{"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

What is the EUDR Regulation?<\/strong><\/h2>\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

Why was the EUDR created?<\/strong><\/h3>\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

Which products are affected in the EUDR?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The EUDR applies to various commodities and their derivatives, including:<\/p>\n