{"id":19866,"date":"2025-04-22T11:35:59","date_gmt":"2025-04-22T09:35:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/interzero.at\/blog\/eudr-what-companies-need-to-know-about-the-new-eu-regulation-on-deforestation\/"},"modified":"2025-04-22T16:12:48","modified_gmt":"2025-04-22T14:12:48","slug":"eudr-what-companies-need-to-know-about-the-new-eu-regulation-on-deforestation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/interzero.at\/en\/blog\/eudr-what-companies-need-to-know-about-the-new-eu-regulation-on-deforestation\/","title":{"rendered":"EUDR: What companies need to know about the new EU deforestation regulation"},"content":{"rendered":"
[vc_row][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”100807″]Global deforestation is one of the greatest threats to our climate, biodiversity, and the livelihoods of millions of people. To address this challenge, the European Union adopted the new EU Regulation to curb trade in products linked to deforestation and forest degradation in May 2023. This regulation, also known as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)<\/strong> , requires companies to demonstrate deforestation-free supply chains starting December 30, 2025. <\/p>\n The aim of the EUDR is to prevent the import of products that contribute to global deforestation into the EU market. In particular, the regulation affects raw materials such as palm oil, soy, coffee, cocoa, beef (meat), rubber, and wood<\/strong> , as well as processed products containing these raw materials, such as chocolate, paper, or furniture. The EUDR requires companies to provide evidence that all affected products have not caused deforestation and comply with the legal requirements of the country of origin. <\/p>\n The EU contributes significantly to global deforestation, as many agricultural products in the Union are sourced from deforested land. Forests are not only an important carbon sink and habitat for numerous animal species, but they also provide the livelihoods of many indigenous peoples. The EUDR aims to help stop the conversion of forests into agricultural land and reduce pressure on natural resources. Another important aspect is protecting biodiversity and preventing illegal evictions of communities and indigenous peoples. <\/p>\n The EUDR applies to various commodities and their derivatives, including:<\/p>\n These products must either be deforestation-free<\/strong> or provide a detailed due diligence statement proving that no deforestation was involved in the production of the product. It doesn’t matter whether the products were manufactured in the EU or elsewhere\u2014the EUDR applies worldwide.[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image media=”19861″ media_width_percent=”100″ uncode_shortcode_id=”191972″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”168581″]<\/p>\n Companies must demonstrate that their products meet the following conditions:<\/p>\n Companies that place raw materials or products on the EU market must ensure that their products are deforestation-free through a three-step due diligence process:<\/p>\n The EUDR will enter into force in stages<\/strong> : <\/p>\n This phased approach is intended to ensure that companies have sufficient time to prepare for the new regulations. Companies must submit their due diligence declarations<\/strong> and all relevant documentation via the EU digital information system TRACES<\/strong> . <\/p>\n Although the EUDR is a significant step toward protecting global forests, it also presents challenges and challenges. Some companies fear that the additional documentation requirements and the associated bureaucracy will represent a significant burden. Small businesses, in particular, face the challenge of implementing the extensive requirements without the necessary infrastructure. <\/p>\n There are also uncertainties about how exactly the various requirements will be implemented and how the regulation will affect companies’ procurement costs. It remains to be seen how the regulation will affect international trade, especially if companies in less regulated countries could rely on less stringent regulations. <\/p>\n Companies must prepare for the new regulations by making their supply chains transparent and ensuring that all relevant data on the origin and production of their products is available. To meet the requirements, companies should take early steps to audit their suppliers and document their due diligence obligations. <\/p>\n The EUDR<\/strong> ensures that companies operate more sustainably<\/strong> in the long term and assume responsibility for their supply chains. Those who adapt in a timely manner can not only ensure compliance with the new requirements but also make an active contribution to environmental protection. <\/p>\n The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)<\/strong> is a crucial step in combating global deforestation and presents companies with new challenges. Starting in 2025, companies will not only be required to bring deforestation-free products to the EU market, but will also be required to provide comprehensive evidence of the origin and sustainability of their products. This regulation will help protect forests and their biodiversity worldwide and combat global climate change. <\/p>\n Companies that prepare early for the requirements of the EUDR have a clear competitive advantage when it comes to implementing sustainable supply chains.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space empty_h=”2″][vc_custom_heading heading_semantic=”h3″ text_size=”h3″ uncode_shortcode_id=”794670″]Do you have questions about the EUDR Regulation? <\/strong>[\/vc_custom_heading][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”295763″]If you have general questions about the EUDR Regulation or would like to know what it means specifically for your company, please feel free to contact our experts! We are here for you!<\/p>\n [\/vc_column_text][vc_button button_color=”color-184177″ size=”btn-lg” border_width=”0″ link=”url:mailto%3Amarketing%40interzero.at|target:_blank|” button_color_type=”uncode-palette” uncode_shortcode_id=”203409″]make contact[\/vc_button][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_height_percent=”0″ back_color=”color-lxmt” overlay_alpha=”50″ gutter_size=”3″ column_width_percent=”100″ shift_y=”0″ z_index=”0″ uncode_shortcode_id=”171404″ back_color_type=”uncode-palette”][vc_column width=”1\/1″][vc_separator sep_color=”” uncode_shortcode_id=”114130″][vc_column_text uncode_shortcode_id=”171877″]<\/p>\n About Interzero:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Interzero is one of the leading service providers for closing product, material, and logistics cycles, as well as an innovation leader in plastics recycling with the largest sorting capacity in Europe. Under the guiding principle of “zero waste solutions,” the company supports over 50,000 customers across Europe in the responsible handling of recyclable materials, helping them improve their own sustainability performance and conserve primary resources. With around 2,000 employees, the company generates sales of over one billion euros. According to Fraunhofer UMSICHT, Interzero’s recycling activities saved 1.2 million tons of greenhouse gases and 11.1 million tons of primary raw materials compared to primary production in 2023 alone. As a pioneer of the circular economy, Interzero is the recipient of the 2024 German Sustainability Award and the associated special prize in the transformation field of “Resources.” Further information can be found at www.interzero.at<\/strong><\/a> .<\/p>\n<\/div>\nWhat is the EUDR Regulation?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Why was the EUDR created?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Which products are affected in the EUDR?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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The requirements for companies<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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How does due diligence work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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When does the EUDR Regulation come into force?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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Challenges and criticism<\/strong><\/h3>\n
What does this mean for companies?<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Conclusion<\/strong><\/h3>\n