Issue: Application 10 used for Pb content and part is NOT a Legacy Spare Part

This application code covers three ELV, Annex II exemptions: 7(a), 7(b), and 7(c).  All of those exemptions can only be used for Legacy Spare Parts and each of the exemptions has a different expiry date.  This makes using Code 10 correctly a bit of a challenge.  You may or may not be able to use Code 10 depending on the following factors:

  • the amount of Pb present in your material;
  • what the Pb is used for in the material;
  • what type of part the material is used in; AND
  • the status of your part: New or Legacy.
The Exemptions
  • Application Code Language in IMDS:
    • 7 – Vulcanising agent and stabiliser for elastomers in fluid handling and powertrain applications
  • ELV Annex II Language, Scope, and Expiry Date:
    • 7(a). Vulcanising agents and stabilisers for elastomers in brake hoses, fuel hoses, air ventilation hoses, elastomer/metal parts in the chassis applications, and engine mountings
    • As spare parts for vehicles just on the market before 1 July 2005
  • Application Code Language in IMDS:
    • 7 – Vulcanising agent and stabiliser for elastomers in fluid handling and powertrain applications
  • ELV Annex II Language, Scope, and Expiry Date:
    • 7(b). Vulcanising agents and stabilisers for elastomers in brake hoses, fuel hoses, air ventilation hoses, elastomer/metal parts in the chassis applications, and engine mountings containing up to 0.5 % lead by weight
    • As spare parts for vehicles put on the market before 1 July 2006
  • Application Code Language in IMDS:
    • 7 – Vulcanising agent and stabiliser for elastomers in fluid handling and powertrain applications
  • ELV Annex II Language, Scope, and Expiry Date:
    • 7(c). Bonding agents for elastomers in powertrain applications containing up to 0.5 % lead by weight
    • As spare parts for vehicles put on the market before 1 July 2009

Action Required:

If your part is a Legacy Spare Part and fits one of the exemptions above, then check the Legacy Spare Part checkbox on the Recipient data tab and resubmit the part.

If your part is a new part and there is no appropriate code for your part, contact your customer as a design change may be required.

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