Footwear falls within the textile-footwear scope of the ESPR. If you make shoes for the EU market, prepare the Digital Product Passport for your models ahead of time.
What data a footwear DPP needs
- Composition by component (upper, sole, lining).
- Country of manufacture.
- Recycled content.
- Repairability (sole, component replacement) and end of life.
- Substances of concern (REACH).
When it arrives
The textile-footwear delegated act is expected around late 2027, with realistic enforcement around 2028. Preparing your records today saves you the rush and sets you apart with demanding distributors.
Generate your models' passport
With the free generator you create the record, the QR and the checklist for a pair in minutes. Then manage your whole catalogue from the CircularPass dashboard.
Prepare your passport for free
Generate the record, the QR and the ESPR checklist for a product in one minute. No sign-up, no card.
Try the generator →Frequently asked questions
Does footwear need a DPP?
Yes, it falls within the ESPR textile-footwear group. The exact date will come with the delegated act expected around 2027-2028.
What data is key for footwear?
Composition by component (upper, sole, lining), origin, recycled content, repairability and REACH substances.
Note: CircularPass is a preparation tool based on the ESPR (Regulation (EU) 2024/1781) and public information on the delegated acts in progress. It is not a certifying body or an official registry; dates are indicative and subject to the European Commission.