EUDR Compliance Guide for Automotive Manufacturers

This guide outlines the requirements and challenges associated with the European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) for the automotive sector. It details the obligations for manufacturers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and suppliers to trace, document, and declare the origin of deforestation-risk raw materials, such as natural rubber, leather, wood, and soy. The document emphasizes the necessity of geographic and environmental proof in addition to documentary compliance. It presents a recommended strategy for automotive manufacturers to prepare for EUDR compliance, including the identification of EUDR-subject components, analysis of current traceability levels, implementation of a collection and verification system, and generation of EUDR declarations. Furthermore, it addresses critical challenges faced by manufacturers, such as multi-level complexity in supply chains and the need for reliable data from indirect suppliers. The guide also introduces Optchain as a solution to assist in mapping supply chains and automating due diligence processes.