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EUDR Free Guide October 2026

Your Practical Guide to EUDR Obligations for Operators

Starting December 30, 2026, operators will bear primary responsibility under the EUDR. Our free guide walks importers and EU producers through due diligence, the Declaration of Due Diligence (DDS), and customs procedures step by step.

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With a practical example throughout: Using a fictional coffee roastery as an example, each EUDR requirement is explained in concrete terms, from clarifying roles to the DDS and customs.

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Contents of the Guide

Your Guide to EUDR Requirements as an Operator

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Am I an operator?

Clarify your role: Are you an operator, a downstream operator, or a trader—including dual roles, group-wide cases, and re-imports? Use this decision-making guide for a quick comparison.

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Preparation through December 30, 2026

Overview of Deadlines, Product Review According to the New Annex I, and Registration in the EU Information System.

As of October 2026
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The Duty of Care in Three Steps

Information compilation, geodata in GeoJSON format, risk assessment and risk mitigation, including the special case of low-risk countries.

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Statement of Due Diligence & Customs

The DDS in Five Steps, the 2026 Changes, the Correct Information on the Customs Declaration (TARIC C716), and the Transmission of Reference Numbers.

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Schedule & Checklist

Specific tasks to be completed immediately, by November, by December, and starting in 2027, so that you can demonstrate your ability to deliver by the deadline.

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Who is this for?

This guide is for you if…

You import or produce EUDR-regulated raw materials in the EU
Coffee, cocoa, soy, palm oil, wood, rubber, cattle, or products derived therefrom, as an importer or EU primary producer.
You must submit a Declaration of Due Diligence (DDS)
And to learn, step by step, how due diligence, geographic data, DDS, and customs declarations work together in practice.
You need to clarify your role and dual roles in the supply chain
Operator, downstream operator, or trader, including corporate structures and re-imports.
You want to minimize regulatory risks
Avoid fines, import bans, and reputational damage by preparing in a timely and verifiable manner.

Important EUDR Deadlines

2023

Entry into Force of the EUDR

Regulation (EU) 2023/1115 enters into force. The preparatory phase begins.

2026

Requirement for Large and Medium-Sized Companies

Starting December 30, 2026, the full EUDR due diligence requirements will apply to operators.

2027

Requirements for Micro- and Small Businesses

Extended transition period through June 30, 2027, with simplified requirements.

2027

Newly Added Products

For products newly covered by Regulation (EU) 2026/2102 (e.g., instant coffee) as of December 30, 2027.