Digital Passport
Is it mandatory?
The regulatory framework for the Digital Product Passport is already law. The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) entered into force in July 2024 and establishes the DPP as a structural requirement.
The operational obligation will apply gradually sector by sector, as the European Commission publishes the sectoral delegated acts. The first sectors to be involved will be:
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Textiles and clothing
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Electronics and batteries
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Construction materials
Sanctions and required compliance
Once the obligation becomes active for a specific sector, failure to comply with the Digital Product Passport requirements could result in sanctions, sales restrictions, and exclusion from the European market in severe cases.
Authorities will check for the presence, accuracy, and accessibility of the required information. Non-compliant companies will risk economic losses, delays, loss of competitiveness, and reputational damage.
The obligation will involve manufacturers, importers, and distributors.
It is therefore essential to start adapting now by adopting digital systems and training staff. Acting early protects your business and prepares you for the challenges of the European market.
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