Digital Product Passport:
Don't Just Comply. Get Ahead.
The DPP reshapes the way we share product information and powers the shift to a circular economy.
We’ll give you the strategy, technology, and expert support to stand out.
What is the DPP?
The EU Digital Product Passport (DPP) is a core initiative of the European Commission’s Green Deal, more specifically the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). Think of it as a standardised digital record, like a webpage for your product.
Accessed easily via a data carrier (e.g., QR code, NFC tag, …), a DPP will provide key information to businesses, authorities, and your consumers, including:
- Product information and identification
- Origin and composition
- Environmental impact (like carbon footprint and resource consumption)
- Repair and recycling instructions
- Supply chain details and relevant certifications
DPP: a new compliance reality
DPPs are becoming mandatory. The first wave starts with batteries (from February 2027), followed by sectors like textiles, furniture, tyres, mattresses, steel, iron, aluminium and toys. Up to 30 product groups are being reviewed for a mandatory DPP by 2030.
What does the DPP mean for your business?
The Digital Product Passport isn’t just another piece of paperwork. It will fundamentally change how your business handles product information. You’ll face new demands for transparency and data management across your operations in three key areas:
Your products & how they're made.
To meet DPP goals for greener, repairable items, data on circularity starts at design. Manufacturing processes will have to support detailed traceability.
Your data & IT systems.
Get ready to consolidate, manage, and secure vast amounts of product data. This means integrating different systems and improving data governance.
Your supply chain.
DPPs require much closer work with your suppliers. You’ll need accurate, verifiable information, and your responsibility for data along the chain grows.
Crucially, preparing for the DPP can uncover unexpected challenges. Your data might be scattered, internal knowledge limited, and the full impact on IT, finance, and operations is often larger than people think. That’s why the best time to start preparing is today.
Ready to start your DPP journey?
A bit overwhelmed? Not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered with our DPP maturity assessment.
- 1.5-hour info session, tailored to your industry & key stakeholders.
- In-depth readiness check (~100 parameters) on one or more of your products
- Get a practical ‘Dummy DPP’ showing your product’s data status
- Receive a customised Roadmap with clear actions that will guide you to compliancy and identify opportunities.
What are the next steps?
Once you’re done with the maturity assessment, it’s time to move on to the analysis and implementation. Here’s what you can expect:
Why partner with us?
Well, there’s nobody that does it quite like us. Thanks to our access to the 10,000+ experts of the Cronos Group, we can offer a truly unique set of services.
Truly end to end.
From the maturity assessment to full implementation and beyond, we can manage your entire DPP journey in-house, a truly unique offering.
Experts for every need.
We’ve got experts in every field, from technologies as SAP and Microsoft to sustainability strategies, carbon footprint data analysis and management, governance, legal, …
Real action, real results.
You’ll need more than reports and vague language. Our data-first approach means we focus on practical strategies and an impact you can measure.
It's time to turn complexity into a competitive edge.
Don’t wait for deadlines to dictate your strategy! We’ll gladly help you get started with DPP preparations or turn existing plans into actual results.
At Cronos ESG, we harness the combined strength of diverse expertise in Environmental, Social, and Governance areas. This collaboration enables us to achieve results that go beyond what any single effort could attain. Together, we’re building a greener and resilient business.
Ann De Bisschop
Community Manager CRONOS ESG
