Question 1

What is a Digital Product Passport?

Accepted Answer

A Digital Product Passport is a digital record that contains verified data about a product's materials, origin, supply chain and environmental impact. It is required under EU regulations including the EU Battery Regulation and ESPR.

Question 2

Who needs a Digital Product Passport?

Accepted Answer

Companies placing products on the EU market in regulated industries including automotive, energy storage, electronics and textiles. Requirements are being phased in between 2026 and 2028 depending on the product category.

Question 3

What data does a Digital Product Passport need to contain?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the regulation and industry. Common fields include material composition, carbon footprint, recycled content, supplier information and supply chain traceability across multiple tiers.

Question 4

When is a Digital Product Passport required?

Accepted Answer

EU Battery Regulation compliance is already in force. ESPR requirements for textiles and electronics are being phased in from 2027 onwards.

Digital Product Passport for Textiles

Built for ESPR compliance requirements

Organic Cotton Jacket — Ref. OC-2025-WDigital Product Passport

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