mg
• Annex III 2(b)(3): Non-linear tri-band phosphor lamps with tube diameter > 17 mm (e.g. T9): 15 mg
• Annex III 2(b)(4)-I: Lamps for other general lighting and special purposes (e.g. induction...
• Annex III 2(b)(4)-III: Emergency lamps: 15 mg
• Annex III 3(a): Short length (≤ 500 mm): 3,5 mg
• Annex III 3(b): Medium length (> 500 mm and ≤ 1 500 mm): 5 mg

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