R2: Responsible Recycling
What is R2?
R2 is the leading standard for electronics repair and recycling. This standard is rigorously audited for quality, safety, and transparency. Over 530 facilities are currently R2 certified in 21 countries, with more added every day. The latest version of the standard, R2 version 3, was released in 2020. This version makes the standard more affordable, adaptable, and scalable. Companies currently certified to R2:2013 will have until July 1, 2023 to transition to the updated version. If your company has not transitioned to ISO 9001 2015, you must do so prior to 2023. We can help.
R2 is a stand-alone certification, but the R2 process must be implemented concurrently with:
- A Quality Management System (ISO 9001:2015 version)
- An Environmental Management System (ISO 14001)
- An Operational Health and Safety Management System (ISO 45001)
Consulting Support for R2: Responsible Recycling
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R2 Focus Materials
The R2 standard mainly deals with the recycling of R2 Focus Materials, or FMs. These materials come from end-of-life electronic components and have potential to cause harm if not handled properly. Focus materials may contain:
Batteries
CRT glass, CRT fines, Coatings, and Frit
Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)
Mercury
Whole or Shredded Circuit Boards
Batteries
CRT glass, CRT fines, Coatings, and Frit
Mercury
Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs)
Whole or Shredded Circuit Boards
Sustainable Electronics Recycling International (SERI) is the housing body for the R2 standard. SERI is a non-profit organization dedicated to the responsible reuse, repair, and recycling of electronic products.
The latest version of the standard, R2v3, was released in 2020. This version makes the standard more affordable, adaptable, and scalable. Companies currently certified to R2:2013 will have until July 1, 2023 to transition to the updated version.
ISO 9001
Quality Management Systems
ISO 14001
Environmental Management Systems
ISO 45001
OH&S Management Systems
ISO 9001
ISO 45001
ISO 14001
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