RoHS stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. RoHS, also known as Directive 2002/95/EC, originated in the European Union and restricts the use of specific hazardous materials found in electrical and electronic products (known as EEE). All applicable products in the EU market after July 1, 2006 must pass RoHS compliance. The substances banned under RoHS are lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), cadmium (Cd), hexavalent chromium (CrVI), polybrominated biphenyls (PBB), polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE), and four different phthalates (DEHP, BBP, BBP, DIBP). RoHS StarTech.com USBPS2PC, 17.1" (0.435 m), Black, 1.62 oz (46 g), 5.59" (142 mm), 6.89" (175 mm), 1.18" (30 mm) StarTech.com USBPS2PC. Cable length: 17.1" (0.435 m), Product color: Black. Weight: 1.62 oz (46 g). Package width: 5.59" (142 mm), Package depth: 6.89" (175 mm), Package height: 1.18" (30 mm). Compliance certificates: RoHS