Are you concerned about how the revised EU Construction Products Regulation might affect your product compliance requirements? The new regulation (EU CPR 2024/3110) officially entered into force on 7 January 2025, but its implementation timeline offers manufacturers valuable preparation time.
No immediate compliance changes required
The revised regulation does not yet affect CE marking or EU declarations of conformity for manufacturers. This provides a crucial breathing space for companies to prepare for the upcoming changes.
For product compliance managers responsible for construction products entering the EU market, understanding this transition period is essential for maintaining uninterrupted market access.
Until new harmonised technical specifications are developed and adopted, manufacturers can continue to comply with the existing harmonised standards. This status quo is expected to remain in place for several years, giving businesses ample time to adapt their compliance strategies.
Future compliance requirements
While immediate changes are not required, the updated EU CPR introduces several future obligations to align construction product regulations with broader environmental and digital goals. For compliance managers, early awareness of these upcoming requirements is crucial for strategic planning.
Key future changes include:
- Digital Product Passport - Construction products will eventually require digital documentation of their characteristics, enhancing traceability and transparency throughout the supply chain.
- Mandatory Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) - These declarations will measure the environmental impact of products throughout their lifecycle, from production to raw material recovery, addressing growing regulatory focus on sustainability.
- Combined Declaration of Performance and Conformity - This integrated document will bring together compliance, safety and environmental criteria, streamlining documentation while expanding its scope.
These changes reflect the EU's commitment to improving transparency and traceability in the construction product supply chain while advancing climate neutrality and digitalisation goals.
Steps for compliance managers to consider now
Despite the extended implementation timeline, forward-thinking compliance managers should begin preparing for these changes:
- Audit current documentation processes to identify gaps that might need addressing under the combined Declaration of Performance and Conformity requirement
- Assess the environmental impact data currently available for your products and identify what additional information might be needed for future EPDs
- Explore digital solutions that could support the eventual implementation of Digital Product Passports
- Stay engaged with industry associations to remain informed about developments in the standardisation process
- Consider participating in standardisation committees to ensure your company's perspectives are represented
- Plan for gradual implementation of new requirements rather than waiting for final deadlines
Looking ahead
While the revised EU Construction Products Regulation is now in force, its full implementation will be gradual. This provides a valuable opportunity for companies to prepare thoroughly, ensuring they remain compliant and competitive as new requirements are phased in.
By staying informed and taking proactive steps to prepare for upcoming changes, compliance managers can ensure their companies are well-positioned to meet future requirements while maintaining uninterrupted access to the EU market.
At Alura Group, we understand the challenges of navigating complex regulatory transitions. If you need assistance developing a compliance roadmap for the revised EU CPR, our product compliance specialists are ready to help you maintain market access while preparing for future requirements.
