Halogen Bulb Ban 2016 – What Does It Mean for You?

Halogen Bulb Ban 2016 – What Does It Mean for You?
Mains voltage halogen light bulbs were outlawed in the EU in September 2016 AD. Halogen is gone, but don't be alarmed; learn what to do next.

After a study by the European Commission, it was decided that mains-voltage halogen directed lamps should be phased out starting on September 1st, 2016, even though there was a plan to extend the ban until September 2018. As a result, mains voltage halogen light bulbs will no longer be produced or imported for sale in the EU as of September 1, 2016. Popular cap kinds including GU10, E27, and B22 fall under this category.

After this date, GU10 halogens and other reflectors like R63, R80, and GLS type light bulbs can still be purchased, but production will end.

It's hard to think that the incandescent light ban from 2011 has already been followed by this. The prohibition was implemented when LED technology was exceedingly expensive and in its infancy. Although many consumers chose CFL and halogen, LED prices fell by as much as 70% in the five years that followed. Perhaps the restriction encouraged demand, which led to lower LED pricing for the general public.

The Outright Ban in 2021

By completely banning the sale of halogens starting in September 2021, the UK government advanced its efforts to make the nation more environmentally friendly. For more details, see this. This prohibition is expected to reduce CO2 by 1.26 million tonnes, which is the equivalent of taking more than 500,000 cars off the UK's roads.

The next outdated lighting technology to be phased out is fluorescent lighting, which will be prohibited starting in September 2023. Fluorescent lighting, which is still often used in offices and warehouses, is not only around 50% less energy efficient than LED, but it also contains mercury, which is hazardous to human health and the environment, especially if improperly disposed of.

Why Has Halogen Been Prohibited?

Technology for halogen lighting is incredibly inefficient. An LED that uses only 5 watts can now replace a 50 watt halogen GU10 bulb! Over 90% of energy was saved in that way. It is strange to me that despite LEDs being more energy efficient, customers yet need a prohibition to make them do so. Simply make the initial investment, and the money will be in your bank account.

converting to LED

It has never been simpler or more affordable to switch from halogen to LED. High-quality dimmable GU10 LEDs are available for as little as £2.21, including VAT, from well-known manufacturers like Aurora and Philips. LEDs are made to last 15 to 35 times longer than halogen over extended periods of time (15,000 to 35,000 hours).

Will the ban be affected by 'Brexit'?

No, the outcome of the Brexit vote won't change the ban in any way. It may be decided to lift the halogen prohibition in the UK in the future, if the UK ever formally quits the EU. Unless Boris Johnson is a huge fan of halogen lights, that would be extremely unlikely to occur! Then he would have to start the resurrection procedure to bring halogen back to life. Why not? The majority of the government's most recent measures have brought us back to the stone age.

Gu10 Led Cool White

Feature

● Not Dimmable. Do not use with dimmer switch.

● Clear glass cover for better lighting

● Instant on with full brightness

● Runs very cool. No more burning hot halogen bulbs

● No UV/IR light. (UV and IR radiation given off by halogen lighting will causes damage to the illumilated object over time.)

● Standard GU10 Base (10mm distance between the 2 prongs). Twist & lock, install them in seconds.

Specification