As the European Union turns its Green Deal into concrete action, companies across Europe – including small and medium-sized suppliers – are increasingly feeling the pressure to adapt to new sustainability regulations.
One of the key tools that will soon become mandatory for almost all products on the EU market is the Digital Product Passport (DPP). But what does this mean for you as a supplier? And what if, at first glance, it seems like the DPP doesn’t really concern you?
The Digital Product Passport (DPP) is an electronic record that tracks the entire lifecycle of a product – from raw materials sourcing to recycling and disposal. Its purpose is to enable greater transparency, sustainability, and traceability throughout the supply chain.
DPP is part of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and will become mandatory for all products in sectors such as textiles, electronics, chemicals, furniture, batteries, and construction materials. The first delegated acts will enter into force as early as the beginning of 2027 – which means now is the time to prepare.
1. “We don’t sell final products, just components – this doesn’t apply to us.”
The DPP doesn’t only apply to finished goods. It also covers all components and raw materials that will later be incorporated into products sold on the EU market.
2. “Our clients aren’t in the EU – we can wait.”
More and more manufacturers and exporters are already asking their suppliers to provide the data required for the DPP. If you can’t deliver this, you may quickly lose competitiveness.
3. “This is a task for marketing or sustainability departments.”
The Digital Product Passport affects design, procurement, production, logistics, and IT systems – it’s not a branding initiative, but a transformation of how your business operates.
If you’re a small or medium-sized supplier, you don’t need to know everything – but it’s important to know where to start:
1. Understand the core requirements
What kind of data will you need? In general, this includes the origin of materials, hazardous substances, recycling options, disassembly instructions, product identifiers, and information for consumers.
2. Review your documentation and supplier relationships
Can your partners provide the data you need? Do you have product documentation in digital format? Excel files are a good starting point – but it’s essential that the data is structured and ready to be connected with digital passports via QR or NFC technologies.
3. Start digitalizing your processes
Introduce systems that allow you to manage product data in a standardized way and communicate with DPP platforms. It is crucial to have a centralized and accessible interface for managing your digital passports – like the one we offer at NOS.
At NOS d.o.o., we help companies prepare for the DPP and build sustainable, scalable systems that ensure traceability and compliance with EU regulations.
We work with small and medium-sized manufacturers and suppliers and know how to get started – without stress, without unnecessary costs, and with a clear step-by-step plan.
If you’re not sure whether the DPP applies to your business, or you simply don’t know where to begin – feel free to contact us at info@nos.hr.
The Digital Product Passport is not just another regulation – it is changing the way products are designed, manufactured, and brought to market. It introduces a new era of sustainability, transparency, and digital connectivity between producers, suppliers, and consumers.
For you as a supplier, this is an opportunity to strengthen your position: to ensure long-term compliance with EU legislation, build a reputation as a reliable and sustainable partner, and maintain access to competitive markets.
By early 2027, the DPP will become mandatory – but you can be among those already prepared. Contact us and let’s make sure your products are not left behind in the transition to a more transparent and sustainable future.
