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European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

As of May 2026, the European Commission has finalised a simplification package for the EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR), aimed at easing administrative burdens. The regulation will officially apply from 30 December 2026 for large/medium enterprises and 30 June 2027 for small/micro-enterprises.

What EUDR means for your business

The European Union Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR) is a new directive aimed at reducing global deforestation by regulating supply chains linked to deforestation risks.

The EUDR targets specific commodity groups: Bovine Cattle, Cocoa, Coffee, Palm Oil, Rubber, Soy and Timber, to ensure they meet new traceability and compliance standards when sold in the EU.

This regulation is part of the EU’s commitment to promoting sustainable land use, protecting biodiversity, and addressing climate change.

Commodity origin testing

We use stable isotope and trace element (SITE) profiling to scientifically verify whether your products meet the EUDR's deforestation-free criteria; providing critical data to support your compliance.

Custom dataset development

We can help you build your own comprehensive dataset detailing the geographical origins and sourcing practices of your commodities, enabling you to manage supply chain data with confidence.

Guidance and compliance consultation

Our experts provide ongoing support and practical recommendations to help your business align with EUDR requirements, avoid costly disruptions and maintain consumer trust.

Supply chain auditing and due diligence

We offer verification, risk assessment and supplier evaluations to help you identify and address deforestation risks across your supply chain.

The commodities covered

The EUDR applies to Bovine Cattle, Cocoa, Coffee, Palm Oil, Rubber, Soy and Timber.

If your supply chain uses any of these commodities, you need a compliance strategy in place.

Get in touch to discuss how we can support verifying the geographical origin of your food or timber products.

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What non-compliance could mean

1.

Market access ban

Non-compliant businesses risk being excluded from the EU market entirely.

2.

Financial penalties

Fines based on revenue or economic gain from the violation.

3.

Confiscation of goods

Non-compliant products may be seized.

4.

Reputational damage

Regulatory scrutiny and negative public exposure can cause lasting harm to brand trust.

Further resources

We've produced a range of materials to help businesses understand and prepare for EUDR, including on-demand webinars and a comprehensive review of origin verification methods, produced with funding from the Food Standards Agency and Defra.

Contact us for more information or if you have any questions.

Review of Methods for Verifying Commodity Origins

The report focuses on critically assessing methods used to verify the geographical origin of commodities, with the goal of supporting industry compliance with food authenticity and traceability. Recognising the complexities of modern supply chains and the diverse risks of origin misrepresentation, the study reviews a wide range of analytical techniques and their applicability to different food and feed commodities.

EUDR Readiness: Turning Compliance into Collaboration Webinar

This on-demand webinar delves into how organisations can address the practical challenges of implementing the EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR). As compliance transitions from planning to action, the session underscores the significance of transparency, traceability, and collaboration throughout supply chains. With insights from industry, as well as from scientific and legal experts, it showcases how inter-sector collaboration can bolster regulatory adherence, enhancing supply chain resilience and sustainability.

Navigating the EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products (EUDR) Webinar

This on-demand webinar explains how testing and dataset creation support compliance with the EU Deforestation-Free Regulation (EUDR). It outlines how robust scientific data helps food and drink, furniture (timber) and appliance/equipment (rubber) businesses meet due diligence requirements, manage supply-chain risk, ensure traceability, and demonstrate compliance. Ideal for organisations sourcing or using commodities such as timber, soy, cocoa, and palm oil, the session highlights practical approaches to protecting EU market access.

EUDR Readiness: Turning Compliance into Collaboration Q&As

As the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) transitions from policy to practice, businesses confront mounting pressure to showcase transparency, traceability, and credible due diligence across intricate global supply chains. Fill out the form to download the Q&A document from the webinar

Compliance deadlines are approaching. We can help you build the evidence-system to meet them.

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