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Handheld XRF Technology Ensures Consumer Safety and Regulatory Compliance

On-the-spot material chemistry analysis is possible with portable X-ray fluorescence

Olympus
Mon, 04/10/2017 - 12:01
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Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) regulations help protect the public from the toxicity and pollution associated with consumer products and electronics. Beyond public health and safety concerns, the cost of noncompliance, including fines, product recalls, and decreased customer confidence, can be a significant burden for any organization.

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To help ensure public safety and reduce the risk of noncompliance, manufacturers use X-ray fluorescence (XRF) technology to provide rapid, accurate elemental analysis when screening for lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), arsenic (As), mercury (Hg), chromium (Cr), and other toxic metals in consumer products such as toys, apparel and footwear, and electronics.

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