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EUDR Compliance for eCommerce Sellers

What You Need to Know About the EU Deforestation Regulation

If you sell products into the European Union, even online, the new EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) could directly affect your business. The EUDR, officially Regulation (EU) 2023/1115, aims to stop the import and export of products linked to deforestation or forest degradation. It’s part of the EU’s wider commitment to promoting sustainable trade and responsible sourcing, and it’s coming into force soon.

When does the EUDR start?

Businesses have a transition period to prepare:

  • Large and medium-sized businesses: must comply by 30 December 2025
  • Small and micro businesses: have until 30 June 2026

Which products are covered under the EUDR?

The EUDR focuses on commodities that are known drivers of deforestation, plus their derived products. These include:

  • Cattle and leather
  • Cocoa and chocolate
  • Coffee
  • Palm oil
  • Soy
  • Wood, and derived products like paper, pulp, and furniture


If you sell food, homeware, beauty, furniture, or clothing that includes any of these ingredients or materials, you may fall under EUDR rules – even if you only sell online through marketplaces or your own store. 

EUDR Compliance

Does the EUDR apply to eCommerce sellers?

Yes, absolutely.
The regulation applies to any business that places covered products on the EU market, or exports them from the EU, whether you’re based in Europe or not.

So, if you:

  • Sell on marketplaces like Amazon, eBay, or Etsy
  • Operate your own Shopify or WooCommerce store with EU customers
  • Ship products containing cocoa, coffee, wood, leather, or soy


…then you need to check if your products fall under EUDR scope.

EUDR compliance requirements: what eCommerce sellers must do

To comply, every affected business must set up a Due Diligence System that can trace the origin of the commodities they sell.

This means you’ll need to:

  1. Trace your supply chain and identify where your raw materials come from
  2. Collect geolocation data for the farms or plots where commodities were produced
  3. Prove no deforestation occurred after 31 December 2020
  4. Confirm local law compliance (land use, labor, and environmental rules)
  5. Assess and mitigate risks e.g., with supplier checks or audits
  6. Keep records for at least five years


Before selling covered products to EU customers, you must also submit a Due Diligence Statement through the EUDR Information System, confirming your products meet all these requirements.

Ongoing EUDR responsibilities

Once you’ve registered, your work isn’t done.
You’ll need to:

  • Continuously monitor suppliers and sourcing
  • Update risk assessments when suppliers change
  • Maintain documentation and evidence of compliance
  • Be ready for inspections or audits by EU authorities

Why eCommerce sellers should start preparing now

According to PwC, implementing a full compliance system can take up to 10 months.
You’ll need time to reach out to suppliers, gather data, and set up traceability tools; especially if you manage multiple SKUs or suppliers.

If you wait too long, you risk:

  • Shipment delays or rejections at EU customs
  • Fines of up to 4% of your EU turnover
  • Product delisting from marketplaces
  • Loss of consumer trust and sales


Starting now gives you time to adjust, build compliant workflows, and avoid disruptions to your EU trade.

Penalties for EUDR non-compliance

Non-compliance can have serious consequences, including:

  • Fines of up to 4% of your total EU turnover
  • Confiscation or recall of non-compliant products
  • Suspension from public contracts or EU funding
  • Reputational damage and potential marketplace bans


Each EU country will enforce the rules individually, so penalties can vary – but the message is clear: compliance is not optional.

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EUDR compliance checklist for eCommerce sellers

Step Step Action Required Why It Matters How We Can Help
1
Scope review
Identify if your products use regulated commodities
We’ll review your product catalog and flag at-risk items
2
Supplier engagement
Gather geolocation and legal compliance data
We’ll provide supplier templates and data collection tools
3
Build your due diligence system
Create workflows for risk, documentation, and traceability
We’ll help design and integrate compliance processes
4
Register in the EUDR Portal
Needed to submit due diligence statements
We’ll guide you through registration and setup
5
Submit compliance statements
Legal requirement before sale
We’ll help prepare, verify, and upload your statements
6
Monitor and update
Keep supplier data and risk assessments current
We’ll manage audits and regular compliance checks
7
Plan for contingencies
Avoid disruption if a supplier is flagged high-risk
We’ll help with alternative sourcing and mitigation plans
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Next steps: Get ready for EUDR now

Preparing for the EUDR takes time, especially if you sell across multiple product categories or marketplaces.

Here’s how to get started today:

  1. Check if your products are in scope (cattle, coffee, cocoa, soy, palm oil, or wood)
  2. Map your supply chain and contact suppliers for documentation
  3. Set up your due diligence system or partner with experts
  4. Register early on the EUDR Information System
  5. Stay informed about updates and enforcement timelines

We can support you every step of the way; from gap analysis and supplier outreach to system setup and ongoing compliance.

By acting early, you’ll protect your EU sales, avoid costly fines, and build a strong sustainability reputation with customers.

Need help preparing for EUDR compliance?

We can assess your product range, onboard you to the EUDR portal, and set up your compliance systems so you’re ready before the 2025 deadline.

Get in touch today to secure your EU trade future.