Asus initiates Halogen-free processes in 2009

Products from its component to system product lines include: motherboards, notebooks, Eee PC, LCD monitors, graphic cards, servers and mobile phones.

Asus will expend massive efforts to phase in the Halogen-free process dependent upon the availability of economically viable and safe substitutes.

In addition, Asus will invest in phasing in these processes in 2009. The first Halogen-free products in different product line include: the VX5 notebook, the P5Q Deluxe motherboard, the EAH3650 Silent graphics card, the VK193T LCD monitor, the P565 handheld, the Z8PE-D12X server board, and the Eee PC 900A. Asus will continue to introduce more Halogen-free models to its portfolio.

Importance of Halogen-free Products:

Halogen contains two hazardous elements—Bromin and Chlorine, widely used in electronic materials as Brominated Flame Retardant or Chlorinated Flame Retardant.

During recycling processes, burning electronic waste containing these two hazardous chemicals will generate a huge amount of corrosive toxic gases.

If people absorb or are exposed to these toxic gases, these toxins will be stored in the body's lipids, and will not be broken down.

In the long run, these toxins are health endangering, and cause the formation of tumors, carcinogenesis, and deformity in the body.

Asus aggressively implements Halogen-free project for feeling that corporate responsibility is the top priority.

Asus Spurs Green Computing Revolution with Bamboo Series Notebook:

In 2008, Asus has taken a very aggressive stance in contributing more to the environment. With its constant drive towards environmental friendly products like the launching of the Green Asus concept design Bamboo Series notebook in August, 2008, Asus N Series notebooks had registered at EPEAT "Gold" level in Oct and had garnered the EU Flower certification in Nov, and EuP certification in Dec.

The launch of the Asus Bamboo Series Notebook underlines the leadership in and the commitment to drive towards environmental friendly technology.

This groundbreaking bamboo-clad product focuses on being truly green throughout every phase of its life - from its conception, production and use to its eventual recycling and disposal.

Asus staffs at all levels leveraged the full spectrum of environmental expertise that the company has accumulated since 2000 when it initiated its Green Asus drive - before the RoHS and WEEE directives were enforced.