European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR)

The European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR) is a law designed to combat illegal logging and promote sustainable timber trade. It requires businesses in the EU to ensure that any timber they sell has been sourced legally. Importers must assess the risk of illegally sourced timber entering their supply chain and take appropriate measures to mitigate that risk. The regulation aims to protect forests and biodiversity by discouraging the trade of illegal timber, thus supporting responsible forest management and contributing to global efforts against deforestation.