“At first glance, it would seem that the Restriction on the Use of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) law mainly affects OEMs whose brand name is listed on the equipment. However, the law is having a huge impact on electronics manufacturing services (EMS) providers who build systems for OEMs. EMS providers must work with suppliers to make sure their parts are RoHS compliant. Key for all suppliers are materials declarations. Equipment manufacturers will have to provide documentation that show none of the listed hazardous substances are in any parts or materials used in equipment. Most OEMs and EMS companies are building databases of suppliers, parts and materials content.” Source: purchasing.com