The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) aims to prevent deforestation and forest degradation. Companies must ensure that their products are deforestation-free. Fully automate your EUDR due diligence obligations with our EUDR module.
Find out more in our EUDR whitepaper and learn how to identify risks in the supply chain and ensure a deforestation-free product chain.
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): Deforestation-free supply chains for the global protection of forests
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) comes into force as a new requirement for companies to ensure that products placed on the European market do not contribute to deforestation. Companies that import or export certain raw materials, such as wood, cocoa, coffee and palm oil, must ensure that they come from deforestation-free areas.
The EUDR obliges companies to implement measures such as risk analyses, traceability of the above-mentioned raw materials and comprehensive documentation. This affects a large number of actors in the supply chain, who must contribute to sustainable production and supply practices by complying with these regulations.
Companies that violate the regulations face fines of up to 4% of their annual turnover in the EU as well as the confiscation of the products concerned. Member states must carry out regular checks and audits to ensure compliance with the regulation.
Companies must carry out a risk analysis of their raw materials and products to ensure that no raw materials and products originate from deforested areas. This includes the examination of specific risk factors and the collection of data with corresponding evaluation of the information.
Companies are obliged to submit a full due diligence declaration ("DDS"). Among other things, this declaration contains information on the origin and geolocation of the raw materials and ensures that the products are deforestation-free.
Development and implementation of a sustainable procurement policy that ensures that all raw materials and products along the supply chain originate from deforestation-free and sustainable areas.
Companies must collect and store precise geodata on the areas under cultivation in order to ensure the traceability of raw materials. This data helps to verify whether the products originate from deforestation-free areas.
Companies are obliged to ensure that their products comply with local regulations in the countries of origin, including social and environmental standards.
Regular review and monitoring of the supply chain to ensure that raw materials and products continue to meet the requirements of the EUDR.
Companies must work with local authorities and non-governmental organizations to promote compliance with the EUDR and receive additional support for risk assessment.
Companies are obliged to report regularly on their due diligence obligations, the measures taken to prevent deforestation and the results of their risk analyses. These reports must be made available to the EU Commission and made publicly accessible in order to ensure transparency.
The industry-specific challenges of complying with the EUDR from raw material to product
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Recording of cultivated areas
Collecting geodata and other data required for risk analysis manually is time-consuming and error-prone. Our solution automates this process and increases the precision and efficiency of data collection and processing.
Integration into existing systems
Integrating new EUDR compliance processes into existing ERP and management systems is a challenge. Our EUDR module enables seamless integration so that compliance requirements can be fully embedded in existing processes.
Risk analysis
The EUDR risk analysis is almost impossible to implement manually. With our EUDR module, you can standardize and automate the processes to ensure consistent legal compliance.
Data management and collaboration
The communication and exchange of data within the supply chain is often difficult to coordinate. Our solution simplifies data exchange and ensures transparency and efficiency in the sharing of EUDR-relevant information.
AI-based support
By integrating AI functions, our solution supports the analysis, processing and evaluation of EUDR-relevant data. This helps to create reports faster and more accurately and to ensure compliance with the regulation.
Preparation of due diligence declarations
With our interface to the EU information system, you can create, retrieve and manage due diligence declarations ("DDS") in our EUDR module. This enables quick and clear implementation of the requirements for market participants and traders.
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The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is the European Regulation 2023/1115 of 31.05.2023 on the supply of certain raw materials and products associated with deforestation and forest degradation. The frequently used term EUDR is made up of EU and the English title "Regulationon Deforestation-freeproducts". The main aim of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is to reduce deforestation and forest degradation worldwide. Such deforestation contributes to the global climate crisis.
From December 30, 2024, relevant raw materials and relevant products may only be placed on the (EU) market or made available on the market or exported if they are deforestation-free, have been produced in accordance with the relevant legislation of the country of production and are covered by a due diligence declaration.
The relevant companies must therefore fulfill certain due diligence obligations. This includes the collection of information such as geolocation data and due diligence declarations, risk analyses and risk mitigation measures.
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) applies to relevant products that contain relevant raw materials. The relevant products and relevant raw materials are defined in Annex I of the EUDR. The relevant raw materials include: Cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soy and wood.
The EUDR module focuses on the product, which must be analyzed according to risk criteria so that you can import it into the EU and ultimately sell it. With our EUDR module, you can process the large volumes of data automatically and digitize the entire process in compliance with the law.
We can also connect the EUDR module to your systems, such as an ERP or purchasing system, via an interface. This allows product-related information to be exchanged and processes to be digitized.
Useful resources, on the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)
In the middle of a dense forest of rules and regulations under EU law: the EUDR. The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR/VO 2023/1115) introduces new requirements for companies along the supply chain of timber and forest products. This requires affected companies to comprehensively review their supply chains and implement effective measures to ensure compliance with the strict requirements. In particular, transparency and traceability are crucial to ensure that products are manufactured without deforestation and comply with all legal requirements. Companies are therefore faced with the challenge of reviewing and, if necessary, adapting their procurement practices to meet the requirements of the EUDR. It is crucial that companies start implementing the required measures early to avoid potential risks and sanctions while contributing to forest protection and sustainable development. In our blog post, you will get an overview of all the important topics of this regulation, its implications and how companies can prepare for the new due diligence requirements.
EUDR compliance: Guide to compliance & implementation
EUDR compliance: Guide to compliance & implementation
Are you ready for the requirements of the European Deforestation Regulation? Our white paper provides you with all the relevant information and practical solutions for successfully implementing the EUDR in your company.
Practical guide: Supply Chain Act
Practical guide: Supply Chain Act
Discover our comprehensive practical guide to the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) - your indispensable tool for complying with legal requirements and optimizing your supply chain processes.
NIS2: Supply chains and IT security
NIS2: Supply chains and IT security
In the depths of the digital world lurk invisible dangers that can threaten companies of all sizes and industries alike. The NIS2 Directive introduces important requirements for operators of critical infrastructure and key assets to strengthen cyber security. The implementation of these measures is particularly important for companies in important sectors to effectively arm themselves against cyber threats. The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) is playing a key role in helping companies comply with the NIS2 Directive. In our blog post on the NIS2 Directive, we provide you with a comprehensive overview of current developments, including the German implementation and its current status, as well as the requirements in the area of cyber security. The directive marks a significant step towards strengthening digital security in Europe and affects companies across all industries. Find out how you can effectively prepare your company for the challenges ahead and successfully implement the requirements of the directive.
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