Digital Product Passport for the Chemical Industry

Transparency of chemical products is becoming the standard

The chemical industry is one of the most regulated sectors in the EU, but with the introduction of the Digital Product Passport (DPP), the focus is shifting from documentation to structured, accessible and verifiable data.

For manufacturers, distributors and brands, this means easier proof of compliance (REACH, SDS, ESPR), greater control over product data and transparency throughout the entire value chain.

Why DPP is crucial for the chemical industry

Chemical products have a direct impact on health, safety and the environment, which is why they require:

• precise data on composition and hazardous substances
• safety instructions and usage control
• clearly defined disposal and recycling

DPP enables all this data to be:

• centralised
• always up to date
• accessible through a single digital product identity
Key deadlines for the chemical industry:
2027 → 2030
Gradual introduction of DPP requirements for chemical products (detergents, paints, lubricants, industrial chemicals).
• detailed requirements are defined through sector-specific regulations
• DPP becomes a condition for compliance and market access
Already now
Companies need to start preparation through structuring data and systems

Who is most affected

DPP will particularly impact:
• manufacturers of chemicals and formulations
• manufacturers of detergents, paints and coatings
• distributors and exporters of chemical products
• brands and private label products
If your product contains chemical components, DPP will be part of your business.

What a Digital Product Passport for chemicals should contain

DPP for chemical products consolidates key information that is currently scattered across SDS, technical sheets and internal systems. In practice, it includes:
Product identity
Name, model, manufacturer and unique identifier.
Composition and raw materials
Chemical substances, origin and classification (including hazardous components).
Safety and use
Safety data (SDS), handling and usage instructions.
Sustainability and impact
CO₂ footprint, resource consumption, certificates.
Supply chain
Data on suppliers and production.
End of lifecycle
Instructions for disposal, recycling and waste reduction.

Concrete business benefits

Faster and safer compliance
All data available and ready for regulatory requirements.
Greater safety and control
Accurate information on product composition and handling.
Credible sustainability
Verifiable data instead of declarative claims.
More efficient processes
Less manual work and data duplication.
Stronger market trust
Transparency towards customers, partners and regulators.

How NOS implements DPP for the chemical industry

NOS provides comprehensive support for implementing the Digital Product Passport:
• consulting and preparation for DPP
• mapping of composition, suppliers and existing data
• structuring technical and safety information
• integration with ERP, PIM and other systems
• implementation of the DPP application
• QR and NFC product connectivity
Our approach enables DPP to become an operational tool, not an additional administrative burden.

Conclusion

The chemical industry is entering a phase where transparency and data security are becoming key market criteria.
The Digital Product Passport enables companies to ensure compliance, increase control over data and build a long-term competitive advantage.
Companies that start on time will not only meet regulatory requirements, but will also build a more reliable and safer business model.

Contact

For expert consultation and a demonstration of how DPP can improve your business, contact us at:
info@nos.hr