RoHS – Lead-free from July 2027

On September 8, 2025, the European Commission decided not to extend key exemptions to the RoHS Directive. This means that the use of lead as an alloying element in steel, aluminum, and copper alloys (e.g., brass) will no longer be permitted. Consequently, new products used in electrical or electronic applications must be completely switched to lead-free alternatives in the medium term.

Affected areas:

• Steel
• Brass
• Copper
• Aluminium

Your advantage with FIXTEST:

• Full documentation of all materials used
• Early material transition
• Supply chain reliability
• Future-proof products
• Certified RoHS compliance
• Technical consulting directly from the manufacturer

What is changing?
Lead-free 2027

• Expiry of existing exemptions under Directive 2011/65/EU
• Limit value: max. 0.01% lead in homogeneous materials
• Applies to all products, electrical/electronic devices, and accessories
• No placing on the market after 30 June 2027

FIXTEST takes the lead.

• FIXTEST is proactive.
• Active processing of lead-free materials since 2018
• Many products already lead-free
• Consulting & spport for your transition
• Long-term proven alternatives without any loss of quality