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European Commission proposes suspending the requirement for an authorised representative under EPR
On social media, an increasing number of small businesses are drawing attention to the costs and administrative burdens associated with the implementation of the PPWR, particularly with regard to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations and the requirement to appoint authorised representatives in other EU Member States. Numerous comments have appeared criticising the new requirements and […]
31-08-2026
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PPWR – new packaging requirements since 12 August 2026
On 12 August 2026, the application of the PPWR Regulation (Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation) begins. It introduces new requirements regarding the design, production and use of packaging in the European Union. The regulations will apply to packaging manufacturers, suppliers of packaging materials and companies using packaging in their activities. Their aim is to reduce […]
28-07-2026
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The European Commission adopted new acts supporting the implementation of the EUDR
The European Commission has adopted two long-awaited legal acts aimed at facilitating the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The changes concern both the scope of products covered by the Regulation and the operating rules of the EUDR Information System. At the same time, updated guidance has been published in all official languages of […]
16-07-2026
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EUDR Information System is available again
The European Commission has restored access to the EUDR Information System and the Acceptance testing environment, both of which are now available to users following the completion of technical maintenance. The most significant update is the introduction of the functionality allowing micro and small primary operators to submit one-time simplified due diligence declarations. This feature […]
03-07-2026
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EU streamlines deforestation rules with new IT features and simplifications
The European Commission has introduced further simplifications to its deforestation regulation, with a strong focus on reducing bureaucracy through changes to the EU information system and compliance procedures ahead of the December 2026 rollout. A central element is the upgraded information system, set to relaunch in June 2026, which will include new functionalities such as […]
19-06-2026
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New EUDR Supplementary Materials Released by European Commission
The European Commission has published a new infographic to help businesses understand the supply chains under the EUDR Regulation. The visual focuses on how products move from origin to the EU market, highlighting the importance of traceability and data flow across the entire supply chain. It is intended to simplify complex requirements and support companies […]
19-06-2026
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EU streamlines deforestation rules with new IT features and simplifications
The European Commission has introduced further simplifications to its deforestation regulation, with a strong focus on reducing bureaucracy through changes to the EU information system and compliance procedures ahead of the December 2026 rollout. A central element is the upgraded information system, set to relaunch in June 2026, which will include new functionalities such as […]
06-05-2026
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Temporary access limitations for EUDR information system
Temporary access limitations to the EUDR information system will take effect from The system’s exact reopening date will be communicated in mid-April, with services expected to resume shortly thereafter. The temporary suspension is necessary to implement updates reflecting the amended provisions of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and to ensure the timely deployment of related […]
20-02-2026
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The EUDR will come into force as scheduled, but with a transitional period for smaller companies.
Yesterday, the European Commission adopted a legislative proposal concerning an amendment to the EUDR Regulation. The aim of the proposal is to reduce the burden that the EUDR IT system will have to handle in order to ensure its proper functioning, as well as to limit administrative burdens for supply chain operators—without any detriment for […]
22-10-2025
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EU Considers "Negligible Risk" Status for US Goods Under EUDR
The European Union and the United States have reached an agreement confirming that US goods such as beef, soy and timber, do not pose a deforestation risk under the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Currently, the EU classifies exporting countries as low, standard, or high risk, with the US considered a low-risk country. However, European policymakers […]
15-09-2025
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18 EU countries call for reducing the EUDR obligations
Eighteen European Union member states, including Austria, Italy, Poland, and Sweden, have asked the European Commission to simplify and postpone the implementation of the EU deforestation regulation. According to the signatories, the regulation in its current form imposes excessive administrative obligations, even on countries where the risk of deforestation is negligible. The ministers emphasize that, […]
15-09-2025
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Which competent authorities will be responsible for implementing and enforcing the EUDR in Poland?
The division of authorities i: • Environmental Protection Inspectorate - responsible for timber and timber-derived products, • Trade Inspectorate - responsible for rubber and rubber-derived products, • Agricultural and Food Quality Inspectorate - responsible for coffee, cocoa, soy, oil palm, and products derived from them, • Veterinary Inspectorate - responsible for cattle and cattle-derived products.
23-07-2025
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What does it mean to track a supply chain?
Every company subject to the EUDR is required to maintain full control over its supply chain, from source goods to finished products. This means: • monitoring the sources of commodities and suppliers at every stage of production, • having documentation confirming that products are not linked to areas at risk of deforestation or to areas […]
23-07-2025
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Latest Changes In EUDR
On April 15, the European Commission introduced a simplification package that will possibly reduce the administrative burden associated with implementing the regulation. The main changes by the European Commission are: - the exclusion of certain products from the scope of the EUDR, e.g., product samples for testing, packaging materials used for protection, waste pursuant to […]
23-07-2025
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The Global Climate Crisis – The Main Reason for the EU's Drive to Implement the EUDR
Forests are an invaluable source of social, economic, and environmental benefits, and combating deforestation and forest degradation is one of the key elements of the European Union's activities. The facts on which the EU bases its need to implement the EUDR: - Deforestation and forest degradation being a significant cause of the global climate crisis, […]
23-07-2025
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What is DDS?
A Due Diligence System (DDS) is a system of policies and procedures designed to minimize the risk of purchasing materials from unacceptable sources. The three main elements of a DDS are: • Information. The company must have access to information describing the materials, their country of origin, quantities, supplier details, and information about compliance with […]
21-07-2025
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What is the EUDR Information System?
The EUDR Information System is a register of Due Diligence Statements. In other words, it is an online database and software program that allows companies (operators, traders, and their representatives) to submit electronic Due Diligence Statements to demonstrate that their products are not sourced illegally and do not cause deforestation. The CERTWOOD GROUP offers training […]
21-07-2025
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What steps should a company take to prepare for the implementation of EUDR requirements?
• Identify whether the products and goods produced are placed on the market are covered by the regulation, • Define the company's role in the supply chain (separately for each product covered by the regulation), •Determine the obligations the company is subject to under the regulation, taking into account the findings from the previous subsections, […]
21-07-2025
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