Recent updates:
- The European Commission published simplification review of EU Deforestation Regulation on 4.5.2026. According to this review, the practical application of the EUDR means that:
- As a downstream operator Metsä Fibre has no obligation to provide reference numbers to customers.
- For Metsä Fibre’s products, the company’s customers are also considered downstream operators, which means they do not need to receive or collect reference numbers.
- If a Metsä Fibre customer re-imports into the EU a relevant product containing Metsä Fibre pulp or sawn timber that was previously placed on the EU market, the customer may rely on the due diligence already performed upstream and use the applicable customs reference number. The re-importer must retain evidence that the material was previously placed on the EU market.
- Full due diligence requirements continue to apply to materials originating outside the EU that have not previously been placed on the EU market.
- The EUDR requirements will apply from 30 December 2026.
At Metsä Fibre, we are committed to supporting your business and ensuring a smooth transition to the new requirements. Metsä Fibre is well prepared for the EUDR and will comply with all applicable requirements by 30 December 2026.
Metsä Group is actively monitoring all updates to the EUDR and participating in ongoing discussions and development work related to the regulation. The necessary adjustments to Metsä Group’s systems will be carried out following the publication of the final regulation. We will keep you updated, and the latest information is always available on this web page.
This web page is regularly maintained and updated. The latest update was made on 29.10.2026.