DOES YOUR COMPANY IMPORT OR EXPORT PRODUCTS TO OR FROM THE EU MARKET THAT MAY HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO DEFORESTATION OR FOREST DEGRADATION? THEN YOU’RE DIRECTLY AFFECTED BY REGULATION (EU) 2023/1115 (EUDR). WE HELP YOU MANAGE YOUR DUE DILIGENCE STATEMENTS (DDS) AND ENSURE COMPLIANCE WITH THIS NEW REGULATION.
Regulation (EU) 2023/1115, also known as the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), aims to reduce the European Union’s contribution to global deforestation and forest degradation. It applies to companies placing certain commodities or derived products on the EU market — or exporting them from the EU — when these goods are associated with deforestation, forest degradation, or illegal production practices.
Under the EUDR, operators and traders must carry out and submit a Due Diligence Statement (DDS) before placing relevant products on the market. This includes verifying that the products are both deforestation-free and legally produced in accordance with the country of origin’s laws. The regulation applies to key commodities such as soy, beef, palm oil, wood, cocoa, coffee, and rubber — as well as many of their derived products.
The goal of the EUDR is to ensure that supply chains linked to the EU market are both environmentally sustainable and transparent. Failure to comply may result in sanctions, fines, or restrictions. Companies must now put in place traceability systems, risk assessments, and strong documentation to prove compliance and demonstrate their commitment to protecting global forests.
A Due Diligence Statement (DDS) is required under the EUDR if:
You place relevant products (covered by the regulation) on the EU market, whether they are imported or produced within the EU.
The products in question are listed in Annex I of the regulation (e.g. soy, beef, palm oil, wood, cocoa, coffee, rubber — and their derivatives).
You are an operator or trader who is the first to place the products on the EU market.
The products are not exempted under simplified due diligence procedures (e.g. low-risk countries, as defined by the EU).
You are involved in the sale or distribution of these products and need to ensure traceability and compliance.
You export relevant products from the EU to a third country.
The products were produced on land that may have been subject to deforestation or forest degradation after 31 December 2020.
As part of the implementation of Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 on deforestation-free products (EUDR), companies subject to the regulation are now required to submit a Due Diligence Statement (DDS) before placing relevant products on the EU market or exporting them.
To ensure traceability and proper risk assessment, the European Commission has integrated the DDS submission process into TRACES-NT, its official sanitary and phytosanitary (SPS) certification platform. As a result, using TRACES-NT is mandatory for all operators and traders who need to comply with the EUDR.
All DDSs must be recorded in TRACES NT with full details, including the precise geolocation of the production areas.
The system enforces strict formats for the information to be provided, requiring careful attention to avoid data entry errors.
All documents related to due diligence (certificates, proof of origin, reports) must be uploaded to TRACES NT, necessitating efficient administrative organisation.
Any modifications or corrections must be made promptly in the system to ensure compliance and prevent delays or blockages.
Operators must track the status of their DDSs (accepted, pending, rejected) and respond to requests or comments from authorities via TRACES.
DDSs and their supporting documents must be retained within TRACES NT, ensuring full traceability and availability for audits.
Inadequate management within TRACES NT can lead to sanctions, market entry refusals, or administrative blockages.
ASD Group supports you throughout the process of importing relevant products covered by the EUDR. Here is how we can assist you:
These documents are mandatory for importing soy, beef, palm oil, wood, cocoa, coffee, rubber — and their derivatives into the EU.
We handle the creation and submission of DDS documents in the TRACES-NT system.
ASD Group ensures the DDS is validated in the TRACES-NT system. This validation confirms that the goods imported in the EU comply with the EUDR rules.
The EUDR targets specific high-risk commodities linked to deforestation and forest degradation, requiring strict due diligence for their placement on the EU market.
Due diligence plays a central role in implementing the European Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 aimed at combating imported deforestation. It serves as a verification and transparency mechanism for companies marketing products linked to deforestation.
By requiring economic operators to assess, monitor, and document the origin of their raw materials, this process ensures that products placed on the European market do not contribute to illegal deforestation or the degradation of forest ecosystems.
Beyond regulatory compliance, due diligence also involves the social and environmental responsibility of companies, thereby strengthening consumer trust and supporting global efforts to preserve biodiversity and combat climate change.
Our teams specialise in European trade regulations, with in-depth knowledge of the EUDR and its due diligence requirements.
We handle the full process: risk assessment, documentation, and electronic submission via TRACES-NT.
We simplify complex procedures, helping you avoid administrative overload and costly errors.
Whether you're a small business or a multinational, we adapt our services to your supply chain, products, and risk exposure.
With our support, you reduce the risk of penalties, shipment delays, or market access restrictions due to non-compliance.
We ensure your DDS is filed correctly and securely, with complete traceability in line with EU expectations.
Imports and exports are impossible without a valid DDS.
