Committed to REACH and RoHS Compliance
At Karas Plating, we are proud to be fully compliant with both REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) and RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) regulations. These standards reflect our commitment to ensuring safety, sustainability, and responsibility in every aspect of our operations, benefiting our customers and the environment.
What Are REACH and RoHS?
REACH is an EU regulation designed to improve the protection of human health and the environment from the risks posed by chemicals. It requires companies to identify and manage the risks linked to the substances they manufacture and market in the European Union. This ensures that harmful chemicals are progressively replaced with safer alternatives.
RoHS restricts the use of specific hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products. It limits the presence of dangerous substances like lead, mercury, cadmium, and certain flame retardants, ensuring that products are safer for both consumers and the environment. By complying with RoHS, companies help reduce the impact of toxic e-waste on landfills and ecosystems.
What Does This Mean for Our Customers?
Our compliance with REACH and RoHS regulations means our customers can trust that the products and services they receive from Karas Plating are designed with health and environmental safety in mind. By adhering to these strict guidelines, we eliminate the use of hazardous substances that can pose significant risks, ensuring our processes meet the highest standards in the industry.
Customers can enjoy peace of mind knowing that our processes deliver high-quality finishes and align with global environmental safety standards.
Ethically Sourcing Materials
As part of our commitment to sustainability and ethical responsibility, Karas Plating ensures that all the materials we use are sourced from conflict-free regions. We work with trusted suppliers to guarantee that the raw materials for our plating processes are obtained ethically, minimising environmental impact and supporting responsible trade practices.
This sourcing policy supports global efforts to reduce the harm caused by illegal mining and ensures that our clients receive responsibly manufactured products that align with their own sustainability goals.
Become confident in your supply chain
We know how important it is to have confidence in your supply chain. With Karas Plating as your dedicated metal finishing partner, you can rest assured that every necessary step has been taken to ensure compliance and the presence of adequate qualifications and processes, along with accurate material declarations. This reduces risk, grants you market access, protects your brand reputation, and provides the assurance you need.
Avoiding the Dangers of Zinc Chromate
One of the substances we actively avoid is zinc chromate. This substance, according to the harmonised classification and labelling (CLP00) approved by the European Union, is known to be carcinogenic and poses significant environmental risks. It is very toxic to aquatic life, with long-lasting effects, and exposure can lead to serious health concerns, including allergic skin reactions and toxicity if ingested.
At Karas Plating, we recognise these dangers and ensure that our processes and materials avoid hazardous chemicals like zinc chromate, prioritising safer alternatives that protect both people and the environment.