Regulation prohibiting products made with forced labour
Prohibits placing on the EU market, and exporting, products made wholly or partly with forced labour, regardless of company size or origin. Authorities may order the withdrawal and disposal of the goods.
At a glance
- Legal reference
- Regulation (EU) 2024/3015
- Jurisdiction
- European Union
- Area
- Supply chain and due diligence
- Status
- Forthcoming
- Last reviewed
- Official text
- EUR-Lex · Regulation (EU) 2024/3015 ↗
Every date for Forced labour
- Entry into force of the regulation
- Commission guidelines and risk database
- Application of the ban in 415 days
All economic operators, including e-commerce and importers.
How we helpInternationalization →- 01Assess supply chain risks for sensitive countries and sectors
- 02Include clauses and checks in supply contracts
Frequently asked questions on Forced labour
Prohibits placing on the EU market, and exporting, products made wholly or partly with forced labour, regardless of company size or origin. Authorities may order the withdrawal and disposal of the goods.
All economic operators, including e-commerce and importers.
13 Dec 2024: Entry into force of the regulation; Jun 2026: Commission guidelines and risk database; 14 Dec 2027: Application of the ban.
The next milestone is 14 Dec 2027: Application of the ban.
Assess supply chain risks for sensitive countries and sectors; Include clauses and checks in supply contracts.
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