Category: European Union

Understanding which obligations you have under the EU Deforestation Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 requires that you first identify your place in the supply chain.

Not all entities are equal under the EUDR, and some are subject to stricter requirements, and others less so.

This guide breaks down definitions under Article 2 of the EUDR to help you understand where your company belongs.

Methodology:

1. We identified definitions for operators and traders in Article 2 of the EUDR.

2. We further analysed the definitions to assess under which circumstances an entity falls under a particular definition.

Continue reading Who is Responsible for the EUDR?

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EU) 2023/1115, or (EUDR), sets requirements for products that belong to any of the following commodity categories:

• Wood
• Rubber
• Cattle
• Cocoa
• Coffee
• Oil palm
• Soya

That said, the EUDR is not applicable to all products that are made of these commodities. Instead, it is only applicable to products listed under CN codes in Annex I.

In this guide, we take a closer look at the products that are actually covered by the EUDR.

Methodology

1. This guide lists all commodity categories listed in Annex I.

2. We have listed all CN codes in Annex I, for each commodity category.

3. The products as described in Annex I are listed in the table.

Note: A CN code is an eight-digit commodity code used to classify goods in the EU. CN codes are set out in Regulation (EEC) 2658/87.

2026 Update: The EUDR was delayed two times. During that time, certain products were removed from Annex I. We have therefore only listed CN codes that are in Annex I at the time of writing. Please read the FAQ to learn more about the products that were removed from the EUDR scope.

Continue reading Which products are covered by the EUDR?

Certain products can only be sold in the European Union if a notified body has first carried out an EU-type examination. This is the case for certain types of PPE, medical devices, toys, and other products which require CE marking.

This procedure involves reviewing documentation and physical samples. If the examination is successful, an EU-type examination certificate (also known as an EC-type examination certificate) is issued.

This guide explains how you can determine if your product requires an EU-type examination certificate, and what you must do to obtain one.

Continue reading Guide to EU-type Examination Certificates

The EU Batteries Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 introduces new labelling requirements for batteries in the European Union. This guide covers key requirements under Article 13 and labelling requirements for manufacturers and importers.

• All batteries require QR codes from 18 February 2027
• General information must be affixed
• Manufacturer and importer information must be affixed
• Certain batteries are subject to additional labelling requirements

Continue reading Guide to EU Battery Labelling & QR Codes