Under R2v3, Focus Materials are higher-risk streams that need identified control and verified downstream handling. Typical Focus Materials include circuit boards, mercury-containing devices, batteries, CRT glass, and PCBs. Facilities maintain an FM management plan and demonstrate that Focus Materials are processed or transferred only to qualified downstream vendors.
Use the reference images below for Focus Materials list identification training and awareness. For full R2 implementation depth, see R2v3 and the R2 Recycling Standard overview.
Focus Materials list identification
Related R2 resources
- R2v3 consulting — Core requirements including Focus Materials (Core 8) and transport of FM / data-bearing items (Core 10)
- R2 questionnaire — start a readiness conversation
- R2 standard guidance
- NIST SP 800-88 — media sanitization paired with data-bearing equipment under R2
Questions about Focus Materials under R2? Call 1-855-702-9001 or request a quote.