The European Commission has published an updated list of countries classified by risk level in accordance with the EU Regulation on the prevention of deforestation (EUDR). Ukraine has been granted low-risk status, which is a significant achievement and recognition by the EU of the results of systemic reforms and digital transformation in the forestry sector.
This is not only a step forward for the forestry sector, but also an important milestone on the path to European integration!
The EUDR, which will apply to medium-sized and large companies from 1 January 2026, stipulates that products imported into the EU must not contribute to deforestation or forest degradation.
Countries are classified according to risk level — low, standard and high. Low risk status simplifies exports, reduces the regulatory burden and enhances the competitiveness of Ukrainian producers in the EU market.
What does this mean for Ukraine?
Being granted low-risk status opens up new opportunities for Ukrainian exporters of timber, furniture and other products, facilitating their entry into the European market. At the same time, it encourages further reforms, transparency and sustainable forest management.
This EU decision is a sign of trust in the digital transparency and traceability tools implemented in the forestry sector, such as the e-log ticket, e-certificate and e-TTN with photo documentation.
Overall, obtaining low-risk status under the EUDR is not only institutional recognition by the EU, but also a strong signal to investors and international partners that reforms are on the right track.
More information on the EUDR classification of countries is available on the official website of the European Commission:
