"The landmark law, known as the EUDR and adopted in 2023, had banned imports of products driving deforestation and was hailed by environmentalists. The law has faced opposition from major trading partners such as Brazil and the United States, who argue that businesses will suffer due to increased paperwork and higher costs. The proposed changes to the law still require the approval of member states and the European Parliament."
"Among the goods that could be impacted by the measure are coffee, cocoa, soy, timber, palm oil, cattle, printing paper and rubber. Under the law, companies importing goods to the EU would need to provide a statement that shows that they do not come from areas hit by deforestation. This would also require firms to provide geolocation and satellite data."
The European Commission proposed revisions to the 2023 EUDR that would soften compliance requirements and adjust implementation timelines. The EUDR had banned imports of products linked to deforestation and prompted opposition from major trading partners citing increased paperwork and higher costs. The Commission recommended reversing a second postponement, moving the deadline to the end of 2025 for larger companies while keeping smaller firms until the end of 2026 and granting a six-month grace period for larger companies. The proposal narrows obligations to importers, removes requirements for purchasers/processors/sellers, and keeps mandates for import statements, geolocation and satellite data. The changes require approval by all 27 member states and the European Parliament.
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