To comply with EUDR, products covered by the regulation must be:

• Deforestation-free
• Produced in accordance with relevant legislation in the country of origin
• Traceable back to the place of production

Important dates

The regulation applies from:

• 30 December 2026 for large and medium-sized companies, as well as companies currently covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR)
• 30 June 2027 for small and micro-enterprises that are not covered by EUTR

The EUTR will be repealed on 30 December 2026.

Important aspects of the regulation

• Due diligence obligations apply to the first market operator

Only the company that first places a product on the EU market, or imports it into the EU, is responsible for carrying out due diligence and submitting a Due Diligence Statement (DDS) to the EU Information System.

Small and micro-enterprises may be subject to simplified requirements and, in certain cases, can provide a simplified declaration instead of a full Due Diligence Statement.

• Simplified traceability requirements

Customers further down the value chain are not required to collect reference numbers themselves.

If your supplier is the operator that first places the product on the market, you only need to keep the reference number received from that supplier for five years. There is no requirement to pass it on further.

For operators and traders further down the supply chain, the requirement is generally limited to retaining supplier and customer information for five years.

What does this mean for Derome's customers?

We are preparing for EUDR and work closely with industry organisations, authorities and business partners to ensure practical and efficient solutions.

Our focus is on making the process as straightforward as possible for our customers. We are developing systems and processes to support traceability and information exchange in line with the new requirements.

In many cases, customers further down the supply chain will have limited administrative obligations. The specific requirements depend on the company's role within the value chain.

Working across the value chain

Responsible sourcing and traceability are important parts of our business. Through collaboration with forest owners, suppliers and customers, we work to ensure that relevant information is available throughout the value chain.

We also continue to develop our systems and processes to meet future regulatory requirements and support a smooth implementation of EUDR.

FAQ

1. What is EUDR?

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) is an EU regulation designed to prevent products linked to deforestation and forest degradation from being placed on the EU market.

2. Which products are covered?

The regulation covers a number of commodities and related products, including:

• Wood and wood-based products
• Soy
• Palm oil
• Beef
• Cocoa
• Coffee
• Rubber

3. Will EUDR affect me as a customer?

The impact depends on your role in the value chain. Our ambition is to make the process as simple as possible and provide relevant information and documentation where required.

4. How is Derome preparing for EUDR?

We are developing systems and processes for traceability and information exchange, while working closely with industry organisations, authorities and business partners.

5. Are Derome's products compliant with EUDR?

Yes. Products placed on the market by Derome meet the requirements of the EUDR. They are sourced in accordance with the regulation's requirements for legality, traceability and deforestation-free supply chains.

 

Learn More

For more information about EUDR, visit:

Swedish Forest Industries Federation (Skogsindustrierna)
Swedish Forest Agency (Skogsstyrelsen)

Questions about EUDR?
Please contact us and we will be happy to help.