Digital Product Passport ESPR: How to comply with the new EU regulation

The Digital Product Passport (DPP) is a tool introduced by the new ESPR Regulation (Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation), part of the European Green Deal. This digital passport will become mandatory for a range of product categories by 2025 and marks a true revolution in the traceability of industrial goods.

Let’s take a closer look at what it involves.

What is the Digital Product Passport

The DPP is a digital tracking system that accompanies each product throughout its lifecycle. It contains structured data on composition, origin, environmental impact, reparability, and disposal. The information will be accessible via QR codes or other digital systems, ensuring transparency for both consumers and supply chain operators.

The aim of the ESPR regulation is clear: to enhance sustainability and circular economy practices in Europe , by providing companies with a standardized model to share and update product data in real time.

Who the Digital Product Passport Applies To

Adopting the ESPR Digital Product Passport will be a gradual but unavoidable process. The first sectors affected include:

Textiles and fashion
Electronics and electrical equipment
Batteries and electric vehicles
Construction materials
Packaging and plastics

All companies that manufacture, import, or distribute goods on the European market will be required to comply—regardless of their size.

How to Prepare for the ESPR Regulation

Complying with the ESPR Digital Product Passport requires a review of internal processes. Companies must map existing data, digitize it, and ensure it aligns with the standards set by the European Commission. ERP, PLM systems, and internal databases must be integrable with platforms capable of generating and updating DPPs in an interoperable format.

Another critical aspect is supply chain traceability. Gathering data from suppliers and ensuring the authenticity of the information will be a key part of regulatory compliance. Without this data, the passport cannot be fully generated.

Why act now

The ESPR Digital Product Passport is not just a regulatory requirement—it’s a strategic opportunity. Companies that act now will gain a competitive edge in terms of:

ESG positioning
Easier access to EU grants and funding
Enhanced brand reputation
Reduced risk of sanctions or trade restrictions

On the other hand, those who delay risk falling behind, facing higher costs and fewer options to adapt in time.

Conclusion

The ESPR Digital Product Passport represents a historic transformation for European industry. It’s not just a bureaucratic obligation, but a key step toward a more sustainable, transparent, and competitive economy. Companies must start preparing now, equipping themselves with the right tools to map, digitize, and share product data.

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