Regulation (EU) 2024/3110, known as the revised Construction Products Regulation (CPR), will become fully applicable across the EU starting January 8, 2026. It replaces the previous Regulation (EU) No 305/2011 and introduces several mandatory provisions that manufacturers and construction professionals must comply with.
Here are the most impactful changes that will become mandatory:
1. Digital Product Information
Manufacturers must provide product performance data in machine-readable formats.
Electronic means of communication will be required to ensure transparent and efficient information flow across the supply chain.
2. Sustainability Requirements
Products must meet new environmental performance criteria, including carbon footprint and recyclability.
Manufacturers must monitor and report on sustainability indicators, aligning with EU climate goals.
3. Updated Declarations of Performance
The format and content of Declarations of Performance (DoP) will be harmonized.
These declarations must reflect compliance with new harmonized standards published in the Official Journal of the EU.
4. Market Surveillance Enhancements
Stricter rules for market surveillance authorities to ensure product compliance.
Increased penalties for non-conformity and clearer responsibilities for economic operators.
5. Alignment with Other EU Legislation
The CPR now aligns with broader EU laws on product safety, environmental protection, and digitalization.
Redundant or conflicting requirements from previous regulations have been removed.
Hereโs a customized checklist and timeline for timber construction professionals to prepare for the implementation of Regulation (EU) 2024/3110, which becomes fully applicable on January 8, 2026:
[ ] Identify all timber products affected by the new CPR
[ ] Review harmonized standards applicable to timber (e.g. EN 14081 for structural timber)
[ ] Update Declarations of Performance (DoP) to reflect new standards
[ ] Prepare Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) including carbon footprint and recyclability
[ ] Ensure Declaration of Conformity (DoC) aligns with CPR 2024/3110
[ ] Digitize product data for integration into the Digital Product Passport system
[ ] Implement software tools for managing digital compliance records
[ ] Audit supply chain for sustainable sourcing (e.g. FSC, PEFC certification)
[ ] Document lifecycle data including reuse, recyclability, and biodegradability
[ ] Prepare for 2030/2032 sustainability milestones
[ ] Train staff on new CPR requirements and digital tools
[ ] Update quality control and product testing protocols
[ ] Communicate changes to clients, distributors, and partners