The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) represents a significant shift in how businesses operate within and trade with the European Union. This legislation is designed to combat deforestation and forest degradation by ensuring that products placed on the EU market are deforestation-free and fully traceable.
Understanding the EUDR Legislation
The EUDR requires companies to demonstrate full traceability of their products, including paper-based goods, back to the forest of origin. Businesses must ensure that their supply chains are transparent and compliant with the regulation’s strict requirements. For paper-based products, businesses must address the following:
· Traceability: Companies must trace their paper materials back to the exact forest of origin.
· Recycled Paper: While 100% recycled paper is exempt from certain provisions of the regulation, businesses must verify and trace the recycled material back to the pulp manufacturer.
· Penalties for Non-Compliance: Non-compliance with EUDR requirements could result in suspended orders, significant financial penalties, and reputational damage.
With the EUDR’s phased implementation underway, companies operating in the EU need to act now to align their processes and practices with these requirements.
How Rudholm Group Supports Compliance
Rudholm Group holds FSC certification across its global production hubs for paper products such as hang tags and a wide range of packaging items. FSC certification guarantees that our paper products comply with EUDR requirements while supporting responsible forest management practices.
We work closely with suppliers to gather and verify essential data, ensuring transparency and full compliance with the regulation. With these measures in place, our clients can confidently navigate EUDR requirements.
Assisting Your Transition
At Rudholm Group, we aim to make your transition to EUDR compliance as seamless as possible. Our FSC-certified solutions and commitment to traceability empower you to meet regulatory requirements with ease.
If you have any questions about the EUDR or how it might impact your operations, reach out to us. Together, we can navigate these changes and embrace a more transparent and responsible future.
