ANNEX

CRITERIA
Criteria are set for each of the following aspects:
1. energy efficiency, lifetime, lumen maintenance and mercury content;
2. switch on/off;
3. colour rendering index;
4. colour consistency;
5. hazardous substances and mixtures;
6. substances listed in accordance with Article 59(1) of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 of the European Parliament and of the Council ;
7. plastic parts;
8. packaging;
9. user instructions;
10. social accountability;
11. information appearing on the EU Ecolabel.

Assessment and verification requirements
The specific assessment and verification requirements are indicated within each criterion.
Where the applicant is required to provide declarations, documentation, analyses test reports, or other evidence to show compliance with the criteria, it is understood that these may originate from the applicant and/or his supplier(s) and/or their supplier(s), as appropriate.
Where possible, the testing should be performed by laboratories that meet the general requirements of EN ISO 17025 or equivalent.
Where appropriate, test methods other than those indicated for each criterion may be used if the competent body assessing the application accepts their equivalence.
Where appropriate, competent bodies may require supporting documentation and may carry out independent verifications.
OJ L 396, 30.12.2006, p. 1.