European Union Deforestation Regulation
Who Must Comply with the EUDR?
The EUDR applies to a broad range of entities involved in the trade of specific commodities and their derivatives.
Operators
Any natural or legal person who, in the course of a commercial activity, places relevant products on the EU market or exports them.
Traders
Any person in the supply chain other than the operator who, in the course of a commercial activity, makes relevant products available on the EU market.
The regulation covers seven key commodities and their derived products:
Cattle (including beef and leather)
Cocoa (including chocolate)
Coffee
Oil palm (including palm oil and its derivatives)
Rubber
Soy
Wood (including furniture, paper, and pulp products)
Reporting Requirements
Under the EUDR, companies are required to implement a due diligence system that includes:
Data Collection
Gathering information on the commodity, including geolocation data of the land where it was produced.
Risk Assessment
Evaluating the risk of non-compliance with the deforestation-free requirement and relevant legislation.
Risk Mitigation
Implementing measures to mitigate any identified risks.
Companies must submit a due diligence statement through the EU’s Information System before placing products on the market or exporting them. Additionally, they are required to publish an annual report detailing their due diligence system and its implementation.
How FRDM Supports EUDR Compliance
FRDM offers a comprehensive toolsets designed to assist you in meeting the EUDR’s requirements:
Supply Chain Mapping
Map your entire supply chains, providing visibility into every tier and identifying potential risks associated with deforestation.
Risk Assessment Tools
Assess risks related to deforestation and legal non-compliance, allowing companies to prioritize areas that require immediate attention.
Data Collection and Management
FRDM facilitates the collection of necessary data, including geolocation information and supplier documentation, essential for the due diligence process.
Reporting Capabilities
Generate comprehensive reports to support their due diligence statements, ensuring transparency and readiness for audits by EU authorities.
Benefits of Using FRDM
Efficiency
Streamlines the compliance process, reducing the time and resources required to meet EUDR obligations. Turn months into hours.
Accuracy
Enhances the accuracy of supply chain data, minimizing the risk of non-compliance due to misinformation.
Proactive Risk Management
Allows companies to proactively identify and mitigate risks, ensuring continuous compliance and protecting brand reputation.
By leveraging FRDM’s capabilities, businesses can confidently align with the EUDR’s requirements, contributing to global efforts against deforestation while maintaining access to the EU market.
