TDUK Trade Note: EUDR in Northern Ireland Update

by Jennie Ward|03 August 2606 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...

Timber Topics August 2026 | Decking

by Jennie Ward|01 August 2627 July 26|Build, Supply

Decking and gardening projects continue to be prevalent throughout the summer, which is why it’s important to make sure your team has a complete understanding of how to best stock, sell and timber decking. Here, Timber Development UK offers top tips on where to find the right information, and how...

TDUK Trade Note: Changes to UK CITES Annex D Import Notifications

by Jennie Ward|19 July 2619 July 26|Build, Supply

Following recent changes at CITES COP20, a review was conducted on the UK’s Annex D listings and changes have since been reflected in the UK Statutory Instrument 2026/627. This means that certain timber species typically traded by UK merchants will require a suitable import notification to be completed with each...

TDUK Trade Note: Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation

by Jennie Ward|14 July 2614 July 26|Build, Supply

The Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) (Regulation (EU) 2025/40) is a new EU law replacing the previously Packaging Waste Directive (PPWD). It entered into force in February 2025 and will start to be applied to shipments arriving at the EU border from 12 August 2026.

Timber Topics July 2026 | Hardwood flooring

by Jennie Ward|06 July 2606 July 26|Build, Supply

Hardwood flooring is an increasingly popular choice for homeowners looking to add a touch of luxury to their home, making it a great stock choice for merchants. Hardwood flooring comes in both solid and engineered forms – the best one to choose depends on where the flooring will be used,...

Timber Topics June 2026 | Roofing Battens

by Jennie Ward|04 June 2604 June 26|Build, Supply

At TDUK we’re continuing to expand our range of resources for merchants and the wider timber supply chain. From our online training platform Wood Campus to our Wood Species Library and Wood Products database, these offer accessible, practical information on the benefits of timber and how it can be used...

TDUK/WPIF Guidance Note: EU Reach formaldehyde requirements

by Jennie Ward|02 June 2603 June 26|Build, Supply

TDUK Trade Note: Consultation on General Safety Requirements for Construction Products

by Jennie Ward|12 May 2612 May 26|Build, Supply

Timber Topics May 2026 | Make the Most of Our Online Resources

by Jennie Ward|10 May 2610 May 26|Build, Supply

Timber Topics April 2026 | Keeping Timber Stocks Dry

by Jennie Ward|29 March 2629 March 26|Build, Supply

As the weather clears and merchants prepare for the spring uplift in decking, fencing and landscaping sales, there is one message that deserves absolute clarity: Use Class 4 is not optional, and it is not open to interpretation. Here, TDUK explains what merchants need to know to sell the right...

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TDUK Trade Note: EUDR in Northern Ireland Update

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