A Digital Product Passport (DPP) is a digital record containing key information about a physical product — its origin, materials, manufacturing process, carbon footprint, repairability, and end-of-life instructions.
The European Union is making DPPs mandatory for certain product categories. The goal: enable circularity, reduce waste, and give consumers transparent information about what they're buying.
For manufacturers, this isn't optional. It's regulation.
The challenge? Creating DPPs that are:
Blockchain solves all four.
Blockchain creates an immutable record. Once a Digital Product Passport is written to the blockchain, it cannot be changed, deleted, or forged. This is exactly what regulators want — and what consumers will demand.
Traditional databases fail here. A centralized database can be edited. Records can be altered. There's no way to prove the data hasn't been tampered with since creation.
Blockchain is different:
TRUE uses multiple blockchain networks (Ethereum, Polygon, AVAX, Fantom) to secure Digital Product Passports. The result: permanent, verifiable, tamper-proof product records that meet the spirit and letter of EU requirements.
The EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) establishes the framework for DPPs. Here's what manufacturers need to know:
Timeline:
What DPPs must include:
Technical requirements:
TRUE's blockchain-secured DPPs satisfy these requirements natively. The blockchain provides the data integrity guarantee. QR codes enable instant access. The platform handles the data structure and delivery.
TRUE's platform transforms how manufacturers create and manage Digital Product Passports.
Design your DPP template once. Include your branding, required data fields, and compliance information. TRUE's platform supports the full range of DPP data requirements — from materials composition to carbon footprint to recycling instructions.
Connect TRUE to your manufacturing systems via REST API. Issue a unique Digital Product Passport for every product automatically — whether you're producing 100 units or 10 million.
TRUE's API has 5 simple endpoints. Integration typically takes days, not months.
Every DPP is written to the blockchain immediately upon creation. The data becomes immutable. No one — not even TRUE — can alter it afterward.
Each Digital Product Passport gets a unique identifier. Embed it as a QR code on your product, packaging, or documentation. Consumers, regulators, and supply chain partners scan to verify.
Anyone with the QR code can verify the DPP's authenticity instantly. No app download. No account required. The verification portal confirms the passport is genuine and shows all product data.
The blockchain record persists indefinitely. Your DPPs remain verifiable for the entire product lifecycle — and beyond.
The fashion industry faces intense scrutiny over supply chain transparency and environmental impact. DPPs will be mandatory for textiles sold in the EU.
TRUE enables:
Every garment gets a verifiable digital passport that consumers can scan on the label.
Electronics DPPs must document materials, repairability, and proper disposal. Manufacturers face liability for products that enter e-waste streams without proper documentation.
TRUE enables:
Automotive manufacturers need DPPs for batteries (immediate requirement) and increasingly for entire vehicles.
TRUE enables:
Drug authentication and anti-counterfeiting are critical. Blockchain DPPs create an unbreakable chain of custody.
TRUE enables:
Verification must be simple. If consumers or inspectors can't easily verify a DPP, the system fails.
Here's how TRUE verification works:
Step 1: Scan the QR code on the product Step 2: Verification portal loads instantly (no app needed) Step 3: Passport authenticity confirmed with blockchain proof Step 4: Full product data displayed clearly
The entire process takes seconds. Works on any smartphone. No downloads, no accounts, no friction.
For regulatory inspectors, TRUE provides additional verification tools — batch verification, audit trails, and export capabilities for compliance documentation.
Manual DPP creation doesn't scale. TRUE's REST API enables fully automated passport issuing integrated with your existing systems.
Integration points:
API capabilities:
TRUE's API documentation is comprehensive. Most integrations go live within one to two weeks.
TRUE is fully compliant with EU eIDAS regulations for electronic identification and trust services. This matters for DPPs that need to meet European standards for digital document integrity.
As a Swedish company, TRUE was built with European data protection requirements from day one. Personal data handling follows GDPR best practices.
TRUE is Cyber Hygiene Certified by OneMore Secure, validating our security practices and data protection measures.
Every DPP includes a complete audit trail. When was it created? By whom? What blockchain transaction secured it? Regulators get the transparency they require.
TRUE is actively working toward ISO 27001 certification, the international standard for information security management.
TRUE is a Swedish company. We understand EU regulations because we operate under them. GDPR, eIDAS, and upcoming DPP requirements are native to how we build — not afterthoughts.
500,000+ documents issued. 200+ organizations trust TRUE for their secure document needs. The platform handles high-volume issuing reliably.
TRUE's DPPs aren't just compliant — they're marketing assets. When consumers scan your product's passport, they see your brand. Analytics show you how often passports are viewed, where, and by whom.
5 API endpoints. Clear documentation. Most integrations complete in days. You don't need a blockchain engineering team to issue blockchain-secured DPPs.
Blockchain records are permanent. Your DPPs remain verifiable even as regulations evolve, systems change, or decades pass. That's the promise of immutability.
Implementing Digital Product Passports doesn't have to be complex.
Step 1: Discovery call We assess your product categories, volumes, and compliance timeline.
Step 2: Template design Design your DPP templates with all required data fields and your branding.
Step 3: Integration Connect TRUE to your manufacturing or product systems via API — or use our dashboard for lower volumes.
Step 4: Pilot Issue DPPs for a product line, validate the workflow, train your team.
Step 5: Scale Roll out across your full product range with confidence.
Most manufacturers complete the full implementation in 4-8 weeks.
A Digital Product Passport (DPP) is a digital record containing comprehensive information about a physical product, including its origin, materials, manufacturing process, environmental impact, repairability, and end-of-life instructions. The EU is making DPPs mandatory for certain product categories to support sustainability and circular economy goals.
Blockchain provides tamper-proof data integrity. Once a DPP is written to the blockchain, it cannot be altered or deleted. This guarantees the authenticity of product information — exactly what regulators require and what consumers deserve.
Timelines vary by product category. Batteries face DPP requirements starting in 2027. Textiles, electronics, and other categories will follow through 2030. The regulatory framework is established; implementation dates are being finalized by category.
Consumers scan the QR code on the product with any smartphone. TRUE's verification portal loads instantly, confirms authenticity via blockchain, and displays all product information. No app download or account required.
Yes. TRUE's REST API integrates with ERP, MES, PLM, QMS, and other manufacturing systems. With 5 simple endpoints and comprehensive documentation, most integrations complete within one to two weeks.
TRUE's DPP solution works across industries including fashion and textiles, electronics, automotive, pharmaceuticals, and any sector requiring verifiable product documentation. The platform is flexible enough to accommodate any product type and data requirements.
TRUE is eIDAS compliant, GDPR native (Swedish company), and Cyber Hygiene Certified. We're also working toward ISO 27001 certification. The platform was built to meet European regulatory standards.
Forever. Blockchain records are permanent and immutable. Your DPPs remain verifiable for the entire product lifecycle and beyond — which is exactly what DPP regulations intend.
The EU DPP deadline is approaching. Manufacturers who act now have time to integrate properly, pilot thoroughly, and scale confidently.
Book a FREE Demo — See how TRUE creates blockchain-secured Digital Product Passports that meet EU requirements.
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