# UK Digital Product Records

**Reference:** Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025 · **Status:** Consultation · **DPP applies:** No mandatory date

> UK exporters to the EU must comply with EU DPP rules; a domestic regime is only at evidence-gathering stage.

The UK opened a call for evidence on 'Digital Product Records' on 27 July 2026. The Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025 provides enabling powers, but there is no general mandatory UK passport yet. UK companies selling into the EU must follow EU rules.

**Scope:** Products sold in Great Britain; EU rules apply in Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework.

## Key dates

- **21 Jul 2025** — Product Regulation and Metrology Act — Royal Assent

- **27 Jul 2026** — Call for evidence on Digital Product Records

## FAQ

### Do UK companies need a DPP?

Yes, for covered products sold into the EU or Northern Ireland. For Great Britain there is no mandatory regime yet.

## Sources

- [GOV.UK — Digital Product Records call for evidence](https://www.gov.uk/government/calls-for-evidence/call-for-evidence-digital-product-record-policy/call-for-evidence-digital-product-records-policy)

- [Product Regulation and Metrology Act 2025](https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2025/20)