DPP Agent's public validator (dppagent.com/validate) and the in-flow checks in Create DPP now validate every passport against the published EN 18216–18223 series, ESPR Base mandatory fields, and CIRPASS-2 schema overlays. Brand and Manufacturer separation per ESPR Article 4/9 is enforced; TARIC commodity code, batch/lot identifiers and serial numbers carried as first-class mandatory rows.
CEN/CENELEC JTC 24 publishes the harmonised DPP standards series — EN 18216 (general principles), EN 18217 (data carriers), EN 18218 (unique identifiers), EN 18219 (data exchange), EN 18220 (interoperability), EN 18221 (security), EN 18222 (lifecycle), EN 18223 (rights & access), plus EN 18246 (test methods). The standards underpin ESPR delegated acts for textiles, electronics, batteries, furniture and construction.
EU DPP Registry Infrastructure on Track for July 19 Launch
The European Commission confirms the EU Central DPP Registry will launch on July 19, 2026. All Digital Product Passports must be registered and accessible through this registry.
textileselectronicsfurniture
2026-05-07
GS1 Nordic Summit Showcases DPP and Digital Link Adoption
H&M, IKEA, and Bang & Olufsen shared DPP implementation experiences at the GS1 Nordic Summit. Retail POS transition to 2D barcodes accelerating across 48+ GS1 member organizations.
European Commission published comprehensive EUDR simplification review with draft delegated act on product scope. Large operators comply December 30, 2026; SMEs by June 30, 2027.
iron/steeltextiles
2026-04-15
ESPR Working Plan Confirms Iron/Steel as First Delegated Act
The ESPR Working Plan confirms iron and steel products as the first category for delegated acts in 2026, with textiles following in 2027. This sets the priority order for DPP enforcement.
textilesbatterieselectronicsfurnitureconstruction
2026-04-01
freeDPP Open-Source Reference Implementation Announced
The freeDPP project releases an open-source C#/.NET Core reference implementation for creating ESPR-compliant Digital Product Passports, lowering the barrier for small manufacturers.
EN 1821x DPP Standards Series Enters Final Publication Phase
All eight CEN/CENELEC EN 1821x standards for DPP system infrastructure enter final publication. Standards cover unique identifiers, data carriers, access rights, interoperability, APIs, and authentication.
textilesfootwear
2026-03-12
ESPR Unsold Goods Ban — Detailed Compliance Requirements Published
Detailed compliance guidance published for the ESPR unsold goods destruction ban. Large textiles and footwear companies must comply by July 19, 2026.
textilesbatterieselectronics
2026-02-27
whatt.io Launches DPP Validator on CIRPASS-2 Infrastructure
First commercial DPP validation service launched, built on CIRPASS-2 open-source infrastructure (github.com/CIRPASS-2/dpp-validator). Validates DPP data against ESPR schemas.
electronicsconstructioniron/steel
2026-02-24
CEN and OPC Foundation Sign DPP Liaison Agreement
CEN and OPC Foundation formalize liaison for industrial DPP interoperability, ensuring manufacturing systems can exchange DPP data using OPC UA protocols.
batteries
2026-02-18
Battery Carbon Footprint Declaration Now Mandatory
From February 18, 2026, industrial batteries >2 kWh must include carbon footprint declarations. Battery passports with QR codes mandatory from February 18, 2027.
detergentscosmetics
2026-02-11
New EU Detergents Regulation Published with DPP Requirements
Regulation (EU) 2026/405 published, introducing mandatory Digital Product Passports for detergents. Includes biodegradability data, ingredient transparency, and digital labeling.
textilesfurnitureiron/steel
2026-02-10
ESPR Delegated Acts: Priority Product Categories Announced
The European Commission has published the priority list for Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) delegated acts. Textiles, furniture, and iron & steel are among the first wave, with draft requirements expected by Q3 2026.
textilesfootwear
2026-02-09
Commission Adopts ESPR Unsold Goods Destruction Ban
The European Commission formally adopts the ban on destroying unsold textiles and footwear under ESPR. Large companies must comply by July 19, 2026; SMEs by July 19, 2030.
batteries
2026-02-05
Battery Passport Deadline: One Year Countdown Begins
With the February 2027 deadline approaching, the EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) mandates digital battery passports for all EV and industrial batteries placed on the EU market.
constructionfurniture
2026-01-28
EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) Implementation Deadline Extended
The European Parliament has agreed to extend the EUDR implementation deadline to December 2026, giving operators additional time to set up due diligence systems.
electronicsbatteriestextiles
2026-01-20
Digital Product Passport IT Architecture: Commission Technical Guidance Published
The European Commission has released technical guidance on the IT architecture for Digital Product Passports, including data carrier requirements (QR, RFID, NFC) and interoperability standards based on GS1 and EPCIS.
textilesfootwear
2026-01-15
Textile DPP Requirements: Fiber Composition and Microplastics Reporting
Draft delegated acts for textiles under ESPR reveal mandatory reporting on fiber composition, microplastic shedding rates, durability testing results, and recyclability scores.
batteries
2026-01-15
Battery Manufacturer Re-Registration Deadline Under New Categories
Battery manufacturers must re-register under new LMT (light means of transport) battery category definitions by deadline. Non-compliant registrations may face market access restrictions.
cosmetics
2026-01-08
Cosmetics Regulation Update: Digital Information Requirements
The EU is advancing plans to integrate cosmetics product information into the Digital Product Passport framework with digital disclosure of ingredient safety data and environmental impact.
tyres
2025-12-18
Tyre Labelling Regulation: Enhanced Digital Requirements from 2026
Updated EU tyre labelling rules now require digital access to performance data including rolling resistance, wet grip, and noise levels via QR codes.
packagingdetergentscosmetics
2025-12-10
Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR): DPP Integration Confirmed
The final text confirms that packaging will require digital product passports with material composition, recycled content percentage, and recyclability classification.
construction
2025-12-01
Construction Products Regulation (CPR) Revision: Digital Declaration of Performance
The revised CPR mandates digital Declarations of Performance for all construction products, aligned with the broader DPP framework.
furniture
2025-11-22
Furniture Sustainability: Durability and Repairability Standards in Development
CEN/TC 207 is developing harmonized standards for furniture durability and repairability assessment under ESPR.
electronics
2025-11-15
Electronics Right to Repair: Spare Parts and Repair Data in DPP
The EU Right to Repair Directive requires electronics manufacturers to make spare parts available for up to 10 years and include repair manuals in DPPs.
detergents
2025-11-05
Detergents Regulation Revision: Mandatory Digital Safety Information
The revised EU Detergents Regulation introduces requirements for digital access to safety data sheets and biodegradability ratings through product QR codes.
mattresses
2025-10-28
Mattress Sustainability Labeling: EU Ecolabel Criteria Updated
Updated EU Ecolabel criteria for mattresses include stricter requirements on hazardous substances, durability testing, and end-of-life recyclability.
iron/steel
2025-10-15
Steel Industry Carbon Border Adjustment: CBAM Reporting Obligations
CBAM transitional phase requires importers of iron and steel products to report embedded emissions, feeding into future DPP requirements.
footweartextiles
2025-10-01
Footwear Transparency: Supply Chain Due Diligence Requirements
Under CSDDD, footwear brands must map and assess human rights and environmental risks across supply chains for inclusion in DPPs.
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