The DPP will hold a comprehensive record of information about a product's lifecycle, made accessible through a unique identifier like a QR code. The EU officially approved the DPP in June 2024 under the umbrella of the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).
Manufacturers, Producers, Supply Chain Partners, Regulatory Authorities, Retailers, and Tech Providers Are any brand placing their product in the EU market.
This makes it easier for consumers to make sustainable choices, for authorities to verify compliance with regulations, and for companies to demonstrate their efforts. The DPP aims to use open data to enhance the visibility and integrity of product information, closing the gap between the growing demand for transparency and more reliable data to meet that demand.
The DPP will be a crucial indicator of cosmetics brands' environmental performance in the EU market and is a significant development in sustainable product management. The DPP can be viewed as a "digital fingerprint" for your products. Utilizing a data carrier like a QR code, the DPP provides crucial insights into a product’s supply chain, environmental impact, material composition, chemical compliance, recyclability, and repairability. This transparency ensures a deeper understanding of a product's lifecycle and sustainability.
Though still in development here a few things the DPP could require for cosmetics brands:
Product Description
Key details about the product include its size, color, intended use, and marketing claims. It may also include after-sales information such as product condition for returns or repurposing.
Composition
Essential data on ingredient percentages (e.g., natural oils, synthetic compounds) and optional information on these ingredients' sourcing, treatment, and manufacturing processes.
Supply Chain
Transparency about the sourcing and production processes, detailing each stage from raw ingredient sourcing to final product formulation and packaging.
Transport
To assess the product's carbon footprint, insights into the logistics, including transportation distances and modes used during the production and distribution phases, are needed.
Documentation
Certifications, audit reports, and quality control documents that validate the product's claims regarding safety, efficacy, and ethical sourcing.
Environmental Impact
Data on the environmental footprint of the product, including factors such as carbon emissions, water usage, and packaging sustainability, to help consumers make informed, eco-conscious choices.
Social Impact:
Information about the social aspects of the production process, including worker rights, labor conditions, and the company’s adherence to fair trade and ethical labor practices.
Impact on Animals:
For products containing animal-derived ingredients or tested on animals, information regarding sourcing and animal welfare practices in line with ethical standards.
Circularity:
Details on the product’s potential for recycling, refillability, or take-back programs, emphasizing the brand’s commitment to a circular economy.
Health Impact:
Information on the presence of harmful substances, allergens, or compliance with health and safety standards (e.g., FDA regulations, REACH).