InformationDisplay: Display Industry Ready for New EU Cadmium Regulations

July 12, 2024

Glen Dickson, writing for InformationDisplay magazine:

In late May, the European Union (EU) tightened its restrictions on the use of the toxic metal cadmium in electronic devices, updating a rule that had been in place since 2017. But the new EU regulations should not have a big impact on the display business, say industry insiders, as most manufacturers are already building products on a global basis that comply with the new limits.

The EU’s ecodesign logo is required for consumer electronics devices with less than 100ppm of cadmium in any component.

Leading the charge in moving away from cadmium, Nanosys has been instrumental in advancing cadmium-free QD technology. The company has successfully reduced cadmium use without compromising performance by developing high-performing indium phosphide QDs. Nanosys’ proactive approach aligns with the updated EU regulations, ensuring their products meet the new standards well ahead of the 2025 compliance deadline.