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Conflict Minerals

August 5, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Learn About Smelter or Refiner (SOR) Validation

August 05, 2015｜Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

SOR_ValidationIn June, we announced our latest Data Service for Conflict Minerals compliance: Smelter or Refiner (SOR) Validation.

Now we're releasing a detailed data sheet on this service to explain our comprehensive SOR validation process, and how it can release suppliers from the burden of contacting multiple suppliers, sub-suppliers, and even smelters or refiners directly.

In order to validate the compliance status of SORs listed by supplier disclosures in support of the conflict minerals provision of the Dodd-Frank Act, direct contact with suppliers and SORs is required. With language barriers, time zone differences, and frequently unresponsive suppliers, this process can be very time consuming and frustrating for electronics manufactures.

GreenSoft's SOR Validation service will handle the validation for you, including communicating with your supply chain for document gathering and validating the supplied information across databases such as CFSI/CFSP and LBMA/RJC/DMCC.

Our team will review information provided by suppliers to ensure data quality. Your dedicated Project Manager will keep you routinely updated on the project status and deliverables. And if you don't have an existing SOR list prepared, we can create one for you by extracting information from documents provided by your suppliers.

GreenSoft SOR Validation

Get the full details from our Smelter or Refiner Validation data sheet. Then contact us to request a demo or quotation. We'll throw in a FREE Risk Analysis for you!

 

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GreenData Manager Software

July 24, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

New Product Release: Auto Downloader for GreenData Manager

An Automated and Secure System to Deliver PartData to GreenData Manager Users

The Auto Downloader option for GreenSoft Technology’s award-winning GreenData Manager (GDM) software provides an automated, secure way for GDM users to automatically receive PartData files directly from GreenSoft’s servers. This option eliminates the need to manually download and import PartData files delivered by GreenSoft after collection and validation.

Saving Time Is Saving Money

  • Regular manual downloads and imports by GDM users to keep data current are no longer needed.
  • Maintain up-to-date status on all parts, materials, and products automatically.
  • Includes import of all substance, lifecycle, compliance, and conflict minerals data, as well as all documents.
  • Activity log provides a detailed record of all parts and files downloaded and imported.

Always Know You’re Up to Date

When you activate the Auto Downloader, you’ll get access to powerful tools and information. A quick statistics check shows exactly how your local database aligns with the latest data on GreenSoft servers.

Download the Auto Downloader data sheet to learn more.

If you’d like to know more about any of GreenSoft’s Data Management and Conflict Minerals offerings, including RoHS-2, REACH SVHC, CMRT data collection, and smelters or refiners validation and verification, or GreenSoft’s award-winning GreenData Manager software, please contact us for more information and a demonstration.

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Korea REACH

July 15, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Korea Releases First List of 510 Substances Regulated Under K-REACH

July 15, 2015｜Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

k-reachSouth Korea's Ministry of Environment (MoE) released their first priority existing chemicals (PEC) list to the Korean Gazette on July 1. The list contains 510 substances subject to Korea's Act on the Registration and Evaluation of Chemicals (K-REACH).

Manufacturers or importers of the 510 substances in amounts exceeding one ton per year are required to register their use of the substances before July 1, 2018.

The list was published in both Korean and English. It is available to download as PDF here.

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EU REACH

June 29, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

ECHA Shortlists 200 Substances for Possible REACH Restrictions

June 29, 2015｜Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

ECHAOn June 25, the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) selected approximately 200 substances from the REACH registrations for further scrutiny to decide whether there is a need for regulatory action, such as compliance check, substance evaluation, harmonized classification and labeling, authorization or restriction.

The list of these 200 substances has not been released. The selection is based on an automated screening focusing on substances with potential CMR (carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic to reproduction), PBT (persistent bioaccumulative toxic), endocrine disrupting or sensitizing properties. Substances are then further prioritized based on uses that are likely to lead to exposure to humans or release to the environment.

The 200 substances shortlisted are registered by 800 companies, which will soon receive a letter from ECHA informing them of the on-going examination of their registrations. These companies are invited to update their dossier to address any shortcomings, as up-to-date information will help the Member State authorities better assess whether the concern indicated by the screening is confirmed, and whether regulatory action is still considered appropriate.

More information is available online.

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Five Entries Added to EU REACH SVHC List

EU REACH SVHC List now contains 240 Entries. Environmental compliance is required for companies using such substances. GreenSoft can help with SCIP Database submissions and more.

EU RoHS

June 19, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

4 New Phthalate Substances Added to RoHS-2 Annex II

June 19, 2015｜Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

eu-rohsOn June 4, the European Commission announced that four new phthalate substances have been added to the restricted substances list under Annex II of the EU RoHS-2 Directive on March 31.

The new substance restrictions take effect in July 2019 for all electrical and electronic equipment categories except medical devices and monitoring and control equipment, which have until July 2021 to become compliant.

The RoHS-2 regulation with the four new substances is sometimes referred to within the compliance industry as "RoHS-3," although it is still officially considered the RoHS-2 regulation by the European Commission.

The four new restricted substances are:

  • Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)
  • Butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP)
  • Dibutyl phthalate (DBP)
  • Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP)

The EU had notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) in December to expect these RoHS-2 Annex II additions, but at the time the EU expected an official announcement in February or March instead of June.

Full text of the Amendment is available online.

 

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EU REACH

June 15, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

2 New Substances Added to REACH SVHC Candidate List

ECHAToday the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) added two new substances to the REACH Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) Candidate List. The list is now up to 163 substances.

With the inclusion of the substances on the SVHC Candidate List, manufacturers and importers of products containing the substances now have six months from today to notify ECHA if they continue to use the substances.

The two newly added substances are:

  1. 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, di-C6-10-alkyl esters; 1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, mixed decyl and hexyl and octyl diesters with ≥ 0.3% of dihexyl phthalate (EC No. 201-559-5)
  2. 5-sec-butyl-2-(2,4-dimethylcyclohex-3-en-1-yl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxane [1], 5-secbutyl-2-(4,6-dimethylcyclohex-3-en-1-yl)-5-methyl-1,3-dioxane [2] [covering any of the individual stereoisomers of [1] and [2] or any combination thereof]

More details on the substances and explanations for the inclusion of the substances on the SVHC Candidate list is available here.

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Conflict Minerals

June 12, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

CFSI Jumps to CMRT 4.01 Forms to Correct Errors

The Conflict Free Sourcing Initiative (CFSI), an initiative of EICC and GeSI, released a new Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT) version today: CMRT 4.01.

The new CMRT 4.01 form comes just a few months after CFSI released the CMRT 4.0 form on April 30 this year.

CMRT 4.01 makes the following changes, none of which affect the function of 4.0:

  • The new CMRT 4.01 forms include an updated smelter list.
  • Declaration: requests additional information even when checker has been completed (i.e., message in cell I3 does not turn off)
  • Smelter list: tungsten turns red if the last two options from the pick list are chosen
  • Checker: bottom three rows only turn green if tantalum turns green

To access the new CMRT 4.01 forms or learn more, visit the CFSI website.

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Conflict Minerals

June 11, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Smelter or Refiner Validation with GreenSoft

SOR_ValidationOne of your due diligence responsibilities as a manufacturer is to make a reasonable effort to ensure you’re using accurate information from your suppliers.

Validating Smelters or Refiners (SORs) provided by your suppliers has become a key aspect in delivering acceptable CMRT forms. Validation includes determining whether a smelter or refiner is conflict-free, a legal entity, or an entity that can trade conflict minerals. GreenSoft leverages lists from private industry and other organizations to determine the validity of SORs. If SORs cannot be validated through authenticated lists, GreenSoft will contact the SORs directly or pressure the suppliers to obtain proof of legitimacy.

GreenSoft offers SOR validation as an optional service for the Conflict Minerals data collection program. Our validation process ensures you're using accurate and complete information without having to go through the hassle yourself.

We've released a detailed description of our validation process on our new website. Check it out here.

When you're ready to let GreenSoft do the leg work of smelter validation for you so you can focus on your core competencies, give us a call at +1-323-254-5961 or email sales@greensofttech.com.

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June 4, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Register for Regulatory Compliance Strategies & Solutions Workshop

June 04, 2015｜Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

We’re excited to present at two Global Regulatory Roundtables next week in Santa Clara and Costa Mesa, CA.

Hosted by VDE Americas, “Regulatory Compliance Strategies & Solutions for Wireless Enabled Products Sold Globally” will provide revealing insights into topics such as:

  • Defining the regulatory “value chain”
  • Managing the data collection process for environmental compliance
  • IT Security for Smart Home Technologies
  • Introduction to the Information Technology and Consumer Electronics Standard 62368-1 (replaces IEC/EN/UL 60950)

If you are a product manager, developer, or regulatory engineer responsible for the development and deployment of wireless enabled products, this is a must attend event.

Space is limited for these complimentary events and will sell out. Reserve your seat today!

Tuesday, June 9
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Embassy Suites Santa Clara
2885 Lakeside Drive
Santa Clara, CA 95045
Register Now

Thursday, June 11
9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Hilton Orange County
3050 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
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June 2, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

Welcome to the new greensofttech.com!

GreenSoft Technology, Inc. has a new website and we're excited to share it with you! Check it out at www.greensofttech.com.

The new site features in-depth resources on environmental compliance including:

Our Compliance Blog has also moved to its new home on the new website. Be sure to subscribe to receive our new blog posts in your email inbox.

We also launched our corporate Twitter account last month, and redesigned our corporate LinkedIn account as well. Follow us and join the conversation about RoHS-2, REACH SVHC, Conflict Minerals and global compliance regulations!

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China RoHS

May 29, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

China RoHS Gets Its Recast: What You Need to Know About China RoHS-2

china-rohsOn May 18, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (“MIIT”) released a draft version of their revised China RoHS legislation for public comments. The public-comment period ends June 17, and the new China RoHS-2 draft may be further revised before it becomes official law later in the year.

The legislation is formally named “Management Methods for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products” and full text is available from the MIIT website. Access to the full English translation is available from Foley & Lardner LLP.

The existing China RoHS-1 legislation established content limits for hazardous substances, and labeling and information disclosure requirements. The labeling and disclosure requirements have been in place since March 2007, but the content limit requirements have not been implemented.

The draft China RoHS-2 legislation would make several changes, including:

  • Applying content limits for hazardous substances to the electrical and electronic products listed in the “Compliance Management Catalogue,” a to-be-developed list of electronic and electrical products that will be issued in successive batches over the duration of the program
  • Modifying the “compulsory certification” approach in China RoHS-1 for a potentially more flexible “conformity assessment system”
  • Removing the “products manufactured for export” exemption included in China RoHS-1
  • Expanding or adjusting the scope of labeling and information-disclosure requirements
  • Excluding power generation, transmission and distribution equipment from the definition of “electrical and electronic products”
  • Re-introducing packaging material standard conformity requirements that had been removed in earlier drafts

What China RoHS-2 Means for GreenSoft Clients
China RoHS-2 is not final. The new catalog is still under development and the new "conformity assessment system" is still to be defined. GreenSoft will monitor developments closely and when the regulation is final GreenSoft's customers will be notified by their dedicated Project Manager immediately to discuss the changes and implications.

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Conflict Minerals

May 20, 2015 | Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

EU Parliament Votes for Mandatory Conflict Minerals Certification

May 20, 2015｜Written by GreenSoft Technology, Inc.

european-commissionAfter an EU Parliament Commission voted last month to move forward with draft Conflict Minerals legislation, the full EU Parliament voted yesterday to amend the draft legislation and make the certification of conflict minerals imports mandatory instead of self-certified.

In a 400 to 285 vote, the Parliament overturned the Commission's self-certification proposal by requesting mandatory compliance for all European Union importers sourcing from conflict areas, and required that importers or manufacturers obtain information from downstream suppliers on the steps taken to identify and address risks in the supply chain for conflict minerals.

The Parliament also voted for more frequent monitoring and review of the legislation, every three years instead of every six years, and requested financial support for small or medium-sized businesses wishing to obtain certification through the EU's Competitiveness of Enterprises and Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (COSME) program.

The next step for Parliament is to enter into informal talks with EU member states to come to an agreement on the final version of the legislation.

We will keep you posted of all conflict minerals legislation developments coming from the EU and other jurisdictions. More details on the EU Parliament vote are available here.

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