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DHA has written, updated, and published the American National Standard for Hardwood and Decorative Plywood (ANSI/HPVA HP-1) for nearly a century. This standard is an important part of the work we do as it helps buyers and manufacturers communicate and specify natural, beautiful hardwood plywood. The standard is undergoing its final design before publication.

After receiving pushback and requests for delay from forest industry representatives, the U.S. government, and European governments and industry, the European Commission has proposed delaying the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation. If approved by the European Parliament and the Council, this would push the timeline back so that the law would become applicable for large companies on December 30, 2025, and for micro and small enterprises on June 30, 2026.

Decorative Hardwoods Association (formerly HPVA) eNews Volume XVII, Issue XVIII: Congress Urges President To Ask For EUDR Delay | European Commission Will Review EUDR Timeline | U.S. Imports Of Hardwood Plywood Grow By Nearly 27%

Experts at the American Hardwood Export Council detail the latest on the European Union Deforestation Regulation and what it means for exporters of U.S. hardwood products.

AHEC EUDR Webinar → 

EUDR was one of several topics of discussion at the recent Western Hardwood Plywood Producers meeting in Coos Bay. DHA President Keith Christman discussed the amazing benefits of hardwood products as well as the challenges in our industry. Keith's presentation is available below. 

Read more: DHA Update For WHPP 2024 →