{"id":5481,"date":"2026-05-11T00:13:39","date_gmt":"2026-05-10T22:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/polagent.com\/poradniki\/the-eudr-regulation-a-new-era-for-supply-chains\/"},"modified":"2026-09-27T22:50:03","modified_gmt":"2026-09-27T20:50:03","slug":"the-eudr-regulation-a-new-era-for-supply-chains","status":"publish","type":"baza-wiedzy","link":"https:\/\/polagent.com\/en\/guides\/the-eudr-regulation-a-new-era-for-supply-chains\/","title":{"rendered":"The EUDR Regulation: A New Era for Supply Chains"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\" id=\"wpb-content-root\"><p>[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_hero{background:linear-gradient(135deg,#002e5b 0%,#004f9f 100%)!important;padding-top:80px!important;padding-bottom:80px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;EUDR 2026 \u2013 new obligations regarding import, export and transport&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"color: #ffffff; font-size: 20px; line-height: 1.8; max-width: 720px;\">Check whether your goods are subject to the EUDR and how to prepare the necessary documentation to avoid delays in customs clearance.<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn color=&#8221;success&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;left&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_btn{margin-top:25px!important;}&#8221; title=&#8221;Contact an expert&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fpolagent.com%2Fen%2Fcontact%2F|title:Contact|&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #ffffff; border-radius: 12px; padding: 30px; box-shadow: 0 10px 30px rgba(0,0,0,0.15);\">\n<h3 style=\"color: #002e5b; margin-top: 0;\">Key dates<\/h3>\n<p><strong>30 December 2026<\/strong><br \/>\nLarge and medium-sized enterprises<\/p>\n<p><strong>30 June 2027<\/strong><br \/>\nMicro and small enterprises<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1778448196256{margin-top: 15px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23002E5B&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;What is the EUDR?&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">The <strong>EUDR (European Union Deforestation Regulation)<\/strong> is a key component of the European Green Deal. Its aim is to minimise the European Union\u2019s contribution to deforestation and forest degradation worldwide. The regulations require companies to prove that their products do not originate from areas deforested after 31 December 2020. <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_cards{margin-top:50px!important;margin-bottom:20px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23002e5b&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; text=&#8221;Key facts in 30 seconds&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f8fafc; padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; height: 100%; box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #4caf50;\">\ud83c\udf0d<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #002e5b;\">Purpose<\/h3>\n<p>Elimination of products linked to deforestation.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f8fafc; padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; height: 100%; box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #4caf50;\">\ud83d\udce6<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #002e5b;\">Raw materials<\/h3>\n<p>7 main groups and hundreds of related products.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f8fafc; padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; height: 100%; box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #4caf50;\">\ud83d\udec3<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #002e5b;\">TRACES<\/h3>\n<p>Mandatory DDS declaration prior to clearance.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #f8fafc; padding: 30px; border-radius: 12px; height: 100%; box-shadow: 0 4px 15px rgba(0,0,0,0.06);\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 36px; color: #4caf50;\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"color: #002e5b;\">Penalties<\/h3>\n<p>Up to 4% of annual turnover in the EU.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_products{margin-top:70px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23002e5b&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; text=&#8221;Products covered by the EUDR&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center; font-size: 18px; line-height: 2;\">\ud83c\udf33 Timber \u2022 \u2615 Coffee \u2022 \ud83c\udf6b Cocoa \u2022 \ud83c\udf34 Palm oil \u2022 \ud83c\udf31 Soya \u2022 \ud83d\udede Rubber \u2022 \ud83d\udc04 Cattle<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;5485&#8243; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; img_size=&#8221;full&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_risk_001{margin-top:70px!important;margin-bottom:70px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23002e5b&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;Classification of countries by risk level (Benchmarking)&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-risk-intro\">The benchmarking system is a mechanism used by the European Commission to assess countries (or parts thereof) in terms of the rate of deforestation and forest degradation. The assigned category determines the scope of due diligence obligations and the frequency of checks. The country classification list (published in May 2025) is available on the European Commission\u2019s official website \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/green-forum.ec.europa.eu\/nature-and-biodiversity\/deforestation-regulation-implementation\/eudr-cooperation-and-partnerships\/country-classification-list_en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">check a country\u2019s status here.<\/a><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-risk-card low\">\n<div class=\"risk-badge\">LOW RISK<\/div>\n<h3>Low risk<\/h3>\n<p>Simplified due diligence procedure.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>There is no obligation to carry out a detailed risk assessment.<\/li>\n<li>No obligation to implement mitigation measures.<\/li>\n<li>Approximately <strong>1% <\/strong>of entities are audited each year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-risk-card standard\">\n<div class=\"risk-badge\">STANDARD RISK<\/div>\n<h3>Standard risk<\/h3>\n<p>A full due diligence process.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Mandatory risk assessment.<\/li>\n<li>Restrictive measures, if necessary.<\/li>\n<li>Audits of approximately <strong>3%<\/strong> of entities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-risk-card high\">\n<div class=\"risk-badge\">HIGH RISK<\/div>\n<h3>High risk<\/h3>\n<p>The highest level of verification.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In-depth supplier analysis.<\/li>\n<li>There is a high likelihood of an inspection.<\/li>\n<li>Audits covering as many as<strong> 9%<\/strong> of entities and turnover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_risk_002{margin-top:50px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left|color:%23002e5b&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; text=&#8221;What remains mandatory?&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-obligation-box\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Geolocation of plots<\/strong>: GPS coordinates or polygons.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of legality<\/strong>: evidence of compliance with the laws of the country of production.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DDS declaration<\/strong>: registration of each consignment in the TRACES system.<\/li>\n<li><strong>DDS reference number<\/strong>: required prior to customs clearance.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-highlight-box\">\n<div class=\"highlight-icon\">\ud83d\udec3<\/div>\n<h4>No special treatment<\/h4>\n<p>The \u2018Low Risk\u2019 status simplifies the procedure, but does not exempt you from the obligation to collect data and submit a DDS declaration.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_risk_003{margin-top:40px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_message message_box_style=&#8221;solid-icon&#8221; message_box_color=&#8221;warning&#8221; icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fas fa-exclamation-triangle&#8221;]<br \/>\n<strong>Active monitoring<\/strong>: if a trader receives reliable information about a potential non-compliance issue with goods, they must immediately carry out a full due diligence procedure \u2013 even if the goods originate from a low-risk country.<br \/>\n[\/vc_message][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_risk_004{margin-top:35px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-polagent-tip\">\n<h3>POL-AGENT tip<\/h3>\n<p>It is essential for importers to keep a close eye on the European Commission\u2019s ranking list. Imports from high-risk countries significantly increase the likelihood of inspections and require the implementation of robust supplier verification procedures.<\/p><\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_steps{margin-top:70px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23002e5b&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; text=&#8221;How can you prepare your company for the EUDR?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div style=\"max-width: 900px; margin: 0 auto;\">\n<ol style=\"font-size: 18px; line-height: 2;\">\n<li><strong>Identify <\/strong>the goods covered by the regulation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Verify <\/strong>the origin of the raw materials and their geographical location.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assess <\/strong>the risk of deforestation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Submit <\/strong>your DDS declaration via the TRACES system.<\/li>\n<li>Please <strong>pass <\/strong>on the DDS number to the customs agency and the logistics department.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_tabs{margin-top:70px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_tta_tabs style=&#8221;modern&#8221; shape=&#8221;round&#8221; color=&#8221;blue&#8221; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Importers&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;imp&#8221;][vc_column_text]<br \/>\nThe importer is responsible for due diligence and for submitting the DDS declaration.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Exporters&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;exp&#8221;][vc_column_text]<br \/>\nExporters must hold documentation confirming the conformity of the goods.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Transport and forwarding&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;tra&#8221;][vc_column_text]<br \/>\nCarriers and freight forwarders should obtain a DDS number prior to customs clearance.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Sanctions&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;san&#8221;][vc_column_text]<br \/>\nFines, confiscation of goods and a ban on trading within the EU.<br \/>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_tabs][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_checklist_cards{margin-top:60px!important;margin-bottom:60px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23002e5b&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;EUDR checklist \u2013 what needs to be done right now?&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-checklist-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"eudr-checklist-intro\">Before the new requirements come into force, it is worth conducting an audit of your procurement, logistics and customs processes. The list below will help you check whether your company is ready for the EUDR.<\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-checklist-grid\">\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">1<\/span><span class=\"text\">Check whether the goods are covered by the EUDR.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">2<\/span>Check the correct CN\/TARIC codes.<\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">3<\/span>Determine the country of origin and the risk level.<\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">4<\/span><span class=\"text\">Obtain the geolocation data for the plots.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">5<\/span><span class=\"text\">Gather the documents confirming the legality of production.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">6<\/span><span class=\"text\">Carry out a deforestation risk assessment.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">7<\/span><span class=\"text\">Implement risk mitigation measures.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">8<\/span><span class=\"text\">Create an account and try out the <a href=\"https:\/\/webgate.ec.europa.eu\/tracesnt\/login\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TRACES <\/a>system.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">9<\/span>Prepare the procedure for submitting the DDS.<\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">10<\/span><span class=\"text\">Arrange for DDS numbers to be forwarded to the customs agency.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">11<\/span><span class=\"text\">Train the procurement, logistics and compliance departments.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">12<\/span>Update your contracts with suppliers.<\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">13<\/span><span class=\"text\">Appoint a person responsible for the EUDR.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-check-item\"><span class=\"num\">14<\/span><span class=\"text\">Prepare the document archive.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"eudr-checklist-tip\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Tip<\/strong>: Obtaining data from suppliers usually takes the longest. It\u2019s worth starting your preparations well in advance.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:left|color:%23002E5B&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; text=&#8221;Key simplifications in the EUDR Regulation (Updated: April 2026)&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_table_row{margin-top: 40px !important; margin-bottom: 40px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-table-container\">\n<table class=\"eudr-custom-table\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Category<\/th>\n<th>Type of simplification \/ Change<\/th>\n<th>Benefit for the business<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Further links in the chain<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">The \u2018DDS Reference\u2019 principle<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">Distributors and exporters do not need to carry out a new risk assessment; it is sufficient to provide the DDS number of the previous supplier in the EU.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"alt\">\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Small plots<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">GPS point (&lt; 0,5 ha)<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">For plots smaller than 0.5 ha, a single set of coordinates is sufficient instead of drawing the entire polygon.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Recycling<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">Exemption for 100% recycled content<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">Products made entirely from recycled materials (paper, rubber, retreaded tyres) are exempt from the EUDR.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"alt\">\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Tyres<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">Retreading<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">Retreaded tyres (CN 4012) are classified as recovered goods and do not require a DDS declaration or geolocation.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Automotive<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">Fitted components<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">Tyres and leather parts fitted to finished vehicles are not subject to the EUDR (the vehicle\u2019s CN code determines this, e.g. 8703).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"alt\">\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Benchmarking<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">\u2018Low Risk\u2019 countries<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">Exemption from stages 2 and 3 (risk analysis and mitigation). Only stage 1 (basic data and GPS) is required.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Supply chain<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">\u201cMass Balance\u201d certification<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">The rules governing the blending of raw materials (e.g. rubber) have been clarified, making it easier to assign plot groups to production batches.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"alt\">\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Digitisation<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">System interoperability<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">The ability to automatically import data from official national forest registers into the TRACES NT system.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td data-label=\"Kategoria\"><strong>Stocks<\/strong><\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Zmiana\">Transitional period<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Korzy\u015b\u0107\">Flexibility for goods manufactured before the regulations come into force (29 June 2023) and clear rules on the disposal of stock placed on the market before December 2026.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_eudr_cta{background:#002e5b!important;padding-top:60px!important;padding-bottom:60px!important;margin-top:80px!important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_custom_heading font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center|color:%23ffffff&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; text=&#8221;Do you need assistance with the EUDR?&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center; color: #ffffff; font-size: 18px; max-width: 800px; margin: 0 auto;\">POL-AGENT supports importers, exporters and transport companies in preparing documentation and handling customs clearance in accordance with the EUDR.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn color=&#8221;success&#8221; size=&#8221;lg&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; title=&#8221;Contact Us&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fpolagent.com%2Fen%2Fcontact%2F|title:Contact|&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1779900000000{margin-top:50px !important;margin-bottom:35px !important;padding-top:0px !important;padding-bottom:0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<div class=\"eudr-update-box\" style=\"font-family: Arial,sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; background: #f7f9fc; border: 1px solid #d9e2ec; border-radius: 14px; overflow: hidden; box-shadow: 0 6px 24px rgba(15,23,42,0.08);\">\n<!-- HEADER --><\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #0f172a; color: #fff; padding: 28px 32px 24px 32px; border-bottom: 4px solid #1d78b5;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 13px; font-weight: bold; letter-spacing: 1.5px; text-transform: uppercase; color: #7dd3fc; margin-bottom: 8px;\">EUDR UPDATE<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"margin: 0 0 8px 0; color: #fff; font-size: 30px; line-height: 1.2; font-weight: bold;\">EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) \u2013 status as of 27 September 2026<\/h2>\n<div style=\"font-size: 15px; color: #cbd5e1;\">Key updates on product scope, implementation dates and operators&#8217; obligations<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- INTRO --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 28px 32px 10px 32px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #eaf6ff; border-left: 5px solid #1d78b5; padding: 18px 20px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 25px;\"><strong style=\"color: #0f172a;\">IMPORTANT UPDATE<\/strong><br \/>\nSince the publication of the original version of this guide, the EUDR framework has been amended and further clarified.<br \/>\nThe section below summarises the most important changes that should be taken into account when preparing for EUDR compliance.<\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0;\"><strong>Basis of this update:<\/strong> amendments adopted in 2025 and 2026, including changes to the scope of products covered by EUDR<br \/>\nand updates concerning the operation of the EUDR Information System.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- 1. IMPLEMENTATION DATES --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 10px 32px 5px 32px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #0f172a; margin: 15px 0 18px 0;\">1. EUDR implementation dates<\/h3>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px; margin-bottom: 10px;\">\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 250px; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 13px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .7px; color: #64748b; font-weight: bold;\">Large and medium-sized enterprises<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 27px; font-weight: bold; color: #1d78b5; margin: 8px 0;\">30 Dec 2026<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\">The main EUDR obligations will apply to large and medium-sized operators from this date.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 250px; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 13px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .7px; color: #64748b; font-weight: bold;\">Micro and small enterprises<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 27px; font-weight: bold; color: #1d78b5; margin: 8px 0;\">30 Jun 2027<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\">This is the general application date for most micro and small operators.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 250px; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 13px; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .7px; color: #64748b; font-weight: bold;\">Important exception<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 27px; font-weight: bold; color: #d97706; margin: 8px 0;\">30 Dec 2026<\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\">Applies to micro and small operators that were previously covered by the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR).<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- 2. PRODUCT SCOPE --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 15px 32px 5px 32px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #0f172a; margin: 15px 0 18px 0;\">2. Changes to the scope of products covered by EUDR<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026\/2102<\/strong> amended Annex I to the EUDR.<br \/>\nThe Regulation was published in the Official Journal of the European Union on 17 September 2026 and entered into force on 18 September 2026.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 300px; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px;\">\n<div style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #166534; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 12px;\">Products removed from the scope<\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\">\n<li>certain raw bovine hides and skins, leather and related bovine products,<\/li>\n<li>retreaded tyres,<\/li>\n<li>certain articles of vulcanised rubber,<\/li>\n<li>conveyor or transmission belts,<\/li>\n<li>soybeans intended for sowing,<\/li>\n<li>certain aircraft and motor vehicle seats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 300px; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px;\">\n<div style=\"font-weight: bold; color: #92400e; font-size: 16px; margin-bottom: 12px;\">Products added to the scope<\/div>\n<ul style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 20px;\">\n<li>instant coffee,<\/li>\n<li>certain palm-oil derivatives,<\/li>\n<li>frozen bovine tongues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 15px; padding: 12px; background: #fff7ed; border-radius: 7px; font-size: 14px;\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> the newly added products will become subject to EUDR obligations<br \/>\nfrom <strong>30 December 2027<\/strong>.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"background: #f1f5f9; border-radius: 8px; padding: 16px 18px; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 10px;\"><strong>Important:<\/strong> the amendment does not change the list of seven main commodities covered by EUDR: cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya and wood. It changes the scope of certain products derived from those commodities.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- 3. OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITIES --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 15px 32px 5px 32px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #0f172a; margin: 15px 0 18px 0;\">3. Changes to responsibilities within the supply chain<\/h3>\n<p>One of the key changes is the simplification of the due diligence model. Responsibility for submitting a Due Diligence Statement (DDS) is primarily concentrated on the <strong>first operator placing the relevant product on the EU market or exporting it from the EU<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px; margin: 20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; align-items: center; gap: 10px; text-align: center;\">\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 180px; background: #eff6ff; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"><strong>Producer \/ supplier<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #64748b;\">outside or inside the EU<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 24px; color: #94a3b8;\">\u2192<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 220px; background: #dbeafe; border: 2px solid #1d78b5; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"><strong style=\"color: #0f172a;\">FIRST OPERATOR<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #475569;\">DDS \/ due diligence<\/span><\/div>\n<div style=\"font-size: 24px; color: #94a3b8;\">\u2192<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 180px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 8px; padding: 15px;\"><strong>Downstream operators<\/strong><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #64748b;\">obligations depend on status<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\">Following the amendments, entities operating further down the supply chain no longer have the same due diligence and DDS obligations as under the original model. The exact obligations depend on whether the company qualifies as an operator, downstream operator or trader, as well as on its size and role.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- 4. INFORMATION SYSTEM --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 15px 32px 5px 32px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #0f172a; margin: 15px 0 18px 0;\">4. EUDR Information System<\/h3>\n<p>The current legislation and implementing acts refer to the <strong>EUDR Information System<\/strong>. The system is used, among other things, for submitting Due Diligence Statements and simplified declarations where applicable.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #ecfdf5; border-left: 5px solid #16a34a; padding: 17px 20px; border-radius: 7px; margin: 18px 0;\"><strong>What does this mean in practice?<\/strong><br \/>\nWhen preparing EUDR documentation, companies should use the current functionality of the EUDR Information System and the latest European Commission guidance. Older materials referring exclusively to \u201cTRACES NT\u201d may no longer reflect the current system.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- 5. GEOLOCATION --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 15px 32px 5px 32px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #0f172a; margin: 15px 0 18px 0;\">5. Geolocation \u2013 important clarification<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background: #fff7ed; border: 1px solid #fed7aa; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px; margin-bottom: 18px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 17px; font-weight: bold; color: #9a3412; margin-bottom: 8px;\">\u26a0\ufe0f Important note regarding older information<\/div>\n<p style=\"margin: 0;\">Older EUDR materials may refer to a <strong>0.5-hectare<\/strong> threshold in the context of geolocation. This threshold should not be confused with the rules governing the representation of plot geolocation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Under Article 2(28) of the EUDR, for plots of land with an area of <strong>more than 4 hectares <\/strong>used for the production of relevant commodities other than cattle, geolocation must be provided as a <strong>polygon<\/strong> describing the boundaries of the plot.<\/p>\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\">\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 280px; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px;\">\n<p><strong style=\"color: #1d78b5;\">Plot up to 4 ha<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 8px 0 0 0;\">Geolocation may be provided using the required geographical coordinates.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 280px; background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 18px;\">\n<p><strong style=\"color: #1d78b5;\">Plot above 4 ha<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; margin: 8px 0 0 0;\">For the production of commodities other than cattle, a polygon describing the perimeter of the plot is required.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- 6. TRANSPORT \/ CUSTOMS --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 15px 32px 5px 32px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #0f172a; margin: 15px 0 18px 0;\">6. EUDR, transport, freight forwarding and customs clearance<\/h3>\n<p>The mere transport of a product does not automatically make a carrier or freight forwarder an \u201coperator\u201d under the EUDR. The actual role of the company within the supply chain is decisive.<\/p>\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px; margin: 18px 0;\">\n<div style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 17px; color: #0f172a; margin-bottom: 12px;\">Before an import customs declaration is submitted, it is worth verifying:<\/div>\n<ol style=\"margin: 0; padding-left: 22px;\">\n<li>the CN code of the imported product,<\/li>\n<li>whether the product is included in the current Annex I to the EUDR,<\/li>\n<li>the company&#8217;s status and role in the supply chain,<\/li>\n<li>the country of production and origin of the relevant commodity,<\/li>\n<li>the required geolocation data,<\/li>\n<li>whether a DDS or another declaration is required,<\/li>\n<li>the reference number \/ identifier of the relevant declaration, where required.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<p style=\"font-size: 14px; color: #475569;\">For companies using customs clearance services, this means that EUDR procedures should be properly integrated into the preparation of import and export documentation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- 7. CHECKLIST --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 15px 32px 5px 32px;\">\n<h3 style=\"font-size: 22px; color: #0f172a; margin: 15px 0 18px 0;\">7. EUDR 2026 \u2013 quick checklist for importers<\/h3>\n<div style=\"background: #fff; border: 1px solid #dbe4ee; border-radius: 10px; padding: 20px;\">\n<div style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 10px;\">\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; padding: 12px 15px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 7px;\">\u2713 Check the CN code of the product<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; padding: 12px 15px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 7px;\">\u2713 Check the current scope of Annex I<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; padding: 12px 15px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 7px;\">\u2713 Determine your role in the supply chain<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; padding: 12px 15px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 7px;\">\u2713 Determine the applicable EUDR implementation date<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; padding: 12px 15px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 7px;\">\u2713 Verify the country of production and risk classification<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; padding: 12px 15px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 7px;\">\u2713 Prepare the required geolocation data<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; padding: 12px 15px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 7px;\">\u2713 Verify the applicable DDS requirements<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex: 1 1 45%; padding: 12px 15px; background: #f8fafc; border-radius: 7px;\">\u2713 Integrate EUDR requirements into the customs process<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- 8. POL-AGENT CTA --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 25px 32px 32px 32px;\">\n<div style=\"background: #0f172a; color: #fff; border-radius: 12px; padding: 26px 28px;\">\n<div style=\"font-size: 13px; letter-spacing: 1.2px; text-transform: uppercase; color: #7dd3fc; font-weight: bold; margin-bottom: 7px;\">POL-AGENT<\/div>\n<h3 style=\"margin: 0 0 10px 0; color: #fff; font-size: 23px;\">Need assistance with imports of products covered by EUDR?<\/h3>\n<p style=\"margin: 0 0 18px 0; color: #cbd5e1; font-size: 15px;\">POL-AGENT supports businesses with customs clearance and formalities related to international trade. For products covered by EUDR, we can assist with the organisation of the import process and verification of the required documentation.<\/p>\n<p><a style=\"display: inline-block; background: #1d78b5; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; padding: 12px 22px; border-radius: 6px; font-weight: bold; font-size: 14px;\" href=\"https:\/\/polagent.com\/kontakt\/\">CONTACT POL-AGENT<br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- DISCLAIMER --><\/p>\n<div style=\"padding: 0 32px 30px 32px;\">\n<div style=\"border-top: 1px solid #dbe4ee; padding-top: 18px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.55; color: #64748b;\">\n<p><strong>Information updated: 27 September 2026.<\/strong><br \/>\nThis update is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. 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