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How much will implementation of the two directives cost and will it harm the industrys competitiveness? Will prices of electric and electronic equipment rise as a result?

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How much will implementation of the two directives cost and will it harm the industrys competitiveness? Will prices of electric and electronic equipment rise as a result?

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The provisions of the two directives apply without discrimination to EU and non-EU producers. Similarly, the costs of substitutes for hazardous substances dealt with by the RoHS directive will be borne by EU and non-EU producers alike. Competition is thus not harmed.