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EU launches further investigation into Chinese plywood imports
by Jennie Ward|04 August 26|Build, Supply
The European Commission has opened a new anti-circumvention investigation into imports of certain Chinese plywood products, following concerns that some importers may be attempting to avoid existing anti-dumping duties by making minor modifications to the products. According to the Commission, the investigation focuses on hardwood plywood with an ultra-thin softwood...
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TDUK issues updated EUDR Trade Note for Northern Ireland
by Jennie Ward|03 August 26|Build, Supply
Timber Development UK (TDUK) has published a new trade note to help importers, merchants and suppliers understand how the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will apply to timber and timber products placed on the market in Northern Ireland. The trade note outlines the regulation's three core requirements and upcoming deadlines, stating...
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TDUK Trade Note: EUDR in Northern Ireland Update
by Jennie Ward|03 August 26|Build, Supply
For timber and timber products placed on the market in Northern Ireland, the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR – Regulation (EU) 2023/1115) applies in Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework and will replace the previous EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) requirements. This means that certain timber species typically traded by UK merchants...
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New TDUK Trade Note explains Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation changes
by Jennie Ward|14 July 26|Build, Supply
A new Trade Note from Timber Development UK is setting out what members need to know about the Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), which came into force in February 2025 and will be applied to shipments arriving at the EU border from 12 August 2026. The PPWR regulation requires...
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Trade Note: EUDR Implementation in Northern Ireland
by Jennie Ward|19 June 25|Supply
With less than six months until the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) TDUK has had many calls from members seeking clarity on the position in Northern Ireland. We have yet to receive any such clarity from the Government, but this Trade Note sets out our working assumption that companies...
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TDUK Trade Note: EUDR Implementation in Northern Ireland
by Jennie Ward|19 June 25|Build, Supply
With less than six months until the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) we have had many calls from members seeking clarity on the position in Northern Ireland. We have yet to receive any such clarity from the Government, but this Trade Note sets out our working assumption that...
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EU Deforestation Regulation
UK government needs to give clear guidance on EUTR challenges
by Jennie Ward|12 November 24|Supply
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which will replace the current EU Timber Regulation (EUTR), is now expected to come into effect on 30 December 2025, following the EU Commission’s recent proposal of a 12-month delay to its implementation. Though it should be noted that this proposed delay has not yet...
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Timber Topics October 2024 | Fire Safety
by Jennie Ward|29 September 24|Build, Supply
Do you know the facts about flame retardant treatments and wood products? Merchants play an important role in promoting fire safety, and in ensuring the products you sell are fit for purpose. Here, we explain some of the key terminology and what you need to know about the products you...
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Timber Topics September 2024 | EUTR Update
by Jennie Ward|05 September 24|Build, Supply, Sustainability
The EU Timber Regulation is being replaced by the European Deforestation Regulation for wood and wood products entering the EU market. This will place additional responsibilities on some companies who wish to sell wood products to the EU. Most merchants will not need to make changes unless they or their...
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TDUK Trade Note: New UK Internal Market Scheme
by Jennie Ward|03 August 23|Supply
The UK and EU signed the Windsor Framework earlier this year, which updates the trading relationship for Northern Ireland that has been in place since Brexit. This means that companies who are registered under the UK Trader Scheme must now join the UK Internal Market Scheme. 
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