Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that the quantum dot (QD) sheet used in its QD TVs has received independent confirmation of compliance with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive and has been verified to contain no cadmium by the global certification institute, Société Générale de Surveillance (SGS).

SGS, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, is a world-leading testing and certification body that provides services to ensure organisations meet stringent quality and safety standards across various industries, including electronic products, food and the environment.

In addition to receiving recognition from SGS for the no-cadmium technology in Samsung’s quantum dot film, the company’s compliance with the EU’s restrictions on hazardous substances (RoHS) directive demonstrates Samsung’s commitment to quality and compliance. 

“Samsung’s quantum dot TVs comply with RoHS while simultaneously delivering exceptional picture quality,” said Taeyong Son, Executive Vice President of Visual Display Business at Samsung Electronics. “Achieving SGS certification demonstrates our commitment to – continuously striving for advancements in quantum dot TVs.