The Constituents of Semiconductor Components

   Responsible electronic component and equipment manufacturers are already preparing for the time when the lifespan of their products comes to an end by scrutinizing the materials incorporated and their future recyclability. Recycling laws have already come into force in Germany ("Kreislauf-Wirtschaftsgesetz") and guidelines for electronic scrap are in preparation.

   The aim is a suitable waste disposal program and, as a preventative measure, a reduction in the content of hazardous damaging materials in such components. In order to conform to this procedure, detailed information about the materials and their quantities is needed.