EUDR Due Diligence Statement (DDS)

What is a DDS?

A Due Diligence Statement is a formal submission in the EUDR Information System for relevant transactions where a DDS is required. The underlying due-diligence process comes first.

What information feeds the workflow?

The system uses product information such as HS code, product description and quantity, together with production-origin information. The supporting due diligence depends on supplier, country, geolocation, legality and deforestation-free evidence.

DDS versus simplified declaration

Following the simplification changes, qualifying micro or small primary operators can use a one-off simplified declaration rather than ordinary repeated DDS submissions. Eligibility depends on the legal definition and facts.

Production versus acceptance environment

The Commission provides production and acceptance/training environments. Production submissions have legal value; acceptance submissions are for testing and training.

DDS preparation sequence

1. Confirm product scope and role.
2. Collect Article 9 information.
3. Check country benchmarking and other risk factors.
4. Complete risk assessment where required.
5. Mitigate risk where necessary.
6. Prepare clean product and geolocation data.
7. Submit the applicable declaration through the official system.
8. Retain supporting records and reference information.