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What do the European Timber Regulations (EUTR) mean to me?

What do the European Timber Regulations (EUTR) mean to me?


The introduction of the European Timber Regulation (EUTR) from March 2013 will prohibit the placement of illegal timber or timber products on the EU markets. The Association for British Furniture Manufacturers (BFM) is dedicated to supporting the industry to meet its EUTR obligations, and here outlines the basic facts every member of the industry should know … ekonglong office furniture maker

UK furniture manufacturers and retailers are likely to be classed as ‘operators’ and/or ‘traders’ under the EUTR – operators have more stringent obligations under the regulations than traders. Penalties under the EUTR can include fines, the seizure of goods and suspension from trading – its enforcement agency is the National Measurement Office.

What is an operator?
Operators are those that first place timber or timber products on the EU market. They are required to exercise due diligence (a framework of measures and procedures) when placing the products on the market, to determine that they are not illegally harvested. Due diligence must be completed prior to purchase. The requirements are to:

• Collect and allow access to specific information, covering: product description – country/region/area of harvest, species common (scientific) name, quantity, supplier, customer(s), and supporting documents and information

• Undertake a risk assessment – this is where information gained through supporting credible documents etc plays an extremely important part, coupled with any necessary checks

• Undertake additional risk mitigation procedures as appropriate – for example, from higher risk sources or where the supply chain is complex

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