The European Commission has published the simplification report on the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Alongside the report, the Commission has also provided a comprehensive package of new documents and planned measures. No further amendments to the main text of the EUDR are planned.
It is expected that the EUDR in its current form will enter into force on 30 December 2026.
Annual compliance costs set to fall
According to the report, the measures are expected to reduce annual compliance costs by around 75 per cent compared to the original regulation. At the same time, new tools such as registers of the producing countries’ legislation and certification schemes for raw materials are to be introduced under the EUDR. These are intended to facilitate risk assessment and due diligence obligations. The Commission also highlights the positive impact of the EUDR on global supply chains, for example through greater transparency, improved traceability and more sustainable production practices.
Adjustments to the scope
A new delegated act provides for adjustments to the scope of the EUDR product directive. Among other things, additions are planned for certain downstream products, such as instant coffee and palm oil derivatives, as well as exemptions for leather, retreaded tyres, packaging materials, used products and waste.
Modernised EUDR Information System
In parallel, the European Commission is modernising the EUDR Information System to implement the new regulations from a technical perspective and improve user-friendliness. Plans include simplified registration forms for small businesses, updated interfaces, a contingency plan in the event of system failures, and a voluntary grouping function for companies.
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Commission publishes simplification review of EU Deforestation Regulation
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