EU Commission Proposes Simplification Measures for EUDR
The EU Commission has presented a proposal to simplify the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) to reduce obligations for operators and traders, particularly small and micro companies from low-risk countries.
The proposal includes a transitional implementation period for EUDR, but does not suggest a general one-year delay. Instead, the Commission has introduced "targeted measures" to support affected companies, stakeholders, third countries, and EU member states in implementing the EUDR.
The Commission wants to support affected companies, stakeholders, third countries and EU member states in the smooth implementation of the EUDR.
- No general delay to EUDR is proposed
- Transitional implementation period for EUDR is included
- "Zero-risk category" is not part of the Commission's proposal
Author's summary: EU Commission simplifies EUDR without general delay.