EUDR Due Diligence Reporting

EUDR Reporting and Due Diligence: What You Need to Know

The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) requires companies to submit due diligence statements before products can enter the EU market. These statements confirm that commodities are deforestation-free, legally sourced, and traceable. Retroactive reporting is not accepted, so preparation must happen in advance.

What is EUDR Due Diligence

Due diligence under the EUDR means verifying compliance before placement on the market. Operators and non-SME traders must assess risks, take mitigation steps, and record measures transparently to ensure supply chain integrity and support sustainability goals.

Key Elements of EUDR Due Diligence

Risk assessment and mitigation

Identify risks of deforestation, conflicts, or supply chain irregularities and resolve them through audits or additional data collection.

EUDR reporting requirements

Document how compliance was verified and what mitigation measures were applied. Clear reporting ensures accountability and transparency.

Documentation and record-keeping

Keep all compliance evidence for at least five years to meet legal obligations and build trust with stakeholders.

Responsibilities of Non-SME Traders

Non-SME traders face the same obligations as operators: they must collect evidence, prepare risk assessments, and report compliance accurately.

Why EUDR Reporting Matters

Due diligence reporting improves transparency, reduces the risk of deforestation, and strengthens trust with regulators and partners.

How the osapeers EUDR Community Helps

The osapeers EUDR community supports companies with peer-to-peer knowledge. Members join groups to discuss reporting, access templates and sample statements in the knowledge base, watch videos on best practices, and ask questions in Q&A sessions. This collective knowledge makes EUDR reporting more manageable and prepares businesses for regulatory change.