EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) 
dive into your value chain

Why the EUDR matters for your value chain?

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) requires companies placing certain products on the European market to demonstrate that they do not originate from deforested or degraded land after 31 December 2020.

Goal: reduce the EU’s footprint on global deforestation and contribute to the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss.

The regulation comes into force on 30 December 2025 for large companies, and 30 June 2026 for SMEs.

Which products are covered by the EUDR?

The EUDR applies to products identified as major drivers of imported deforestation, including:

  • Cocoa and coffee
  • Soy and palm oil
  • Rubber
  • Wood and paper
  • Cattle and derived products

This ensures coverage of the most exposed supply chains to environmental risks.

Key EUDR requirements

GPS data of plots

each batch placed on the market must be linked to precise geolocation of the production area.

Due diligence and full traceability

documentation and risk assessment across the entire supply chain.

Compliance with local laws and respect for human rights

products must adhere to regulations in the country of production.

Country benchmarking

supply areas are classified by the EU as low, standard, or high risk, with proportionate obligations.

Sanctions in case of non-compliance

  • Fines up to 4% of turnover
  • Confiscation of goods
  • Ban on placing products on the European market

EUDR specificities

  • Extraterritorial scope: applies to all products marketed in the EU, even if produced outside Europe.
  • Geolocation obligation: a first at this scale, requiring parcel-level data collection.
  • Risk-based approach: obligations adjusted according to the risk level of the country of origin.
  • Connection with ESG policies: EUDR complements responsible sourcing initiatives and can feed into reporting (CSRD, EU taxonomies).
  • Shared responsibility: importers, processors, and distributors are all accountable.

How to comply with the EUDR

Blooming supports you at every step:

  1. Map your supply chains: identify affected products and suppliers.
  2. Collect GPS data: ensure precise traceability of batches.
  3. Implement a due diligence procedure: risk assessment and documentation.
  4. Adapt purchasing procedures and contracts: integrate EUDR obligations with suppliers.
  5. Regular monitoring and audits: maintain compliance over time.

Why rely on Blooming?

  • Regulatory and supply chain expertise: in-depth understanding of EUDR and its practical implications.
  • Operational approach: implement solutions tailored to your sectors and suppliers.
  • Strategic integration: alignment with your climate, biodiversity, and reporting commitments (CSRD).
  • Supplier support: training, contracting, and on-site guidance.

FAQ

All companies placing cocoa, coffee, soy, palm oil, rubber, wood, paper, cattle, and derived products on the European market.
  • Large companies ➝ December 30, 2025
  • SMEs ➝ June 30, 2026

Each batch must be linked to precise GPS coordinates of the production area, to verify the absence of deforestation after 31/12/2020.

Fines of up to 4% of turnover, confiscation of products, ban on marketing.

Yes. The data collected for EUDR can feed into your CSRD reporting and strengthen your due diligence and sustainable procurement efforts.

Ready to secure your European markets before the EUDR comes into effect?

Contact Blooming to map your risks, collect GPS data, and implement due diligence procedures.

I prepare my EUDR compliance