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EU Commission Publishes EUDR Simplification Review and Draft Product-Scope Delegated Act

The European Commission has published its simplification review of the EU Deforestation Regulation alongside updated guidance, FAQs, and a draft delegated act adjusting EUDR product scope, ahead of the law’s phased application from late 2026. This package is expected to cut compliance costs by about 75 percent, clarify obligations for downstream and SME operators, and gives companies a short window to influence final product coverage and prepare IT and due diligence systems for the new deforestation-free requirements.

7 May 2026, 07:38ec.europa.euEuropean Union

Netherlands: NEa Publishes 2024 Renewable Energy for Transport Compliance Report

The Dutch Emissions Authority confirmed full industry compliance with 2024 renewable energy targets despite a significant increase in obligations to 28.4 percent. Fuel suppliers must prepare for the 2026 transition from renewable fuel units to emission-reduction units and anticipate stricter oversight of waste-based biofuel supply chains.

29 Mar 2026, 17:20zoek.officielebekendmakingen.nlNetherlands

UK, Netherlands And Indonesia Sign Non-Binding MoU On Sustainable Palm Oil Production

The UK, Netherlands, and Indonesia have entered a five-year cooperation agreement to advance sustainable palm oil production and smallholder certification standards. This partnership signals a long-term shift toward harmonized sustainability requirements and increased supply chain transparency for palm oil-intensive industries.

27 Mar 2026, 17:14gov.ukUnited KingdomNetherlandsIndonesia

EU Publishes 3rd Edition of EUDR Supply Chain Infographics

The European Commission has released updated EUDR supply chain guidance reflecting the 2025 simplification amendments and revised implementation timelines. Companies should immediately re-verify their specific due diligence roles and reporting obligations under the streamlined framework to ensure compliance readiness.

26 Mar 2026, 09:41op.europa.euEuropean Union

US Commerce Initiates Antidumping Investigations Into Certain Fatty Acids From Indonesia and Malaysia

The US Department of Commerce initiated antidumping investigations into fatty acid imports from Indonesia and Malaysia in March 2026. Affected businesses should assess supply chain exposure to potential duties on key oleochemicals, which could significantly increase procurement costs and disrupt sourcing strategies.

13 Mar 2026, 13:19federalregister.govUnited States

US Commerce Initiates Countervailing Duty Investigations on Certain Fatty Acids From Indonesia and Malaysia

The US Department of Commerce has initiated countervailing duty investigations into imports of certain fatty acids from Indonesia and Malaysia. Impacted businesses must evaluate supply chain exposure to potential tariffs and participate in the scope-definition process to mitigate financial and operational risks.

13 Mar 2026, 06:32public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

EU Maintains Countervailing Duty on Biodiesel Imports From Indonesia After Expiry Review

The EU has extended definitive countervailing duties on Indonesian biodiesel and HVO imports until March 2031 following an expiry review. Importers must maintain rigorous supply chain documentation and account for duty costs up to 18% in long-term biofuel procurement strategies.

9 Mar 2026, 18:25eur-lex.europa.euEuropean Union

EU Commission Reviews Indirect Land‑Use Change Criteria Under Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/807

The European Commission is reviewing high indirect land-use change risk criteria for biofuel feedstocks, signaling a potential tightening of sustainability thresholds. Stricter classifications could phase out specific crop-based feedstocks like soy, requiring fuel producers to accelerate the transition toward advanced waste-based or low-risk alternatives.

8 Mar 2026, 13:40ec.europa.euEuropean UnionSpain

Denmark (SGAV) Updates EUDR Guidance and Announces Temporary TRACES Restrictions

EUDR compliance deadlines are officially extended by one year, requiring large and medium-sized operators to comply starting December 30, 2026. This delay provides a vital window for supply chain mapping, though temporary technical restrictions on the TRACES system until mid-April 2026 will limit immediate testing and submission.

25 Feb 2026, 14:22eur-lex.europa.euEuropean UnionDenmark

US Senate Introduces Bill To Extend Sustainable Aviation Fuel Clean Fuel Production Credit Through 2033

The US Senate is considering legislation to extend the Sustainable Aviation Fuel clean fuel production credit through 2033 while reinstating higher preferential tax rates. This proposal offers long-term fiscal predictability and enhanced financial incentives for producers, reinforcing the federal strategy to accelerate aviation sector decarbonization.

5 Feb 2026, 14:00congress.govUnited States

USITC Institutes Preliminary Antidumping and Countervailing Duty Investigations on Fatty Acids From Indonesia and Malaysia

The US International Trade Commission has initiated antidumping and countervailing duty investigations into fatty acid imports from Indonesia and Malaysia with a preliminary determination expected by March 2026. Companies should assess supply chain exposure to potential tariff-driven price increases and market volatility for these critical palm-derived chemical inputs.

31 Jan 2026, 18:36public-inspection.federalregister.govUnited States

European Commission Answers MEP Question on Objection to EUDR Country Risk List Implementing Regulation

The European Commission has reaffirmed the country risk benchmarking framework for the Deforestation Regulation while confirming the delayed application deadlines for 2026 and 2027. Companies should utilize the extended implementation period to finalize supply chain due diligence protocols against established risk tiers despite ongoing institutional debate over the methodology.

27 Jan 2026, 19:34europarl.europa.euEuropean Union

UK DEFRA Publishes Explanatory Memorandum On EU Amendment To Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

EU Regulation 2025/2650 amends the EU Deforestation Regulation to streamline due diligence requirements and reduce administrative burdens for market operators. Companies should evaluate updated information system protocols and procedural changes to optimize compliance workflows for covered commodities entering the EU market.

23 Jan 2026, 11:09assets.publishing.service.gov.ukEuropean UnionUnited Kingdom

UK DEFRA Publishes Nature Security Assessment On Global Biodiversity Loss And National Security

The UK government has formally designated global biodiversity loss and ecosystem collapse as high-likelihood threats to national security and economic prosperity through 2050. Businesses should anticipate increased regulatory focus on supply chain resilience and heightened pressure to align with international biodiversity frameworks to mitigate systemic risks to food and commodity security.

21 Jan 2026, 16:34gov.ukUnited Kingdom

Hungary Notifies Gluten-Free Bakery Product Specification Under High Quality Food (KMÉ) Scheme

Hungary has introduced a draft specification for gluten-free bakery products under its national High Quality Food quality mark, setting new standards for composition and contaminants. Manufacturers targeting this premium label must prepare for rigorous mycotoxin testing, ingredient restrictions, and documented sustainability performance across their supply chains.

6 Jan 2026, 20:01technical-regulation-information-system.ec.europa.euHungary

EU Adopts Regulation (EU) 2025/2650 Amending EU Deforestation Regulation Obligations

The EU has formally adopted a 12-month deferral of the Deforestation Regulation and introduced simplified compliance pathways for small-scale operators and downstream traders. This extension provides essential lead time for supply chain mapping while the new operator categories require firms to re-evaluate their data retention and registration duties across the distribution chain.

29 Dec 2025, 10:52boe.esEuropean Union

Greenpeace Netherlands Condemns EU-Mercosur Trade Deal And Delays To EU Deforestation Law

Civil society is intensifying opposition to the EU-Mercosur trade deal and the delayed implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation. This signals heightened reputational risk and potential for future regulatory pivots regarding forest-risk commodities and the export of hazardous substances.

23 Dec 2025, 12:23greenpeace.orgBrazilEuropean UnionUruguay

EU JRC Publishes Geospatial Tools To Support EUDR Deforestation-Free Supply Chain Risk Assessments

The EU Joint Research Centre has launched standardized geospatial analysis tools and technical guidance to support mandatory risk assessments under the EU Deforestation Regulation. These tools establish a uniform technical benchmark for verifying deforestation-free supply chains, enabling companies to align their due diligence systems with official enforcement methodologies.

23 Dec 2025, 11:39op.europa.euEuropean Union

Germany Approves Draft Second Act On Greenhouse Gas Reduction Quota For Transport Fuels

Germany has approved a draft act to increase greenhouse gas reduction quotas for transport fuels to 59% by 2040, implementing EU RED III. This move secures long-term demand for green hydrogen and advanced biofuels while mandating rigorous on-site sustainability audits to mitigate fraud risks.

20 Dec 2025, 17:17bundesumweltministerium.deGermany

EU Council Formally Adopts Postponement and Simplification of Deforestation Regulation (EUDR)

The EU Council has formally adopted the EUDR revision, postponing core compliance deadlines to December 2026 for large operators and June 2027 for SMEs. This delay provides critical time for supply chain mapping and due diligence setup while signaling a shift toward risk-based administrative simplification.

18 Dec 2025, 17:16data.consilium.europa.euEuropean Union