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Regulation & Compliance

EUDR customs codes explained: the TARIC codes and DDS references you need from December 2026

From 30 December 2026, the wrong customs code can hold EUDR goods at the border. Here are the TARIC codes and DDS references you need and what to do now.

PUBLISHED
15.10.2026
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

Working backwards: what real traceability looks like under EUDR enforcement

EUTR enforcement shows documents alone don't prove compliance. Learn how working backwards through an unbroken chain builds due diligence that holds up for EUDR.

PUBLISHED
05.10.2026
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

EUDR FAQs from Non-EU Businesses

Answers to real questions from our DBT EUDR webinar, covering samples, pallets, TRACES, geolocation data and cross-border supply chains.

PUBLISHED
27.08.2026
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

EUDR TRACES NT updates: What's Changed and What It Means for You - Q&A

Get the latest EUDR and TRACES NT updates, including Authorised Representatives, EORI numbers, mixed supply chains, DDS requirements and the 3-day SLA.

PUBLISHED
20.08.2026
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

Breaking the Language Barrier: Interu's AI-Powered Document Translation

Discover how Interu’s AI-powered document translation helps EUDR compliance teams translate complex, multilingual supply chain documents with greater accuracy and context.

PUBLISHED
11.08.2026
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

Delegated Acts vs Implementing Acts: What EU Operators Need to Know

Learn how delegated and implementing acts shape EUDR compliance, who can block them, and how changes affect product scope and reporting.

PUBLISHED
19.06.2026
Webinar
EUDR Explainers

EUDR April Review: What's Changed?

We'll be covering the recently announced EUDR April Review Update - what has changed, what has stayed the same and what this means for your business.

PUBLISHED
03.09.2026
Guides
2026

Preparing for EUDR: What Companies Are Learning on the Path to Compliance

What does EUDR preparation look like in practice? Hear from operators, traders and suppliers already working toward compliance — including the challenges, supplier engagement, and steps needed to embed EUDR confidently.

PUBLISHED
08.10.2026
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Elson Sutanto
Engagement Manager
Elson is an Engagement Manager at iov42 / Interu, working with organisations across the timber industry to understand regulatory compliance challenges and shape Interu's product roadmap to support emerging business opportunities. He has over 10 years' experience in the telecoms and technology sectors, including roles with the GSMA Connected Living team and Informa Telecoms & Media.
Andrew Wilsdorf
Head of Customer Success
Andrew is an experienced Customer Success leader with over 18 years in SaaS, project management, and ESG. Passionate about driving client success and sustainability, he has led global portfolios, built high-performing teams, and delivered innovative programmes across start-ups and scale-ups.
Lukas Freise
Head of Resource Department
Lukas Freise has been working in political advocacy for the timber industry in Berlin since 2013. Since 2023, he has been responsible for the raw materials department as managing director of the Main Association of the German Woodworking Industry (HDH).
Eduard de Boer
EUDR Specialist at Evan Buytendijk
Eduard de Boer is a seasoned industry expert at Evan Buytendijk, specialising in sustainable supply chain management and regulatory compliance. With a wealth of experience in navigating complex international trade and environmental regulations, Eduard has become a trusted advisor to organisations seeking to align their operations with evolving legal and market demands.
Maggie FitzHerbert
Senior Responsible Sourcing Officer
Maggie is the Senior Responsible Sourcing Officer, focused on EUDR and Forest Risk Commodities. She is a deforestation-free supply chain specialist, with experience in sustainability certification and legal compliance. She has worked with companies and initiatives around the world to support due diligence best practice, and join the dots between climate, biodiversity, and supply chains.
Dominic von Trotha Taylor
CEO and Chairman at iov42
Seasoned CEO, took PayPoint, a LSE-listed payments company, from startup phase to being a respected pan-European organisation with revenues in excess of €230m and left as CEO after 19 years. Demonstrating iov42’s rising voice in the blockchain and traceability scene, our CEO has been interviewed by leading publications including Euro.News, Sifted, and Forbes.
Trevor Willis
Senior Sales Manager
Trevor has extensive experience in the paper and packaging industry, and is passionate about fighting against counterfeiting through improved traceability and ensuring that the products EU citizens consume do not contribute to deforestation worldwide.
Konstantinos Madias
Sustainability Content Strategist
Konstantinos leverages his knowledge and experience in the field of sustainability. As a PhD candidate specializing in sustainability, Konstantinos ensures that Orbify's content is not only accurate but also insightful, reflecting the latest updates and trends in sustainability. His expertise helps guide Orbify's content strategy to inform and engage stakeholders effectively on crucial sustainability issues.
iov42 | Interu
Editorial Team
Interu enhances traceability by allowing users to securely collect, prove and share information across complex supply chains, without compromising privacy.
Soukaina Rabii
Customer Success and Implementation Manager
Soukaina has travelled around the world working for some amazing causes including sustainable farming in Fiji and Malawi. She has worked in blockchain for climate tech in Kenya and Ivory Coast and researched the impact of climate change on indigenous communities.
David Coleman
Chief Product and Technology Officer
David Coleman, an experienced technologist and Head of Product at iov42, drives the product vision for Interu by leveraging many years of experience, within small and large organisations, in creating technology solutions to complex problems. His passion is to figure out how to leverage existing and emerging technologies in a pragmatic and practical way to help address real world challenges.
Darren Thomas
CEO and Founder of DoubleHelix Tracking Technologies
Darren Thomas, an expert in supply chain due diligence, specialises in helping buyers, suppliers and retailers of forest products and agri-commodities comply with emerging due diligence regulations. He has managed projects across the globe, focusing on the practical implementation of solutions to demonstrate supply chain transparency and product traceability.
Anna Roberts
Head of Market Development
Anna Roberts, a social technologist and Head of Market Development at iov42, specialises in scaling solutions to enhance trust within multi-party networks. With a background in strategy consulting, she played a pivotal role in developing bespoke simulation technologies for leading organisations before venturing into sustainable trade networks as a square rig sailor.
Hollie Bridgland
Sr. Marketing and Communications Manager
Hollie leads the marketing strategy for Interu and is passionate about technology's role in helping solve global challenges. Prior to joining iov42 | Interu, Hollie worked as a comms consultant for technology companies including Cisco, Salesforce, Facebook and Adjust. A Saïd Business School, University of Oxford alumini, she is often found working from locations around the world.

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Blog
Regulation & Compliance

EUDR and Logistics: Who is Actually Responsible?

EUDR responsibility doesn’t sit with logistics providers. Learn who is legally accountable, how Incoterms affect liability, and how to avoid costly compliance risks.

Published:
14.04.2026
iov42 | Interu
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

EUDR Enforcement Is Here: What EU Operators Need to Know (and Do)

EUDR enforcement explained: how inspections work, key compliance risks, and what timber importers need to do to meet due diligence requirements.

Published:
25.03.2026
iov42 | Interu
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About iov42

Winter & Company Selects Interu to Support EUDR Compliance Across Its Global Operations

The strategic partnership combines technology, regulatory expertise and hands-on advisory support to operationalise EUDR requirements.

Published:
12.02.2026
iov42 | Interu
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

What Counts as a Micro, Small or Medium Business Under the EUDR - and What are Your Obligations?

Understand how micro, small and medium businesses are defined under the EUDR, what obligations apply, and where exemptions and simplifications exist.

Published:
21.01.2026
Anna Roberts
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

Inside the April 2026 EUDR Review: Targeted Changes, Same Obligations

April 2026 EUDR review brings targeted clarifications, not reduced obligations. Learn what’s changing, what isn’t, and what businesses must do next.

Published:
07.01.2026
iov42 | Interu
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

EUDR & the Print Exemption: What’s Actually Covered - and What Isn’t

A clear breakdown of the EU’s updated “print exemption” under EUDR, explaining which printed materials are genuinely exempt under HS Code 49 and which high-volume items remain in scope under HS Code 48. Paper and Packaging Expert Trevor Willis clarifies what the 2025 changes mean for operators, downstream traders, and seasonal supply chains ahead of the 2026 enforcement deadline.

Published:
16.12.2025
Trevor Willis
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

What Can Block or Accelerate Onboarding to Reach EUDR Compliance?

The journey to EUDR compliance is rarely straightforward. Each organisation begins from a different place - with different systems, data maturity, and levels of readiness. This blog from our Head of Customer Success outlines what can block or accelerate progress.

Published:
18.11.2025
Andrew Wilsdorf
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

The Role of Non-EU Based Organisations: Your Top Questions Answered

Discover what the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) means for non-EU organisations. This Q&A from Interu’s EUDR Webinar Series explains traceability, Due Diligence Statements (DDS), geolocation requirements, and how to stay compliant ahead of the 31 December 2025 deadline.

Published:
06.11.2025
Anna Roberts
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

From Intent to Implementation: Sharing EUDR Data with Customers and Suppliers

Discover how to move from EUDR intent to implementation. Learn what data to share, how to share it, and how Interu simplifies compliance across supply chains.

Published:
03.11.2025
Andrew Wilsdorf
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

EUDR and the UK & Ireland: Your Top Questions Answered

Discover how the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) affects UK and Northern Irish businesses, including key compliance rules under the Windsor Framework.

Published:
29.10.2025
Anna Roberts
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

EUDR Update: Greater Focus on Traceability and Due Diligence, Less on Digital Declarations

The European Commission’s proposal to update the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) reduces administrative steps for downstream operators but keeps full due diligence and traceability obligations intact. Learn how the changes shift focus from TRACES submissions to robust supply chain transparency and data confidence.

Published:
28.10.2025
David Coleman
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

Publishing Meets the EUDR: What You Need to Know

Discover how the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) impacts the publishing industry. From paper sourcing to book distribution, publishers must now prove materials are deforestation-free and traceable to their origin. Learn what this means for compliance, supply chains, and how Interu’s digital traceability tools can help publishers meet their EUDR obligations with confidence.

Published:
24.10.2025
Trevor Willis
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

What to Share with Customers and Suppliers: Key Takeaways from Our EUDR Webinar

Discover the key takeaways from Interu’s EUDR webinar, What to Share with Customers and Suppliers. Learn what data to exchange across your supply chain, how to prepare for the December 2026 EUDR deadline, and how to meet due diligence and TRACES requirements with confidence.

Published:
17.10.2025
Andrew Wilsdorf
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

How to Tell if Your Products Fall In-Scope of the EUDR

Unsure if your products fall under the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)? Learn how to identify in-scope products using CN codes, avoid common misconceptions around composites, recycled materials, and packaging, and get practical guidance to stay compliant ahead of December 2026 enforcement.

Published:
10.10.2025
Anna Roberts
Blog
Regulation & Compliance

Why Standards Are the Missing Piece in EUDR Compliance

Discover why standards are the missing link in achieving scalable and cost-efficient EUDR compliance. Learn how CEPI, GS1, and emerging frameworks can streamline due diligence, reduce duplication, and build trusted supply chain traceability.

Published:
08.10.2025
David Coleman
Webinar
TUR EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

AB'ye İhracat Yapıyor Musunuz? Ürünleriniz EUDR Kapsamında mı?

AB Ormansızlaşma Tüzüğü (EUDR) Türk ihracatçıları nasıl etkiliyor? Ürünlerinizin kapsama girip girmediğini, müşterilerinizin sizden ne isteyeceğini ve ihracat süreçlerinizde sizi bekleyen değişiklikleri bu 30 dakikalık Türkçe webinarda keşfedin.

Hosted:
25.08.2026
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

EUDR Implementing Act: What's Changed and What It Means for You

Join us for a 30-minute session as part of our EUDR Lunchtime Series, focused on the newly published EUDR Implementing Act.

Hosted:
19.08.2026
Webinar
GER EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

EUDR: Anforderungen verstehen und umsetzen - unter Berücksichtigung der April-Updates

Im Rahmen dieses Webinars bereiten wir Sie auf die Umsetzung der EU-Entwaldungsverordnung (EUDR) vor und berücksichtigen dabei die im April veröffentlichten Aktualisierungen der Leitlinien und FAQs.

Hosted:
28.07.2026
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

What the EU Deforestation Regulation means for your UK business

Learn about the impacts the EU Deforestation Regulation has on any goods imported to or exported from the EU.

Hosted:
13.05.2026
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

EUDR April Review: What's Changed?

We'll be covering the recently announced EUDR April Review Update - what has changed, what has stayed the same and what this means for your business.

Hosted:
12.05.2026
Webinar
GER EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

Sind meine Produkte von der EUDR umfasst?

EUDR-Mittags Q&A Reihe mit Interu. 30 Minuten. Wichtige Fragen. Klare Antworten.

Hosted:
18.03.2026
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

The Role of Non-EU Organisations: EUDR webinar

The EUDR doesn’t stop at EU borders. Non-EU organisations face new responsibilities - and opportunities - if they want to maintain access to the EU market.

Hosted:
05.11.2025
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

Understanding the EUDR: What It Means for The Print Industry

Join Interu’s Paper and Print expert, Trevor Willis, and Head of Market Development, Anna Roberts, for a joint webinar hosted in partnership with the IPIA and led by IPIA General Manager, Brendan Perring.

Hosted:
27.11.2025
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

Are My Products in Scope? - Interu EUDR Series

Is your product caught in the scope net? Are your products made of in-scope commodities and you’re wondering what this means for you? HS codes are a key determinant. This session helps you decode them.

Hosted:
03.09.2025
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

Practical steps to engage suppliers for EUDR compliance

Practical steps to engage suppliers for EUDR compliance

Hosted:
15.10.2024
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

Transition Periods & Stocks Explained - Interu EUDR Series

The transition period doesn’t mean a free pass. Get clear on what counts, what doesn’t, and how to manage legacy stock.

Hosted:
24.09.2025
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

What to Share Suppliers and Customers

Compliance isn't just a solo act. Learn what, when and how to communicate across your supply chain and engage your suppliers.

Hosted:
15.10.2025
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

What the EU Deforestation Regulation Means for UK Businesses

Understand what it is, who it affects, and how UK businesses can prepare. We’ll break down the core requirements of the regulation, explain its implications for UK-based companies trading in key commodities, and look ahead to similar legislation, including the UK Environment Act, where due diligence will also be required.

Hosted:
21.10.2025
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

Traces NT - What It Does And Doesn't Do

TRACES NT is central to EUDR workflows, but what role does it actually play? Join us to untangle where TRACES NT fits - and where it falls short.

Hosted:
20.08.2025
Webinar
EUDR Explainers
ALL WEBINARS

EUDR Compliance: Performing Effective Risk Assessments

Discover what effective EUDR risk assessment really looks like.

Hosted:
08.07.2025
Guide
2024
ALL GUIDES

Deforestation Regulation Readiness Report

Hear from 300 Timber and Forest Risk Commodity Operators across Europe on their readiness for incoming deforestation regulations, including the UK Environment Act and EU Deforestation Regulation.

Published:
January 1, 2024
Guide
2024
ALL GUIDES

Your Path to EUDR Compliance: A Focus on Traceability

A detailed overview of the EU Deforestation Regulation, its implications, and practical steps to improve traceability to meet compliance.

Published:
June 1, 2024
Guide
2025
ALL GUIDES

Your Guide To Enhanced Traceability: Reduce Costs, Drive Growth and Avoid Penalties

A practical guide to EUDR compliance and supply chain traceability, packed with expert insights to help you avoid penalties and unlock new business benefits.

Published:
January 1, 2025
Guide
2026
ALL GUIDES

Preparing for EUDR: What Companies Are Learning on the Path to Compliance

What does EUDR preparation look like in practice? Hear from operators, traders and suppliers already working toward compliance — including the challenges, supplier engagement, and steps needed to embed EUDR confidently.

Published:
April 21, 2026
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