=== Legal Status ===
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== Automotive Parts ==
[[Image:Automotive parts cadmium.jpg|thumb|right|350px|Parts used in Automotive Industry]]
There is an impending EU restriction on lead, cadmuim, hexavalent chrome, and mercury in vehicles.This EU restriction affects vehicles globally since car manufacturers will have to change all components if some fall under this guideline. All major auto manufacturers are now coming up with guidelines and specifications for this transition.