RoHS Marking and Substance Declaration – Enforcement from January 2026

In a move that brings Taiwan further in line with the EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU), BSMI has introduced mandatory RoHS compliance marking for a wide range of electrical and electronic products.

Previously voluntary, the updated rules now require:

• Declaration of restricted substances (lead, mercury, cadmium, etc.) in accordance with CNS 15663
• visible RoHS marking (similar to EU “CE + RoHS” labelling) on product or packaging
• availability of supporting technical documentation upon request

This applies to BSMI-regulated products, including but not limited to:

• Home appliances
• Information technology equipment
• Audio-video electronics
• Lighting and power supplies

Market Surveillance & Penalties:

Starting 1 January 2026, BSMI will begin random inspections of products in the marketplace.

Non-compliant products may be subject to import rejection, fines, or product recall.

Manufacturers and importers must ensure:

• Accurate RoHS declarations
• Updated labelling and manuals
• Accessible technical files proving substance compliance

More information:
Anja Jerovšek
E-mail: anja.jerovsek@siq.si
Tel.: +386 1 4778 147