The Sony Technical Standard SS‑00259 establishes the purpose and scope for controlling hazardous substances in parts, materials and accessories used in Sony products. It clarifies which substances are banned, which are to be phased out, and which are exempt, aiming to comply with laws, reduce environmental impact, and preserve the ecosystem.
The document details classification levels, allowable concentrations, measurement methods, and specific target substances such as cadmium, lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, PCBs, PBDEs, asbestos and formaldehyde. It also provides pre‑conditioning and analytical techniques (ICP‑OES, ICP‑MS, AAS) for verifying compliance.
| Allowable concentration for plastics (including rubber), paints and inks | Less than 5 ppm |
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