New Construction Products Regulation (CPR) 2024/3110

What changes for the construction sector?

The European construction sector is undergoing a significant transformation with the entry into force of Regulation (EU) 2024/3110, which replaces the previous Regulation (EU) 305/2011 on the marketing of construction products.

The introduction of Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 presents both a challenge and an opportunity for the construction industry. On the one hand, it imposes new compliance obligations for construction products; on the other, it promotes transparency, sustainability, and digitalization—key elements increasingly demanded by the market.

Companies that quickly adapt to the new framework can gain a competitive advantage and become key players in a more modern and sustainable construction supply chain.

The Regulation will enter into force on January 7, 2025, and will be fully applicable from January 8, 2026.
However, the practical implementation of the new CPR depends on the publication of harmonized product standards in the Official Journal of the European Union. A detailed roadmap has been established, outlining the anticipated timelines for reviewing and updating the standards. As a result, the old and new CPR regulations will coexist for several years.

As a certification body and testing laboratory for construction products, Istituto Giordano is prepared to support companies in adapting to the new regulatory framework.

What are the key changes for manufacturers, importers, and construction professionals?

1. A new regulatory framework for the marketing of construction products

The new CPR aims to eliminate regulatory uncertainties and overlapping rules that have hindered the construction products market in recent years. The primary goal is to ensure greater legal clarity and facilitate the entry of compliant products into the European market.

The main changes include:

Improved harmonization of European regulations to avoid contradictions between different legislative instruments.
New requirements for the Declaration of Performance (DoP) of construction products.
Revised role of Notified Bodies to enhance efficiency in the certification process.

2. Greater focus on sustainability and circular economy

Sustainability is at the core of the new regulation. Key objectives include:

Mandatory declaration of environmental performance, with the potential introduction of sustainability threshold levels.
Promotion of the circular economy, emphasizing reuse, remanufacturing, and recycling of construction materials.
Reduction of carbon footprint, accelerating the transition towards low-impact buildings.

3. Digitalization and access to information

One of the most significant innovations is the introduction of digital tools to improve transparency and traceability in the construction products supply chain:

Machine-readable digital data flows throughout the supply chain.
Digital product passports, ensuring quick access to compliance and sustainability information.
Electronic Declarations of Performance and Conformity, making documentation easily accessible to all economic operators.

4. Stronger market surveillance and compliance checks

Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 introduces stricter market surveillance measures to ensure that all products placed on the market comply with regulatory requirements:

More stringent controls on economic operators (manufacturers, importers, and distributors).
Verification of compliance for essential components of construction products to improve overall safety.
New responsibilities for online platforms selling construction products, ensuring the removal of non-compliant items from the market.

How can companies ensure compliance?

To comply with the new regulatory framework, companies must adopt a proactive approach. Key steps include:

Assessing the regulatory compliance of existing products on the market.
Reviewing declarations of performance and conformity in line with new standards.
Implementing digital tools for efficient product data management.
Monitoring environmental requirements to align with new sustainability obligations.

With the right preparation, companies can turn regulatory changes into opportunities and position themselves at the forefront of a modern, compliant, and sustainable construction industry.