Pinfa (Phosphorus Inorganic and Nitrogen Flame retardant Association) was called by a group of leading Members of the European Parliament on 23 March 2010 to present information on non-halogenated phosphorus, inorganic & nitrogen (PIN) flame retardants.

The RoHS Rapporteur Ms Evans has proposed a restriction on brominated flame retardants (BFRs) and chlorinated flame retardants (CFRs) in the recast of the RoHS Directive. In this context, many MEPs have been informed that there are no alternatives to BFRs and CFRs, and have become concerned. Pinfa outlined the applications in which PIN FRs are used within the electrical and electronic sector, their availability, ability to meet fire safety standards, environmental and health assessments, and cost considerations.