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RoHS Directive: Sustainability through electronics

What is RoHS really?




The RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) , often called "RoHS 2" and updated by "RoHS 3" (Dir. 2015/863), is not a mere formality, but the cornerstone of consumer electronics safety. Its purpose is to limit the use of substances that are extremely toxic to humans and the environment in electrical and electronic equipment (EEE).

While initially the focus was on 6 substances, today the legislation limits as many as 10 , including:

  • Lead and Mercury

  • Cadmium

  • Hexavalent Chromium

  • Phthalates (DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIBP): plasticizers recently added because they are dangerous for the endocrine system.


Why it is essential today

In modern merchandising, where gadgets are increasingly technological and "smart", RoHS compliance is the only way to guarantee:

  1. Total safety for the user: Prevents prolonged use of an object (such as headphones or a power bank) from exposing the customer to harmful chemicals.

  2. Circular Economy: A product free of toxic substances is much easier and safer to recycle, reducing the impact of electronic waste (e-waste).

  3. Legal Compliance: Without RoHS, there can be no CE marking . Distributing non-compliant gadgets exposes the company to heavy fines and product recall.


Concrete impact on branded gadgets

Not everything with a battery is created equal. For Stegip, quality means that every component of our tech accessories complies with legal limits. This includes:

  • Power bank: Lead-free circuitry and soldering.

  • Headphones and Speakers: Plastic materials free of toxic phthalates.

  • Smart Accessories: Safe and sustainable internal sensors and components.


Choosing a RoHS-compliant gadget transforms a simple corporate gift into a statement of values. The message is clear: "Our brand innovates and communicates, but it does so while protecting your health and the planet."


updated list of the 10 substances (often improperly called "elements") restricted by the RoHS 3 directive (EU Delegated Directive 2015/863) .

The regulation establishes a maximum concentration limit of 0.1% by weight (except for Cadmium, which is much more restrictive: 0.01% ) in homogeneous materials.


The 6 historical ones (RoHS 1 and 2)


  1. Lead (Pb): Historically used in solders, printed circuit boards, and cathode ray tube glass.

  2. Mercury (Hg): Found in some fluorescent lamps and switches.

  3. Cadmium (Cd): (limit 0.01%) used in rechargeable batteries, pigments and metal coatings.

  4. Hexavalent Chromium (Cr VI): used for anti-corrosion metal finishes and chrome plating.

  5. Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB): Flame retardants added to the plastics of electronic cases.

  6. Polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs): another category of flame retardants for plastics and cables.


The 4 added Phthalates (RoHS 3)


These were included because they are commonly used as plasticizers to make PVC cables and sheaths flexible, but they are dangerous endocrine disruptors:


7. Bis(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate (DEHP)

8. Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP)

9. Dibutyphthalate (DBP)

10. Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP)

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CE Marking: The Invisible Passport for Products in Europe


The meaning that generates trust

The CE marking is a clear declaration: the product complies with European standards in terms of safety, health and environmental protection.

For companies, it means direct access to the European market (EEA) and immediate recognition of compliance.


The operational value

Applying the CE marking means:

  • analyze the risks

  • verify compliance with EU directives

  • build solid technical documentation

  • ensure continuity in production controls

A process that improves the overall quality of the product.


The role in merchandising

In the world of tech merchandising:

  • power bank

  • speaker

  • smart devices

The CE marking becomes a concrete lever of credibility .



A certified product communicates:

“This brand operates according to European standards and guarantees quality.”


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6DAYS 2026: A Century of History, Passion and Challenge



1913

Six days of racing.

Dust, mud, engines and nations competing.

One of the most legendary competitions in the history of motorcycling is born.

The first edition takes place in the United Kingdom under the name International Six Days Trial, a challenge of regularity and endurance that tests riders and motorcycles on long, demanding and unpredictable routes.

From the very beginning, the concept is simple yet revolutionary: six consecutive days of racing where nations compete as teams, transforming a motorcycle competition into a true international contest.

Over time, the race has crossed eras, wars and technological transformations, becoming one of the most prestigious events in world motorcycling.

Today it is known as the International Six Days Enduro, often called the “Olympics of Enduro.”

In 2026, the event organized by the Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme will reach an extraordinary milestone: its 100th edition.

A historic anniversary that will take place in Portugal, bringing together riders, teams, and enthusiasts from all over the world to celebrate more than a century of competition, innovation and team spirit.


For Stegip 4, being part of this edition represents much more than a collaboration: it is the opportunity to help tell a story that spans more than one hundred years.

Also for the 2026 edition, we will be the Official Merchandising Producer of the 6DAYS.

For this event we are developing an exclusive collection dedicated to the centenary edition: a line designed to transform every product into a tangible memory of a legendary event, capable of exciting fans, teams and collectors around the world.


As Stefano D'Ambrosio, CEO of Stegip 4Communication, highlights:

“Being part of the 100th edition of the Six Days is a great honor for us. It is not just a competition: it is a heritage of history, passion and team spirit. With the official merchandising we want to help tell the story of this unique anniversary.”

Follow us and don’t miss the launch of the new collection coming soon!


 
 
 
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