What is ESPR compliance and why is it important?

ESPR (Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation) is EU legislation requiring manufacturers to provide comprehensive product information through Digital Product Passports. Learn more about ESPR compliance requirements. It's crucial for maintaining legal access to the €17 trillion EU market, avoiding fines up to 4% of annual turnover, and meeting growing consumer demand for sustainable products.

What is a Digital Product Passport (DPP)?

A Digital Product Passport is a digital twin of a physical product containing complete lifecycle information including materials, manufacturing, carbon footprint, repair instructions, and end-of-life guidance. Explore our complete Digital Product Passport guide to understand all requirements. DPPs enable transparency and circular economy practices across supply chains.

When does ESPR take effect?

ESPR entered into force in July 2024, with product-specific requirements rolling out through delegated acts from 2025-2030. The first wave targets high-impact categories like electronics, textiles, and furniture. Tracehub includes built-in regulation tracking to alert you to upcoming deadlines. Early compliance provides competitive advantages as requirements expand.

How much does ESPR compliance cost?

Traditional consulting approaches cost €50,000-250,000+ and take 18-24 months. Tracehub makes compliance accessible through automated workflows and pre-built Shopify integrations, helping businesses start their compliance journey immediately at a fraction of traditional costs. See our detailed cost comparison for full pricing breakdown.

Which products need Digital Product Passports?

Initially, DPPs will be required for electronics, batteries, textiles, furniture, tires, detergents, paints, lubricants, and chemicals. The EU is expanding requirements to cover all non-food products over time. If you sell physical products in the EU, compliance planning is essential.

How does Tracehub work with Shopify?

Tracehub integrates seamlessly with Shopify through our native app. We pull your existing product data from Shopify, identify compliance gaps, and generate compliant Digital Product Passports. QR codes are added to product pages, enabling customers to access DPP information instantly.

What data is required in a Digital Product Passport?

DPPs must include product identity (GTIN, serial number), material composition, manufacturing location and carbon footprint, durability and repairability scores, spare parts availability, disassembly and recycling instructions, and supply chain traceability. Tracehub provides structured forms and validation tools to help you capture all required fields.

Can I achieve ESPR compliance without Tracehub?

Yes, but it requires significant manual effort. You'll need to manually collect data from suppliers, validate against EU requirements, create and host DPP infrastructure, implement QR code systems, and maintain compliance as regulations evolve. Most businesses find this approach too resource-intensive and error-prone.

How long does ESPR implementation take?

Implementation timeline varies based on product complexity, supply chain transparency, and data availability. Tracehub's automated workflows and data validation tools help you build compliant Digital Product Passports systematically.

What happens if I'm not ESPR compliant?

Non-compliance can result in fines up to 4% of annual EU turnover, product recalls, market access restrictions, and reputational damage. EU market surveillance authorities are actively enforcing ESPR requirements. Early compliance avoids penalties and positions your brand as a sustainability leader.

Does Tracehub support multiple languages?

Yes, multi-language support for Digital Product Passports is available on Pro and Enterprise plans. DPPs can be displayed in multiple languages to meet EU market requirements where products are sold. See our pricing for plan details.

How does Tracehub ensure data accuracy?

Tracehub validates data against EU requirements, flags gaps and inconsistencies, and provides continuous monitoring for compliance. Our intelligent scoring system helps you prioritize data improvements based on regulatory requirements.

Can I use Tracehub if I'm not on Shopify?

Currently, Tracehub is optimized for Shopify stores. We're developing integrations for WooCommerce, BigCommerce, and custom platforms. Contact us if you sell on other platforms – we can discuss custom integration timelines and early access to expanded platform support.

What ROI can I expect from ESPR compliance?

Beyond avoiding penalties, businesses with strong ESPR compliance see benefits including: increased appeal to sustainability-conscious consumers, competitive advantage in tenders requiring compliance, potential for premium pricing on transparent products, reduced returns through better product information, and improved operational efficiency from supply chain visibility.

How do I get started with Tracehub?

Install the Tracehub app from the Shopify App Store. Our onboarding wizard guides you through product catalog sync, data gap analysis, and priority setting. Most stores begin with high-volume products, then scale to full catalog coverage. Free plan available to test with up to 10 products.

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Frequently asked questions

What is ESPR compliance and why is it important?

What is a Digital Product Passport (DPP)?

When does ESPR take effect?

How much does ESPR compliance cost?

Which products need Digital Product Passports?

How does Tracehub work with Shopify?

What data is required in a Digital Product Passport?

Can I achieve ESPR compliance without Tracehub?

How long does ESPR implementation take?

What happens if I'm not ESPR compliant?

Does Tracehub support multiple languages?

How does Tracehub ensure data accuracy?

Can I use Tracehub if I'm not on Shopify?

What ROI can I expect from ESPR compliance?

How do I get started with Tracehub?

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