WISA PLYWOOD
 

EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) introduces new requirements for the trade of wood and wood-based products. Read on to learn more about the implementation of EUDR at UPM Plywood.

 
 

What is EUDR?

The EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products (EUDR) is the EU’s latest initiative to combat deforestation and forest degradation worldwide. Effective from 29 June 2023, it replaces the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) and expands due diligence requirements to a wider range of commodities, including wood.

 
By 30 December 2024, it will be prohibited to place, sell, or export relevant commodities – such as wood – or products containing or made using such relevant commodities in the EU unless they meet the following criteria:

Deforestation and Forest Degradation-Free

Compliance with Country Legislation

Due Diligence Statement

UPM Plywood’s commitment to EUDR

UPM Plywood is aware of the obligations set in the EUDR. During the transition period, we are taking necessary measures to ensure compliance when the regulation enters into application in December 2024. 

The chart below outlines the basics of EUDR implementation in UPM Plywood. Before placing its products on the market, UPM Plywood will submit a due diligence statement (DDS) to the EU Information System, Traces. The system will generate a reference number, which UPM Plywood will provide to its customers.
 

EUDR Process at UPM Plywood

 

Definitions: 

Relevant commodities: Cattle, cocoa, coffee, oil palm, rubber, soya and wood.

Relevant products: Products that contain or have been made using relevant commodities.

Deforestation: The conversion of a forest to agricultural use.

Forest degradation: Structural changes to forest cover e.g., converting primary forests or naturally regenerating forests into plantation forests.

Operator: Any natural or legal person who, in the course of a commercial activity, places relevant products on the market or exports them.

Placing on the market: The first making available of a relevant commodity or relevant product on the Union market.

Trader: Any person in the supply chain other than the operator who, in the course of a commercial activity, makes relevant products available on the market.

Making available on the market: Any supply of a relevant product for distribution, consumption or use on the Union market in the course of a commercial activity, whether in return for payment or free of charge. 

Due Diligence process: a) collecting of information, data and documents b) risk assessment measures c) risk mitigation measures.

 

Implementation of the EU Regulation on Deforestation-free Products at UPM Plywood

Read article published 10 June 2024
 

Frequently asked questions on EUDR

The information in this section reflects UPM Plywood’s interpretation of publicly available information on the EUDR from EU sources. Please note that UPM Plywood does not provide advice on EUDR compliance. We recommend seeking guidance from the EU or a third party to determine regulation impact on your own business activities. For further information on EUDR, please visit the EU Commission's official website.

This section will be updated as new information becomes available (current update: 22.11.2024).