# EU Digital Product Passport implementation > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/eu-digital-product-passport-implementation > Updated: 2026-09-14T14:12:04.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2. The European Union is preparing for the implementation of the Digital Product Passport (DPP) under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). This regulatory framework aims to provide standardized information on product sustainability, material composition, and repairability, with the first major deadline for large-scale batteries set for February 2027. As the deadline approaches, significant challenges regarding data management and corporate readiness have emerged. In Italy, while national standards for data exchange and interoperability have been adopted, manufacturers struggle with fragmented information that is often spread across multiple disconnected archives. In France, consumer sentiment indicates a high demand for transparency, with 64% of consumers seeking more information on product origins. However, a gap exists between consumer expectations and industry preparedness; while most companies view traceability as essential, 90% report they do not know how to implement the DPP. Current tracking methods remain largely fragmented, complicating the transition to the new mandatory requirements. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-14: French consumers demand more product traceability ahead of 2027 regulations French consumers demand greater product transparency, yet 90% of companies remain unprepared for the mandatory Digital Product Passport regulations arriving in 2027. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/french-consumers-demand-more-product-traceability-ahead-of-2027-regulations ### 2026-09-09: EU Digital Product Passport implementation faces data challenges The EU is rolling out Digital Product Passports to track product sustainability. While UNI has adopted initial technical standards, manufacturers struggle with fragmented data management. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/eu-digital-product-passport-implementation-faces-data-challenges --- Cite as: EU Digital Product Passport implementation. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/eu-digital-product-passport-implementation