R2:2013 draft document available

R2:2013 draft document available

By Editorial Staff, Resource Recycling

R2 Solutions has released the first draft of its proposed R2:2013 revisions to the electronic recycling certification.

Developed with stakeholder input and review by the R2 Technical Advisory Committee, the revisions aim to clarify and improve on the R2:2008 requirements. Among the changes are clarifications of the definition of focus materials, as well as clarification that R2:2013 only permits import and export of e-scrap containing focus materials that is in compliance with the laws of both the importing and exporting country. Other changes that clarify the role of reuse, refurbishment and EH&S procedures are also included.

A public comment [1] period on the revisions will be in effect until Dec. 16. Aggregated comments will be taken into consideration as the R2 TAC prepares the final document for release next year.

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