Digital Product Passport (DPP): What UK Exporters Need to Know

The EU’s Digital Product Passport legislation introduces mandatory product traceability requirements for businesses selling into European markets from 2027 onwards.

Confirmed Product Categories:

• Textiles and apparel (2027)

• Iron, steel, and aluminium products (2026-2027)

• Furniture and mattresses (2028-2029)

• Tyres and certain electronics

Each affected product will require a unique digital identifier—typically a QR code—linking to information about materials, manufacturing origin, carbon footprint, and end-of-life disposal instructions.

The Challenge:

Whilst product categories are confirmed, detailed requirements won’t be published until late 2025. However, the hardest challenge isn’t the technology—it’s getting your supply chain ready to provide the necessary data.

Many overseas suppliers will need clear guidance on what information to collect and how to document it. Starting this conversation now gives you time to identify gaps and address them before compliance deadlines.

Unlike carbon reporting requirements such as CBAM, DPP demands comprehensive product-level documentation from raw materials through to recycling.

Selling textiles, metals, or manufactured goods to the EU? We provide practical guidance on supply chain preparation and how new regulations connect to your existing customs compliance. Contact us to discuss your situation.