These are the fundamental questions our customers are asking us about the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and how it will impact their business.

The postponement will now be voted on by both the Parliament and the Council.

The European Commission has proposed to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) to December 30, 2025 for large companies and June 30, 2026 for micro and small enterprises and has invited the European Parliament and the Council to adopt this proposal by the end of the year. Learn more.

The new EU Deforestation Regulation mandates exporters to provide detailed documentation and geolocation data to prove wood products are deforestation-free.

“This postponement will allow third countries, member states, operators and traders to be fully prepared in their due diligence obligations," the European Council said.

How could the EUDR could reshape the future of the pulp and paper industry? In our recent Viewpoint article by European packaging director Alejandro Mata Lopez we explore the potential challenges and opportunities for the market and global trade

The European Union Regulation (EUDR) mandates that products must be deforestation-free, produced in compliance with relevant laws, and accompanied by a due diligence statement containing precise geographic coordinates.

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