The Open Scope means that art must also comply with the ElektroG
The revision of the WEEE Directive means that substantial changes are coming into force this year, which will affect the sale of electronic equipment. These changes to the law also apply to companies that sell art containing electronic components. For these too, the so-called Open Scope of the ElektroG, which leads to changes in the product categories, will apply as of 15th August 2018. In future, products will primarily be assigned according to size rather than function. This means that new products will in future be subject to the ElektroG. These could include light installations, moving sculptures, artisanal products with electrical functionality and sound installations, for example.
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