EUDR Requirements for Low-Risk Countries
Core Requirements
Geolocation Obligations
- No exceptions for any country classification
- Universal coordinate requirements
- Complete location documentation
- Consistent application across all regions
Risk Assessment Requirements
Operator Obligations
Operators must assess:
- Supply chain complexity
- Circumvention risks
- Product mixing risks
- Origin verification concerns
Risk Monitoring
Operators must evaluate risks of:
- Unknown origin products
- High-risk country mixing
- Standard-risk country mixing
- Regulation circumvention
Compliance Actions
Risk Response
When risks identified:
- Fulfill Article 10 obligations
- Fulfill Article 11 obligations
- Communicate with authorities
- Implement required measures
Authority Notification
Requirements include:
- Immediate communication
- Relevant information sharing
- Risk documentation
- Compliance verification
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are low-risk countries exempt from geolocation requirements?
A: No, there are no exceptions to the geolocation requirement.
Q: What risks must operators assess?
A: They must assess supply chain complexity, circumvention risks, and risks of mixing with products from higher-risk countries.
Q: What happens if risks are identified?
A: Operators must fulfill obligations under Articles 10 and 11 and immediately inform competent authorities.
Q: Do traceability requirements vary by country risk level?
A: No, traceability requirements remain constant regardless of country risk classification.