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Export Controls

July 27, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Identifying Germanium and Gallium in Electronics

 

Identifying-Germanium-and-GalliumGreenSoft Technology analyzed our parts database to identify the most common parts containing Germanium and Gallium

Recent international developments have sparked concerns in the electronics industry regarding the implementation of export controls on certain substances. Among the affected substances are Germanium and Gallium.

Classified as "Heavy Metals,” Germanium and Gallium are widely used in various electronics applications, including military technologies.

With these developments potentially causing supply chain disruptions, GreenSoft Technology has conducted an in-depth study to help electronics manufacturers prepare for potential challenges.

We analyzed our Full Material Declaration (FMD) database, which contains information on millions of components, to identify parts that contain Germanium and Gallium.

Our study revealed that 7,061 parts from 308 manufacturers in our FMD Database were found to be at-risk due to the presence of Germanium or Gallium. 2,203 parts from 159 manufacturers contain Germanium; and 5,328 parts from 227 manufacturers contain Gallium.

Identifying the most common parts containing Germanium

Germanium is a lustrous, grayish-white metalloid with excellent semiconductor properties. It is often used as a dopant in semiconductors to enhance their electrical properties. Germanium is commonly found in electronic components like transformers, inductors, opto-electronics, modules, and PCBs. Its use as a semiconductor material makes it essential in diodes, transistors, and other electronic devices. Additionally, due to its semiconducting properties, Germanium is frequently used for aerospace and defense applications in infrared optics, night-vision systems, and various military sensors.

The analysis of our FMD Database revealed 5 types of parts most likely to contain Germanium:

Transformers: Out of the millions of parts in our FMD database, 442 transformers were found to contain Germanium. Germanium enhances the efficiency of power transformers used in electrical circuits.

Inductors: The search identified 329 inductor parts containing Germanium. Inductors utilize Germanium’s properties to store and release energy in electronic circuits.

Opto-Electronics: Our analysis found that 289 opto-electronic parts contained Germanium. Germanium plays a key role in the production of opto-electronic devices, such as infrared sensors and photodetectors.

Modules: We identified 249 modules containing Germanium. Germanium's inclusion in modules is generally based on its ability to function as a key component in specific circuitry or signal processing tasks.

Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs): Our search found that 227 PCBs contained Germanium. Germanium assists in the smooth operation of PCBs, which are essential components in electronic devices.

Other parts found to contain Germanium include ICs, Crystal/Oscillators, Switches/Relays, Connectors, Memories, Other Active Parts, Resistors, Other Mechanical Parts, Adhesives, Cables/Cable Assemblies, Filters, Discrete Semiconductors, and Capacitors.

Identifying the most common parts containing Gallium

Gallium is a soft, silvery metal with a low melting point, making it ideal for certain electronic applications. Gallium is predominantly found in opto-electronics, ICs, modules, connectors, and switches/relays. Its wide use in opto-electronic devices stems from its light-emitting properties. Gallium-based compounds are also used for aerospace and defense applications in radars, electronic warfare systems, and high-frequency communication technologies.

Our research found that Opto-Electronics were the most common parts found to contain Gallium by a wide margin. The analysis of our FMD Database revealed 4 types of parts most likely to contain Gallium:

Opto-Electronics: Gallium is extensively used in light-emitting diodes (LEDs) and other opto-electronic devices. 3,781 opto-electronic parts in our database were found to contain Gallium.

Integrated Circuits (ICs): 549 IC parts in our database were found to contain Gallium. Gallium is used in ICs as a semiconductor material, playing a crucial role in the construction of integrated circuits that power electronic devices.

Modules: Our analysis found that 477 modules contained Gallium. Gallium is used in modules to enhance the functionality of opto-electronic devices, such as light-emitting diodes (LEDs), contributing to various applications, including fiber-optic communication and high-speed data transmission.

Connectors: We identified 239 connector parts containing Gallium. Gallium enhances the performance of electronic connectors used in various devices.

Other parts found to contain Gallium include Switches/Relays, Other Mechanical Parts, Other Active Parts, Discrete Semiconductors, Memories, Cables/Cable Assemblies, Enclosures/Structure Support, Transformers, Resistors, Fasteners, Filters, Crystals/Oscillators, PCBs, Capacitors, and Other Passive Parts.

Navigating Supply Chain Disruptions

With a significant number of parts containing Germanium and Gallium at risk due to export controls, electronics manufacturers should take proactive measures to mitigate potential supply chain disruptions.

Identifying which components in your supply chain are likely to contain Germanium and Gallium is crucial for manufacturers to strategically plan for any contingencies that may arise from international export controls.

GreenSoft Technology’s Data Services solution can assist companies in identifying Germanium and Gallium in their products by collecting chemical data from their supply chain. Our data collection team will contact your suppliers on your behalf to obtain data on the substances contained in your products and components, and validate that data for completeness and accuracy.

Additionally, GreenSoft Technology can help source replacement suppliers, and generate compliance reports for various global environmental regulations. We also offer GreenData Manager software so you can manage your company’s substance database and easily generate substance and compliance reports.

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EU REACH

June 19, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Two Entries Added to EU REACH SVHC List

 

eu-reach-svhcEU REACH SVHC List now contains 235 Entries

On June 14, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) announced the addition of 2 substances to the EU REACH Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Candidate List.

The 2 substances, as well as their reasons for inclusion and common uses, are listed in the table below.

The EU REACH SVHC Candidate List now has 235 entries. However, some entries are groups of chemicals, so the overall number of impacted chemicals is higher.

The inclusion of substances in the EU REACH SVHC List brings immediate obligations for affected companies using the substances in their products above the stated threshold, including customer notification requirements and notifying ECHA through submissions to the SCIP Database. GreenSoft Technology can help with this process as part of our Data Services.

The 2 new substances are:

Substance name EC number CAS number Reason for inclusion Examples of use(s)
Diphenyl(2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl)phosphine oxide 278-355-8 75980-60-8           Toxic for reproduction (Article 57c) Inks and toners, coating products, photo-chemicals, polymers, adhesives and sealants and fillers, putties, plasters, modelling clay.
Bis(4-chlorophenyl) sulphone 201-247-9 80-07-9  vPvB (Article 57 e) Manufacture of chemicals, plastic products and rubber products.

ECHA’s announcement of the additions can be found here. The full SVHC-235 list can be found here. The last prior addition to the SVHC list was SVHC-233 in January 2023.

GreenSoft can help with EU REACH compliance

The EU REACH SVHC List is typically updated twice per year, resulting in affected companies needing to re-evaluate their product compliance and possibly re-collect substance data from their suppliers.

GreenSoft Technology helps manage this process for companies, including coverage for the SCIP Database, by performing data collection, data validation, substance calculations and report generation as part of our EU REACH data services.

Learn more about how our Data Services help your company with EU REACH compliance by contacting us.

 

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PFAS

June 16, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Identifying PFAS Chemicals in Electronics: A Crucial Step in Preparing for PFAS Regulations

 

Identifying-PFAS-Chemicals-in-ElectronicsGreenSoft Technology analyzed our parts database to identify the most common parts and substances containing PFAS

In recent years, there has been a growing concern regarding the presence of perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals in various products, including electronics.

Due to their persistence and adverse health effects, PFAS “forever chemicals” have gained traction in the media, and regulatory bodies across the globe are enacting new regulations to ban or regulate the use of PFAS chemicals.

GreenSoft Technology has conducted a comprehensive search in our Full Material Declaration (FMD) database, which contains information on over 11 million components, to identify parts that contain PFAS chemicals. We based our analysis on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Master List of PFAS Chemicals, which identifies over 12,000 PFAS chemicals, and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) list, which identifies over 4,700 PFAS chemicals.

Our study found that 56 types of PFAS chemicals were commonly found to be present in 27 different categories of products, and over 7,000 parts in our FMD database were found to contain one or more PFAS chemicals. This data provides valuable insights for electronics manufacturers, enabling you to proactively prepare for upcoming PFAS bans and regulatory deadlines.

Identifying the most common parts containing PFAS

The analysis of our FMD database revealed three types of parts most likely to contain PFAS chemicals: capacitors, connectors, and cables/cable assemblies.

Capacitors: Out of the 11 million parts in our FMD database, 1,752 were found to contain PFAS chemicals. Capacitors, widely used in electronic circuits for energy storage and filtering, were the most common parts associated with PFAS.

Connectors: The search identified 1,549 connector parts containing PFAS chemicals. Connectors play a crucial role in establishing electrical connections between different components and devices.

Cables/Cable Assemblies: Our analysis found that 1,288 cable/cable assembly parts contained PFAS chemicals. Cables are essential for transmitting signals and power within electronic systems, making their identification vital for compliance efforts.

Other parts found to contain PFAS chemicals include Resistors (642 parts were found to contain PFAS chemicals), Mechanical Parts (612 parts were found to contain PFAS chemicals), and Transformers (429 parts were found to contain PFAS chemicals).

While the most common parts found to contain PFAS are listed above, the presence of PFAS chemicals overall was detected in 27 different part categories, including Modules, Memory Systems, ICs, Switches/Relays, Inductors, Fasteners, Filters, Other Passive Parts, Adhesives, Resins, Crystals/Oscillators, Other Active Parts, PCBs, Opto Electronics, Labels, Paints, Enclosures/Structure Support, Batteries, Discrete Semiconductors, Packaging, and Chemicals Reagents.

The prevalence of specific PFAS chemicals

Among the PFAS chemicals identified in the aforementioned parts, the most common substance present was Ethene, 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-, homopolymer (PTFE with CAS Number 9002-84-0, aka Teflon), which was found in over 5,800 parts in our database.

Other PFAS substances frequently identified in the parts database include:

  • 1-Propene, 1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-, polymer with 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethene (CAS Number 25067-11-2) - present in 362 parts;
  • Pentadecafluorooctanoic acid (CAS Number 335-67-1) - found in 333 parts; and,
  • Propane, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3-heptafluoro-3-[(1,2,2-trifluoroethenyl)oxy]-, polymer with 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethene (CAS Number 26655-00-5) - detected in 243 parts.

Overall, a total of 56 PFAS chemicals were detected in various parts in the database. The full list of PFAS chemicals detected is included in Appendix A at the bottom of this post.

Implications for electronics manufacturers

By understanding which components are likely to contain PFAS chemicals, manufacturers can take proactive steps to prepare for upcoming regulatory requirements, such as the recent PFAS regulations passed in Maine and Minnesota, or the PFAS regulation currently under review in the European Union.

GreenSoft Technology’s Data Services solution can also help companies identify PFAS in their products by collecting chemical data from your supply chain. Our data collection team will contact your suppliers to obtain data on the substances contained in your products and components. We’ll validate that data for accuracy and completeness, and check it against the EPA and OECD PFAS lists, and any other global environmental regulations that you must comply with.

With our Turnkey Service, we can generate the necessary compliance reports for you. Or you can use our GreenData Manager software to manage your company’s substance database and easily generate reports for this and other environmental regulations.

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Appendix A: Full list of PFAS chemicals detected

PFAS Chemical Detected Number of Parts PFAS Chemical Detected In
Ethene, 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-, homopolymer 5843
1-Propene, 1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-, polymer with 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethene 362
Pentadecafluorooctanoic acid 333
Propane, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3-heptafluoro-3-[(1,2,2-trifluoroethenyl)oxy]-, polymer with 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethene 243
1-Hexene, 3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-nonafluoro-, polymer with ethene and 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethene 146
Perfluoro compounds, C5-18 93
Potassium 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluorobutane-1-sulphonate 53
Norflurane 46
1-Propene, 1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-, polymer with 1,1-difluoroethene 43
2-Propenoic Acid, 2-[Methyl[(Nonafluorobutyl)Sulfonyl]Amino]Ethyl Ester, Telomer With Methyloxirane Polymer With Oxirane Di-2-Propenoate and Methyloxirane Polymer With Oxirane Mono-Propenoate 39
1-Hexanesulfonic acid, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-tridecafluoro- 34
Ammonium pentadecafluorooctanoate 32
Tetrafluoroethylene 28
Heptacosafluorotetradecanoic acid 24
1-Hexanesulfonic acid, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-tridecafluoro-, lithium salt (1:1) 18
4,4'-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]diphenol 15
Pentacosafluorotridecanoic acid 15
1-Propene, 1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-, polymer with 1,1-difluoroethene and 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethene 13
Henicosafluoroundecanoic acid 13
Oxetane, 2,2,3,3-tetrafluoro-, homopolymer, fluorinated 13
Tricosafluorododecanoic acid 13
Propane, 2-(ethoxydifluoromethyl)-1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoro- 11
1-Octanesulfonic acid, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-heptadecafluoro-, ammonium salt (1:1) 10
Butane, 1-ethoxy-1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluoro- 10
Butane, 1,1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4-nonafluoro-4-methoxy- 9
Ethene, 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-, polymer with ethene 9
1-Propene, 1,1,2,3,3,3-hexafluoro-, oxidized, polymd. 7
Propane, 2-(difluoromethoxymethyl)-1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoro- 7
Triethoxy(3,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,8-tridecafluorooctyl)-silane 7
1-Propene, polymer with 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoroethene 6
Ethene, 1-chloro-1,2,2-trifluoro-, homopolymer 6
Ethyl perfluorononan-1-oate 6
Mixture of S,S,S',S'-Tetraphenylthiobis(4,1-phenylene)disulfonium dihexafluoroantimonate and diphenyl(4-phenylthiophenyl) sulfonium hexafluoroantimonate 6
Ethene, 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-, oxidized, polymd. 5
Pentanoic acid, 4,4-bis((gamma-omega-perfluoro-C8-20-alkyl)thio) derivs., compds. with diethanolamine 4
Poly[oxy[trifluoro(trifluoromethyl)-1,2-ethanediyl]], .alpha.-(1,1,2,2,2-pentafluoroethyl)-.omega.-[tetrafluoro(trifluoromethyl)ethoxy]- 4
1-Butanesulfonamide, 1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,4-nonafluoro-N-(2-hydroxyethyl)-N-methyl- 3
1-Octanesulfonamide, N-[3-(dimethyloxidoamino)propyl]-1,1,2,2,3,3,4,4,5,5, 6,6,7,7,8,8,8-heptadecafluoro- 3
ETFE 3
Ethene, fluoro-, homopolymer 3
Heptadecafluorooctanesulphonyl fluoride 3
Poly(difluoromethylene), .alpha.-(cyclohexylmethyl)-.omega.-hydro- 3
pentadecafluorooctyl chloride 2
Phosphonium, triphenyl(phenylmethyl)-, salt with 4,4'-[2,2,2-trifluoro-1-(trifluoromethyl)ethylidene]bis[phenol] (1:1) 2
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-hydro-.omega.-hydroxy-, ether with .alpha.-fluoro-.omega.-(2-hydroxyethyl)poly(difluoromethylene) (1:1) 2
(2-carboxylatoethyl)(dimethyl)[[[4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,9,9,10,10,11,11,12,12,13,13,14,15,15,15-tetracosafluoro-2-hydroxy-14-(trifluoromethyl)pentadecyl]amino]propyl]mmonium 1
1,1,1,2,2,4,5,5,5-nonafluoro-4-(trifluoromethyl )-3-pentanone 1
1-Propene, 1,1,2,3,3,3-Hexafluoro-, oxidzed, polymd., reduced, hydrolized reaction products with ammonia, mittlere Molmasse 3000 g/m 1
3-ethoxy-1,1,1,2,3,4,4,5,5,6,6,6-dodecafluoro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-hexane 1
Diammonium 4,4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8,9,9,10,10,11,11,11-heptadecafluoro-2-hydroxyundecyl phosphate 1
Ethene, 1,1,2,2-tetrafluoro-, polymer with 1,2,2-trifluoro-2-(trifluoromethoxy)ethene 1
Ethene, 1-chloro-1,2,2-trifluoro-, polymer with ethene 1
Pentafluoroethane 1
Pentane, 1,1,1,2,2,3,4,5,5,5-decafluoro- 1
Perfluoroethane 1
Propane, 1,1,1,3,3,3-hexafluoro- 1
Total Number of Instances PFAS Chemicals Detected in Parts 7561
 

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PFAS

June 9, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

New PFAS Regulation in Minnesota Coming in 2026

 

Minnesota-PFAS-RegulationGovernor signs law regulating products containing PFAS sold in Minnesota, effective January 1, 2026

On May 24, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz signed a new bill into law which regulates the selling of PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” in the state of Minnesota.

Effective January 1, 2026, the new regulation requires notification prior to selling, offering for sale, or distributing in the state any product that contains intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Per the regulation, on or before January 1, 2026, affected manufacturers must submit to the commissioner of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency information that includes:

  1. A brief description of the product, including a universal product code (UPC), stock keeping unit (SKU), or other numeric code assigned to the product;
  2. the purpose for which PFAS are used in the product, including in any product components;
  3. the amount of each PFAS, identified by its chemical abstracts service registry number (CAS Number), in the product, reported as an exact quantity determined using commercially available analytical methods or as falling within a range approved for reporting purposes by the commissioner;
  4. the name and address of the manufacturer and the name, address, and phone number of a contact person for the manufacturer; and
  5. any additional information requested by the commissioner as necessary to implement the requirements of this section.

Further, effective January 1, 2032, all products sold in Minnesota are banned from containing intentionally added PFAS entirely, unless deemed as an essential use by the state commissioner.

Intentionally added PFAS is also banned from certain categories of products even sooner, though this provision is expected to have minimal effect on the electronics industry. Effective January 1, 2025, intentionally added PFAS is completely banned from the following products: (1) carpets or rugs; (2) cleaning products; (3) cookware; (4) cosmetics; (5) dental floss; (6) fabric treatments; (7) juvenile products; (8) menstruation products; (9) textile furnishings; (10) ski wax; or (11) upholstered furniture.

The regulation is authorized as part of a larger spending bill for the state, HF2310A. The spending bill creates a new section, 116.943 - PFAS Containing Products, to Chapter 116 of the Minnesota State Statutes containing the PFAS provisions.

Minnesota’s new PFAS regulation closely resembles the PFAS regulation recently enacted in the state of Maine. (Note: On June 1, the Maine PFAS regulation implementation deadline was delayed by 2 years until 2025.)

Read the full text of the new Minnesota PFAS regulation here. Details on the progression of the bill through the Minnesota legislature and governor’s office can be found here.

GreenSoft Technology offers a PFAS solution for manufacturers

GreenSoft Technology’s Data Services solution provides affected companies with the chemical data from their supply chain that is needed to comply with the new Minnesota PFAS regulation.

Our data collection team will contact your suppliers to obtain data on the substances contained in your products and components. We’ll validate that data for accuracy and completeness, and then check it against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Master List of PFAS Chemicals, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) list of PFAS chemicals, and any other global environmental regulations that you must comply with.

With our Turnkey Service, we can generate the necessary compliance reports for you. Or you can use our GreenData Manager software to manage your company’s substance database and easily generate reports for this and other environmental regulations.

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PFAS

June 7, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Maine PFAS Regulation Deadline Extended to 2025

 

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Deadline for reporting PFAS under Maine’s new regulation pushed to January 1, 2025 

On June 1, the U.S. state of Maine approved an amendment to the state’s PFAS regulation extending the reporting deadline to January 1, 2025. 

The regulation mandates reporting requirements for any products sold in the state of Maine which contain intentionally added perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). The original reporting deadline in the initial publication of the regulation was January 1, 2023.  

With this new deadline extension, affected companies will have an additional two years to comply with the regulation. The changes made in the amendment are made retroactive to January 1, 2023. 

In addition to extending the reporting deadline to January 1, 2025, the amendment also: 

  • Authorizes reporting the amount of total organic fluorine if the amount of each PFAS compound is not known, 
  • Allows the amount of PFAS to be reported based on information provided by a supplier rather than testing, 
  • Clarifies the packaging exemption under the law regulating PFAS in products, 
  • Exempts from PFAS reporting requirements manufacturers that employ 25 or fewer people, 
  • Clarifies that the requirements and prohibitions of PFAS in products do not apply to used products or used product components, and 
  • Makes other technical clarifications to PFAS reporting requirements.   

The full text of the regulation and the amendment can be found online. GreenSoft Technology’s summary of the regulation requirements can be found on our blog. 

GreenSoft Technology offers a PFAS solution for manufacturers

With the new reporting deadline of January 1, 2025 over a year away, now is the time to start preparing for the effective date by collecting data from the supply chain and evaluating products for the presence of PFAS. 

GreenSoft Technology’s Data Services solution provides affected companies with the chemical data from their supply chain that is needed to comply with the Maine PFAS regulation. 

Our data collection team will contact your suppliers to obtain data on the substances contained in your product and components. We’ll validate that data for accuracy and completeness, and then check it against the U.S. EPA’s Master List of PFAS Chemicals (the list which the Maine PFAS regulation references to identify PFAS substances), as well as any other global environmental regulations you must comply with.  

With our Turnkey Service, we can generate the necessary compliance reports for you. Or you can use our GreenData Manager software to manage your company’s substance database and generate reports for this and other environmental regulations.  

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Conflict Minerals

June 6, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

New Conflict Minerals Reporting Template Version 6.31 Released

 

New-Conflict-Mineral-Reporting-TemplateConflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT) 6.31 now available to download

On May 26, the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) released an updated Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT) version: CMRT 6.31.

CMRT forms are used to exchange conflict minerals data across the supply chain in order to comply with the U.S. Conflict Minerals regulation (U.S. Dodd-Frank Act of 2010).

Changes to CMRT 6.31 from the prior version include:

  • Minor revisions to correct reported issues including those related to “Declaration,” “Smelter List,” and “Smelter Look-up” tabs on CMRT 6.3.

The new CMRT 6.31 form can be downloaded online.

Note: CMRT 6.31 was released on May 26, 2023. A previous version, CMRT 6.3, was released on May 5, 2023, but contained reported issues. The RMI organization has corrected the issues in the updated CMRT 6.31 release. The RMI organization recommends using CMRT 6.31 or higher for the Reporting Year.

GreenSoft Technology provides CMRT collection and conflict minerals compliance services

GreenSoft Technology helps companies manage Conflict Minerals compliance as part of our Conflict Minerals data services. We provide CMRT collection, validation, and review for your Reasonable Country of Origin Inquiries (RCOIs). We also offer Smelter or Refiner (SOR) Validation, and Extended Mineral Reporting Template (EMRT) collection.

For existing GreenSoft Technology customers, our data services team will prepare to start using CMRT 6.31 for data collection going forward. And our software development team will begin preparations to update our GreenData Manager (GDM) software Conflict Minerals Module for CMRT 6.31.

Learn more about how our Data Services help your company with Conflict Minerals compliance by contacting us.

 

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White Paper

May 19, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Staying Ahead of the Game: Using Full Material Declaration (FMD) Data to Ensure Compliance with Current and Future Regulations

 

FMD-White-PaperDownload our new White Paper on green compliance management best practices for component manufacturers today!

GreenSoft Technology has published a new White Paper on the benefits of Full Material Declaration (FMD) data for green compliance management.

Staying Ahead of the Game: Using FMD Data to Ensure Compliance with Current and Future Regulations provides an overview of the environmental regulation challenges and solutions for electronic component manufacturers.

Download the White Paper for free in our White Paper Library!

A practical solution for ever-changing green regulations

As demand for green compliance regulations increases across the globe, component manufacturers face new challenges to comply with these complex regulations. Failure to comply can result in fines, loss of business, and harm to the environment. GreenSoft Technology provides a practical way to manage these challenges.

GreenSoft Technology’s FMD solution creates a materials database for products, which can be used to validate against current and future green regulations from around the world. The database also provides an early warning for whether products will remain compliant when restricted substance listings are still in the proposal stage, so companies can stay ahead of the game.

This new White Paper outlines GreenSoft Technology's 3-step process for implementing an FMD materials database solution. The solution helps component manufacturers create their company's material database with FMD data, validate it against various green compliance regulations from different regions, and generate compliance statements per required regulations in industry-standard exchange formats.

GreenSoft Technology's FMD solution enables component manufacturers to meet their green compliance requirements in a cost-effective and streamlined manner. By investing in an FMD materials database, component manufacturers can manage the increasing demands of green compliance regulations and stay ahead of future regulations.

Download Staying Ahead of the Game: Using Full Material Declaration (FMD) Data to Ensure Compliance with Current and Future Regulations today and learn how GreenSoft Technology's FMD solution can help your company manage green compliance requirements efficiently and effectively.

 

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Webinar

May 18, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Watch On-Demand: Unlocking the Power of Full Material Declaration (FMD) Data Webinar

 

FMD-webinar-on-demandDiscover the benefits of using Full Material Declaration (FMD) data to manage your product compliance and supply chain data collection

On May 11, GreenSoft Technology hosted an educational webinar on the power of using Full Material Declaration (FMD) data for compliance management.

Unlocking the Power of FMD Data for Compliance Management is now available to view on-demand in our Webinar Archive.

Get in-depth information from webinar host Randy Flinders, Compliance Specialist for GreenSoft Technology, on how to incorporate FMD data into your product environmental compliance strategy.

Webinar viewers will learn:

  • Best practices for collecting and maintaining FMD data
  • How to validate supplier FMDs for trustworthiness
  • How to leverage FMDs as evidence of compliance for regulations such as EU RoHS and EU REACH
  • How disclosed proprietary substances impact FMD value and how to deal with them

Maintaining FMD data on your products is key to streamlining product compliance

Compliance with environmental regulations such as EU RoHS, EU REACH, EU POPs, California Proposition 65, US TSCA, and other regulations can be a significant challenge for electronics manufacturers. These regulations are constantly evolving, and staying up-to-date with compliance requirements can be a complex and time-consuming process.

Using FMD data allows you to stay ahead of the game. When regulations change or new regulations arise, you’ll already have the data you need to validate your products right away instead of playing catch-up.

Learn more by viewing the webinar recording online, or visit our website to learn about GreenSoft Technology’s FMD solution for electronics and component manufacturers.

 

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Conflict Minerals

May 17, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

New Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT) Released

 

New-Extended-Mineral-Reporting-TemplateExtended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT) 1.2 now available to download

On May 12, the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) released an updated Extended Minerals Reporting Template (EMRT) version: EMRT 1.2.

EMRT forms are used to facilitate the transfer of due diligence information on the presence of cobalt and mica in supply chains.

The EMRT form was developed by the RMI organization in accordance with the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas.

Changes to EMRT 1.2 from the prior version include:

  • Corrections to all reported bugs and errors
  • Updates to Smelter Reference List and Standard Smelter List

Along with EMRT 1.2, RMI also released an EMRT Completion Guide. Both the new EMRT 1.2 form and the Completion Guide can be downloaded online.

RMI recommends using EMRT version 1.2 for current reporting year declarations. The next version of the EMRT is anticipated to be released in Spring 2024.

The first version of the EMRT form was launched in October 2021. RMI recommends using the EMRT form for cobalt and mica supplier reporting rather than the Cobalt Reporting Template (CRT) or Mica Reporting Template (MRT), both of which were phased out in March 2022.

GreenSoft Technology provides EMRT collection and conflict minerals compliance services

GreenSoft Technology helps companies manage Conflict Minerals compliance as part of our Conflict Minerals data services. We provide EMRT collection, validation, and review, as well as Conflict Mineral Reporting Template (CMRT) collection and Smelter or Refiner (SOR) Validation services.

For existing GreenSoft Technology customers, our data services team will prepare to start using EMRT 1.2 for data collection going forward. And our software development team will begin preparations to update our GreenData Manager (GDM) software Extended Minerals Module for EMRT 1.2.

Learn more about how our Data Services and software can help your company with EMRT collection and Conflict Minerals compliance by contacting us.

 

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EU REACH

May 16, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Additions to EU REACH Restricted Substance Lists Coming Soon

 

Proposed-Additions-to-EU-REACHTwo proposals in the works to add substances to EU REACH SVHC and Annex XIV

The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) recently announced two proposals to add substances to the restricted substances lists under the EU REACH regulation.

On February 17, two new substances were proposed to be added to the EU REACH Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) list.

And on April 12, eight substances were proposed to be added to Annex XIV of the EU REACH regulation.

Two substances recommended to be added, which would bring the SVHC List to SHVC-235

On February 17, ECHA launched a consultation period for adding two new substances to the SVHC list. If approved, the change would bring the SVHC list up to 235 entries.

The consultation period is now closed, and ECHA will review the comments received before making their final recommendation to add one or both substances to the SVHC list.

The two substances proposed to be added are:

  • Bis (4-chlorophenyl) sulphone (EC #201-247-9/CAS #80-07-9)
  • Diphenyl (2,4,6-trimethylbenzoyl) phosphine oxide (EC #278-355-8/CAS #75980-60-80)

More information about the two proposed substances can be found online.

The inclusion of substances in the EU REACH SVHC List brings immediate obligations for affected companies using the substances in their products above the stated threshold, including customer notification requirements and notifying ECHA through submissions to the SCIP Database.

Eight substances recommended to be added to EU REACH Annex XIV

On April 12, ECHA published a recommendation for the European Commission to add eight substances, including lead, to the EU REACH Authorization list under Annex XIV. Once substances are added to the list, companies will need to apply to authorization to continue using them.

The eight substances are:

  • Ethylenediamine
  • 2-(4-tertbutylbenzyl)propionaldehyde and its individual stereoisomers
  • Lead
  • Glutaral
  • 2-methyl-1-(4-methylthiophenyl)-2-morpholinopropan-1-one
  • 2-benzyl-2- dimethylamino-4’-morpholinobutyrophenone
  • Diisohexyl phthalate
  • Orthoboric acid, sodium salt

Before sending its recommendation to the European Commission, ECHA received comments during a three-month consultation period. The inclusion of lead in the draft recommendation generated many comments during the consultation and led to an active discussion in ECHA’s Member State Committee related to the expected workload for industry and authorities at the next stage.

The European Commission will now decide which substances are included in the Authorization List and what conditions apply for each substance. If a substance is included in the Authorization List, it can only be placed on the EEA market or used after a given date, if an authorization is granted for a specific use.

More information about the reasons for recommending these substances for authorization and of their uses is available online.

GreenSoft can help with EU REACH compliance

GreenSoft Technology helps companies manage EU REACH compliance by performing data collection, data validation, substance calculations and report generation as part of our EU REACH data services, including coverage for the SCIP Database.

Learn more about how our Data Services help your company with EU REACH compliance by contacting us.

 

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PLM Integration

May 15, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Introducing PDSVISION’S GreenData Manager (GDM) Integrator for Windchill PLM

 

GDM-WindchillA new tool to connect Windchill PLM with GreenData Manager (GDM) software for streamlined data management

GreenSoft Technology has teamed up with RoHS Management Oy, an authorized GreenData Manager (GDM) software distributor in Scandinavia/Europe, and PDSVISION, a global provider of digital product development solutions, to launch GDM Integrator.

GDM Integrator is a powerful new tool that streamlines product lifecycle management (PLM) data management by linking GDM software and Windchill PLM to enable seamless data exchange between the systems.

GDM Integrator enables users to view compliance information provided by GreenSoft Technology within the Windchill environment, allowing your R&D department to easily make strategic decisions on component selection.

Plus, GDM Integrator significantly reduces the need for manual data entry by exporting Bills of Materials (BOMs) directly into GDM Software, improving data accuracy and efficiency.

GDM Integrator is now available for purchase from PDSVISION's website. For more information, visit https://pdsvision.com/mypds/apps/gdm-integrator.

See GDM Integrator in-person at LiveWorx 2023 in Boston

PDSVISION will showcase GDM Integrator at LiveWorx 2023, the premier technology conference focused on digital transformation and emerging technologies. The event takes place this week on May 15-18, 2023, in Boston, MA. Register to attend online.

 

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Conflict Minerals

May 11, 2023 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

New Conflict Minerals Reporting Template Version 6.3 Released

 

Conflict-Mineral-Reporting-TemplateConflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT) 6.3 now available to download

On May 5, the Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) released an updated Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT) version: CMRT 6.3.

CMRT forms are used to exchange conflict minerals data across the supply chain in order to comply with the U.S. Conflict Minerals regulation (U.S. Dodd-Frank Act of 2010).

Changes to CMRT 6.3 from the prior version include:

•  Corrections to all reported bugs and errors
•  Updates to tips on the Instructions tabs
•  Enhancements which do not conflict with IPC-1755A
     – Update to ISO short names for countries, states / provinces
•  Updates to the Smelter Reference List

CMRT forms are typically updated once per year by the RMI organization. The last major CMRT update was to version 6.22 in May 2022. The next version of the CMRT is anticipated to be released in Spring 2024.

RMI recommends using CMRT version 6.01 or higher for current reporting year declarations. The new CMRT 6.3 form can be downloaded online.

GreenSoft Technology provides CMRT collection and conflict minerals compliance services

GreenSoft Technology helps companies manage Conflict Minerals compliance as part of our Conflict Minerals data services. We provide CMRT collection, validation, and review for your Reasonable Country of Origin Inquiries (RCOIs). We also offer Smelter or Refiner (SOR) Validation, and Extended Mineral Reporting Template (EMRT) collection.

For existing GreenSoft Technology customers, our data services team will prepare to start using CMRT 6.3 for data collection going forward. And our software development team will begin preparations to update our GreenData Manager (GDM) software Conflict Minerals Module for CMRT 6.3.

Learn more about how our Data Services help your company with Conflict Minerals compliance by contacting us.

 

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