Regulation Updates
Stay current on key regulations, standards, and research shaping the future of the Digital Product Passport.
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CEN has approved the eight European DPP standards
CEN/CENELEC JTC 24 has approved eight European standards for the Digital Product Passport: EN 18216, 18219, 18220, 18221, 18222 and 18223 on 3 May 2026, and EN 18239 and 18246 on 17 August 2026. They cover data exchange, unique identifiers, data carriers, storage and archiving, APIs, interoperability, access rights and data integrity.
The EU Digital Product Passport registry is live, with a testing environment
The European Commission announced that the Digital Product Passport registry set up under ESPR Article 13 has launched, starting with a testing environment. The registry stores at least the unique identifiers and is used by customs and authorities; the passport data itself stays decentralised, with the economic operator or a service provider.
Ban on destroying unsold clothing and footwear now applies
From 19 July 2026, ESPR Article 25 and Annex VII prohibit economic operators from destroying unsold apparel, clothing accessories and footwear. Micro and small enterprises are exempt; medium-sized enterprises follow from 19 July 2030. Derogations are set out in delegated acts. Separately, companies that discard unsold consumer products must disclose numbers, reasons and destinations each year (Article 24).
The DPP Registry has its rulebook: Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1778
The Commission has adopted the implementing rules for the Digital Product Passport registry set up under ESPR, Regulation (EU) 2024/1781: how economic operators are verified and how identifiers are uploaded. The registry stores at least the unique identifiers; the passport data itself stays with the economic operator or a service provider.
EV battery durability: test methods and type-approval requirements updated
Delegated Regulation (EU) 2026/1753 amends Regulation (EU) 2018/858 on environmental performance and emission requirements, including in-vehicle battery durability, electric vehicle system power and range at low temperature. Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1764 amends Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/1706 with the matching methods, tests and administrative requirements.
Vehicles get a circularity regulation — and it amends the Battery Regulation
Regulation (EU) 2026/1738 sets circularity requirements for vehicle design and rules for managing end-of-life vehicles. It amends Regulations (EU) No 168/2013, 2018/858, 2019/1020 and 2023/1542, and repeals Directives 2000/53/EC and 2005/64/EC.
Commission establishes the Battery Booster Facility
Commission Decision (EU) 2026/1283 establishes the Battery Booster Facility and serves as the financing decision for 2026.
Corrigendum issued to the Battery Regulation
A corrigendum to Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 concerning batteries and waste batteries has been published, correcting the text as it appeared in OJ L 191 of 28 July 2023.
ESPR Delegated Acts: Priority Product Categories Announced
The European Commission has published the priority list for Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) delegated acts. Textiles, furniture, and iron & steel are among the first wave, with draft requirements expected by Q3 2026.
Battery Passport Deadline: One Year Countdown Begins
With the February 2027 deadline approaching, the EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) mandates digital battery passports for all EV and industrial batteries placed on the EU market. Companies must prepare data infrastructure for carbon footprint, recycled content, and supply chain due diligence.
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) Implementation Deadline Extended
The European Parliament has agreed to extend the EUDR implementation deadline to December 2026, giving operators additional time to set up due diligence systems. The regulation requires proof that products have not contributed to deforestation.
Digital Product Passport IT Architecture: Commission Technical Guidance Published
The European Commission has released technical guidance on the IT architecture for Digital Product Passports, including data carrier requirements (QR, RFID, NFC), data exchange protocols, and interoperability standards based on GS1 and EPCIS.
Textile DPP Requirements: Fiber Composition and Microplastics Reporting
Draft delegated acts for textiles under ESPR reveal mandatory reporting on fiber composition, microplastic shedding rates, durability testing results, and recyclability scores. Public consultation period open until March 2026.
Cosmetics Regulation Update: Digital Information Requirements
The EU is advancing plans to integrate cosmetics product information into the Digital Product Passport framework. New requirements will mandate digital disclosure of ingredient safety data, allergen information, and environmental impact assessments.
Tyre Labelling Regulation: Enhanced Digital Requirements from 2026
Updated EU tyre labelling rules (Regulation 2020/740) now require digital access to performance data including rolling resistance, wet grip, and noise levels via QR codes. This serves as a precursor to full tyre DPP requirements under ESPR.
Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR): DPP Integration Confirmed
The final text of the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation confirms that packaging will require digital product passports. Requirements include material composition, recycled content percentage, and recyclability classification.
Construction Products Regulation (CPR) Revision: Digital Declaration of Performance
The revised Construction Products Regulation mandates digital Declarations of Performance (DoP) for all construction products. This digital-first approach aligns with the broader DPP framework and requires structured data on environmental and safety performance.
Furniture Sustainability: Durability and Repairability Standards in Development
CEN/TC 207 is developing harmonized standards for furniture durability and repairability assessment. These standards will underpin ESPR requirements for furniture DPP, covering structural integrity, material recyclability, and repair instructions.
Electronics Right to Repair: Spare Parts and Repair Data in DPP
The EU's Right to Repair Directive requires electronics manufacturers to make spare parts available for up to 10 years and include repair manuals in digital product passports. Smartphones and tablets are first in scope.
Detergents Regulation Revision: Mandatory Digital Safety Information
The revised EU Detergents Regulation introduces requirements for digital access to safety data sheets, ingredient lists with biodegradability ratings, and environmental impact classifications through product QR codes.
Mattress Sustainability Labeling: EU Ecolabel Criteria Updated
Updated EU Ecolabel criteria for mattresses include stricter requirements on hazardous substances, durability testing, and end-of-life recyclability. These criteria will inform future DPP requirements for the mattress industry under ESPR.
Steel Industry Carbon Border Adjustment: CBAM Reporting Obligations
The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) transitional phase requires importers of iron and steel products to report embedded emissions. This data will eventually integrate with DPP requirements for steel products under ESPR.
Footwear Transparency: Supply Chain Due Diligence Requirements
Under the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), footwear brands must map and assess human rights and environmental risks across their supply chains. This information will be required in footwear DPPs.