Sources
A curated registry of authoritative sources on Digital Product Passports. Each source includes interpretation guidance — what it contains and how to use it.
With so much information available on Digital Product Passports (DPPs), finding the right information can be a challenge. CoE-DPP has brought together the key topics and linked them to content from official sources and trusted partners. Use the table of contents to quickly find the information you need.
If you can’t find what you’re looking for or you have other questions, please contact us at info@coe-dsc.nl. We’re happy to help you.
EU Institutional Sources
Circabc – ESPR DPP Library
Author: European Commission
What it is: The official EU document library for ESPR/DPP working documents, delegated acts, and stakeholder materials.
How to use it: Starting point for all official EC publications on DPP. Check here for the latest drafts of delegated acts and meeting minutes from EC working groups.
EC FAQ on ESPR/DPP
Author: European Commission
What it is: Frequently asked questions from the European Commission about ESPR and DPP.
How to use it: Good first orientation if you’re new to DPP regulation. Covers the basics of what ESPR requires.
Legislative Train Schedule
Author: European Parliament
What it is: Overview of the progress of all EU legislation relevant to DPP.
How to use it: Track which laws are at which legislative stage. Useful for monitoring upcoming changes.
EU DPP Registry (Draft Regulation)
Author: European Commission
What it is: Draft implementing regulation defining how DPPs are centrally registered and made accessible via the EU DPP registry.
How to use it: Understand how your DPP will need to be registered with the EU. Still in draft — monitor for final version.
CPR Working Plan 2026–2029
Author: European Commission
What it is: Sets priorities for which construction product groups receive specific regulatory requirements under the Construction Products Regulation.
How to use it: If you manufacture or supply construction products, this document tells you which product groups are prioritized and when to expect DPP requirements.
Architecture & Technical Standards
CIRPASS-2 Reference Architecture (D4.1)
Author: CIRPASS-2 consortium
What it is: The reference architecture for the EU DPP system, with recommendations for implementation. Published June 2026.
How to use it: Essential reading for anyone who needs to understand how the DPP system works technically — the data flows, system components, and design choices at EU level.
CIRPASS-2 Risks and Mitigations
Author: CIRPASS-2 consortium
What it is: Describes risks that can decrease the added value of the DPP system or might harm interests of parties, and proposes mitigations.
How to use it: Useful for risk assessment during implementation planning. Helps identify pitfalls before they occur.
CEN/CLC/JTC 24 Standards
Author: CEN CENELEC
What it is: The official European standardisation committee developing norms for DPP system architecture and interoperability.
How to use it: Reference for compliance — these standards will define what “compliant” means for DPP solutions. Currently in development.
DPP Vocabulary & Ontologies (Semantic Treehouse)
Author: CIRPASS-2 consortium
What it is: Repository for vocabularies and ontologies for DPP data.
How to use it: Technical reference point for data modeling. If you’re defining data structures for your DPP, start here to ensure semantic interoperability with others.
UN Transparency Protocol (UNTP)
Author: UN/CEFACT
What it is: International standard for traceability systems, complementary to European DPP.
How to use it: Relevant for companies with international supply chains. UNTP aligns with EU DPP but extends to non-EU contexts. Useful if your value chain crosses borders.
Research & Guidance
JRC-TNO Methodology for DPP Data Requirements
Author: Joint Research Centre (JRC) / TNO
What it is: Guidance for how the EC can approach defining what data should be contained in a DPP.
How to use it: Understand how data requirements for each product group are established. Useful for anticipating what your sector’s DPP will need to contain.
CIRPASS-2 User Stories V3.1
Author: CIRPASS-2 consortium
What it is: Describes how the DPP system would function from the perspective of different users — manufacturers, customs, recyclers, consumers, and more.
How to use it: Bridges the gap between regulation and technical implementation. Read these to understand the practical use cases and workflows the DPP system must support.
CIRPASS-2 Standardisation Initiatives Worldwide
Author: CIRPASS-2 consortium
What it is: Overview of DPP standardisation initiatives worldwide beyond the EU.
How to use it: Places the EU DPP in international context. Useful for companies operating globally or wanting to understand how other regions approach product passports.
CIRPASS-2 Open Source DPP Catalogue
Author: CIRPASS-2 consortium
What it is: Catalogue of open-source software projects related to DPP.
How to use it: If you’re building DPP solutions, check what open-source components exist before building from scratch. Supports interoperability and avoids vendor lock-in.
GS1 FAQ's
Author: GS1 Netherlands / GS1 Global
What it is: Frequently asked questions about ESPR and DPP from a GS1 perspective.
How to use it: One of several information sources for understanding DPP from a standards-body perspective.
GS1 DPP Demo Sandbox
Author: GS1 in Europe
What it is: Sandbox environment for creating demo DPPs.
How to use it: Useful to experience what a DPP can look like in practice. Good for demonstrations and initial exploration.
GS1 DPP Demo's Textiel
Author: GS1 Netherlands
What it is: Overview of demo DPPs in the textile sector, showing what a Digital Product Passport can look like in practice.
How to use it: Concrete examples of DPPs for textile products. Useful for understanding what end-users and consumers will see.
DPP Powered by GS1 Standards
Author: GS1 in Europe
What it is: Guideline for application of GS1 standards in DPP architecture.
How to use it: Practical guidance on how GS1 standards (identifiers, data carriers, resolvers) can be applied within the DPP system.
Portal to All GS1 Standards
Author: GS1 Global
What it is: Portal to all GS1 standards including GTIN, GLN, SSCC, GPC, DataMatrix, EPC/RFID, GDSN, Global Data Model, EPCIS/CBV, EANCOM, EDI, WebVoc, XML, JSON.
How to use it: Central entry point for finding documentation on any GS1 standard relevant to DPP implementation.
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