Supporting Compliance with the EU’s Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
The European Union’s Deforestation-Free Products Regulation (EUDR) is set to reshape how companies manage their supply chains. Our white paper is designed to help businesses efficiently address the challenges posed by this regulation through the effective use of GS1 standards and services.
What is EUDR? Adopted in 2023 as part of the EU Green Deal, EUDR aims to ensure that products placed on the EU market are not linked to deforestation or forest degradation, whether within or outside the EU. To achieve this, companies will be required to collect and report detailed data on specific products and commodities identified as major contributors to global deforestation. This includes tracking information about farmers, land plots, and shipments, as well as connecting them to verified data regarding their origin. The regulation mandates that companies provide evidence that their products are sourced from land that has not been subject to deforestation after December 31, 2020, and that all relevant local laws are followed. Additionally, geographical data on agricultural land used for producing raw materials must be provided.
EUDR supports the EU’s commitment to combating climate change and preserving biodiversity, areas significantly impacted by deforestation. The regulation is scheduled to come into effect on December 30, 2025, following a proposed one-year postponement by the European Commission.
How Can GS1 Standards Help? GS1 standards provide companies with the tools they need to efficiently manage the new requirements under EUDR. From data collection to traceability, our standards ensure that businesses can securely track and report product information, making compliance with EUDR more straightforward and manageable.
Download Our White Paper Gain insights and practical strategies to prepare for EUDR compliance by downloading our position paper. It offers a comprehensive overview of the regulation and explores how GS1 standards and services can support your business in navigating this new regulatory landscape.
EUDR at a Glance
- Purpose: Ensure products sold in the EU do not contribute to deforestation, both within the EU and globally.
- Adoption: Part of the EU Green Deal, introduced in 2023.
- Requirements: Companies must provide proof that products are not sourced from deforested land post-December 31, 2020, comply with local laws, and include geographical information about agricultural land used in production.
- Implementation Date: Initially set for December 30, 2024, now proposed for December 30, 2025.
- Goal: Promote climate change efforts and preserve biodiversity by reducing deforestation.
Stay Ahead of EUDR Compliance Prepare your business for EUDR requirements. Download our white paper today and get the guidance you need to ensure compliance and sustainability.
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