How do I set up an EUDR due diligence system?

A compliant due diligence system requires three elements: (1) Information collection — gather for each product: description, quantity, country of production, geolocation of harvest plot, supplier details, and evidence of legality and deforestation-free status; (2) Risk assessment — evaluate the risk that products are non-compliant considering: country risk (EU benchmarking), complexity of supply chain, prevalence of deforestation in source area, and concerns raised by stakeholders; (3) Risk mitigation — if risk is identified as non-negligible, take additional measures: independent surveys, satellite image analysis, supplier audits, third-party verification, or additional documentation requests. Document all steps and submit due diligence statement via EU Information System before placing product on market.

A compliant due diligence system requires three elements: (1) Information collection — gather for each product: description, quantity, country of production, geolocation of harvest plot, supplier details, and evidence of legality and deforestation-free status; (2) Risk assessment — evaluate the risk that products are non-compliant considering: country risk (EU benchmarking), complexity of supply chain, prevalence of deforestation in source area, and concerns raised by stakeholders; (3) Risk mitigation — if risk is identified as non-negligible, take additional measures: independent surveys, satellite image analysis, supplier audits, third-party verification, or additional documentation requests. Document all steps and submit due diligence statement via EU Information System before placing product on market.

Why this matters

This question relates to EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR): Timber Compliance Guide 2026, which covers the broader topic in detail. Understanding this specific aspect helps architects, builders, and timber dealers make informed specification decisions.

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