ROHS

RoHS Certification in the UAE – What Companies Need to Know

Directive 2011/65/eu of the European Parliament and of the Council

IEC 63000 Ed. 1.1 b:2022

Technical documentation for the assessment of electrical and electronic products with respect to the restriction of hazardous substances.

Directive 2011/65/EU - PDF

What is RoHS?

RoHS stands for "Restriction of Hazardous Substances" and refers to the European Directive 2011/65/EU and the UAE Regulation No. 10 of 27th of April 2017, which limits the use of hazardous materials such as lead, mercury, cadmium, and hexavalent chromium in electronic and electrical equipment.

The main goal is to protect the environment and human health by reducing these substances in consumer and industrial products.

Why RoHS Matters in the UAE?

Authorities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) require RoHS documentation for a growing number of product categories – especially electronics, medical devices, and electrical equipment.

RoHS compliance helps:

Meet regulatory expectations
Avoid delays at customs
Improve environmental credibility

RoHS Certification in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) – Your Guide to Compliance & Documentation According to IEC 63000

If you're exporting electronics or electrical equipment to the UAE, RoHS certification is becoming an essential requirement. UAE authorities increasingly request RoHS compliance certificates or technical documentation, especially for medical devices, consumer electronics, and industrial controls.

What Is RoHS Certification?

RoHS certification proves that your products comply with the restrictions defined in Directive 2011/65/EU. It shows that you’ve followed a proper procedure to evaluate your materials and components.
This certification may include:

A RoHS certificate from an accredited lab
A RoHS declaration issued by the manufacturer
A complete RoHS technical file following IEC EN 63000

What Does RoHS-Compliant Mean?

When a product is RoHS compliant, it meets the requirements of the directive, meaning that all restricted substances are either eliminated or kept below the maximum concentration values.

Frequently searched questions like:

What is RoHS compliant?
What does RoHS mean on electronics?
What is RoHS in electronics?
are answered by saying:

RoHS compliance ensures your electronics are safer, environmentally friendly, and legally marketable – especially in the EU, but increasingly also in regions like the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

RoHS and CE – What’s the Connection?

Products that carry the CE mark often need to demonstrate RoHS compliance as part of their conformity process. In fact, RoHS is one of the essential directives under the CE framework for electronics.

You may also hear comparisons like:

RoHS vs CE – RoHS is a chemical restriction; CE covers broader safety
RoHS and Reach – RoHS regulates substances in electronics; REACH covers all industries
RoHS vs Non-RoHS – The difference can impact marketability and environmental responsibility

IEC 63000 – The Standard Behind RoHS Documentation

The international standard IEC 63000 provides the framework for RoHS documentation. It enables manufacturers to assess compliance without necessarily doing expensive lab testing for every part.
Instead, it focuses on:

Supplier declarations
Material risk assessment
Structured technical files ready for authority checks

How to Get RoHS Certification

Many companies ask: “How to get RoHS certification?” or “Who can issue RoHS certification?”

The process usually includes:

Bill of materials (BOM) and product analysis
RoHS risk assessment based on IEC 63000
Collecting supplier declarations and material data sheets
Optional: RoHS testing by an accredited lab
Issuing a RoHS declaration or certificate

Note: There is no single global authority that issues RoHS certificates – manufacturers self-declare based on proper documentation.

Who issues RoHS certificates?

Many people ask: "Who can issue RoHS certification?"
Answer: Certificates can be issued by specialized testing laboratories or certification bodies – especially if customers or authorities request them. In many cases, however, a self-declared declaration of conformity with complete documentation according to IEC 63000 is sufficient.

Complying with RoHS in the UAE

Whether you're a manufacturer, importer, or brand owner, compliance with RoHS is key to accessing global markets. In the UAE, it’s increasingly expected, especially in regulated sectors.

✅ We assist you with:

RoHS technical documentation according to IEC 63000
RoHS declarations and risk assessments
Connections to trusted RoHS testing labs
Clarifying RoHS and CE requirements