Open consultation

Exemption under RoHS regulations for mercury in discharge lamps for special purposes

• From: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
• Published: 10 March 2025

Summary

Consultation on an exemption renewal under the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) regulations to use mercury in discharge lamps for special purposes.

This consultation is being held on another website.

This consultation closes at
11:59pm on 4 May 2025

Consultation description

We want to know whether you think renewal of the exemption is justified. This includes gathering views on alternatives and substitutes, whether these are practical and any potential impact for end users. 

Published 10 March 2025