EPDs for Carpet and Carpet Tile in Europe
Here is the definitive, data‑based picture of carpet, carpet tile, and broadloom EPDs in Europe for 2026. If you manufacture tufted or woven carpet, modular carpet tiles, or synthetic carpet yarns, this guide shows who is publishing, which rulebooks they follow, and when renewals hit so you can plan with confidence.
The five‑year snapshot manufacturers care about
Europe’s carpet category has real momentum. Over the past five calendar years, 94 currently valid EPDs were published by 27 manufacturers across 7 program operators and 18 distinct PCRs. That is enough activity to benchmark your portfolio and spot white space without guesswork.
EPDs issued per year
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 28 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 2 |
The spike in 2023 mirrors the broader shift to EN 15804 A2 aligned declarations across Europe, then issuance steadied as teams retooled modeling and data pipelines.
Who publishes these EPDs
A concentrated group leads output, with a long competitive tail. Standouts include BALSAN with 14 EPDs, Aquafil with 11, Modulyss with 11, and Burmatex with 8. Bolon sits at 6, while Halbmond Teppichwerke and Weseler Teppich each contribute 4. More than a dozen additional manufacturers add one to three EPDs each, which means specifiers can compare apples to apples within many subsegments.
Why it matters commercially, simple. When a buyer must report embodied carbon, having a product‑specific EPD avoids default penalties and keeps you in contention without resorting to discounting.
Program operators manufacturers choose
Manufacturers spread their carpet EPDs across several European and global operators, which helps with market access and portfolio strategy.
- EPD International AB: 37 EPDs across 11 manufacturers, a broad tent that signals comparability across borders.
- IBU: 27 EPDs across 8 manufacturers, especially visible for Germany‑facing portfolios.
- INIES: 18 EPDs across 5 manufacturers, the go‑to in France.
- EPD Hub: 5 EPDs across 4 manufacturers, a lighter footprint but growing.
- Global GreenTag: 3 EPDs across 1 manufacturer, activity is concentrated not diversified.
- BRE Global: 2 EPDs across 2 manufacturers, selective usage.
- UL: 2 EPDs across 1 manufacturer, limited in this regional slice.
The diversity signal is strong for EPD International AB and IBU, since multiple competitors rely on them. Where a single manufacturer dominates an operator’s carpet activity, comparability can feel thinner in bids.
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PCRs in plain English, your rulebook menu
Think of a PCR as the Monopoly rulebook, ignore it and the game falls apart. In Europe’s carpet category, several PCRs dominate and a few niche rules capture yarns and auxiliaries. Here are the active PCRs in this dataset and the latest expiry of EPDs issued under them.
| PCR (short name) | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Floor coverings | 18 | Jul 25, 2028 |
| NF EN 15804 A1 national addition (France) | 16 | Oct 7, 2027 |
| c‑PCR‑004 Resilient, textile and laminate floor coverings (EN 16810) | 10 | Apr 1, 2028 |
| c‑PCR‑015 Synthetic carpet yarn | 11 | Feb 7, 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804 A2) 1.3.3 | 8 | Dec 14, 2028 |
| Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Floor Coverings | 5 | Sep 15, 2027 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0 | 3 | Nov 16, 2028 |
| CEN standard EN 15804 | 3 | Oct 27, 2026 |
| Unknown PCR | 3 | Dec 18, 2028 |
| Part B: Flooring | 2 | Jul 8, 2027 |
| Teil B: Anforderungen an die EPD für Bodenbeläge | 2 | Jul 27, 2028 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 | 1 | Aug 30, 2030 |
| BRE PCR to EN 15804 A2 | 1 | Nov 17, 2026 |
| Product Category Rule for “Tile carpet” | 1 | Dec 17, 2030 |
| c‑PCR‑017 Technical‑chemical products | 2 | Oct 12, 2028 |
| NF EN 15804 A2 national addition (France) | 2 | Nov 14, 2028 |
| Core Product Category Rules | 4 | Aug 28, 2026 |
| PCR 2012:01 EN 15804 A1 (expired) | 1 | May 17, 2026 |
Two practical reads. First, EN 15804 A2 and its Part B floor covering rules dominate, which keeps comparisons meaningful across carpet tile and broadloom. Second, a few far‑future expiries appear, such as EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 and a tile carpet specific PCR that run into late 2030, which can buy renewal breathing room if they fit your product.
Renewal watch for 2026 to 2030
EPDs typically carry a five year validity window, which sets your renewal clock. In this dataset, expiries cluster as follows, 16 in 2026, 30 in 2027, 45 in 2028, 1 in 2029, and 2 in 2030. The 2028 bulge is driven by yarn and floor covering Part B PCRs, so yarn suppliers and modular tile brands should pencil in modeling updates now. Treat renewals like a product launch milestone, not an afterthought that scrambles sales later.
If your EPDs align to older A1 era rules, plan for rework at the next renewal so the new declaration references an A2 compatible PCR. Renewal timing is also a good moment to consolidate SKUs under fewer PCRs to reduce overhead, provided comparability still serves your spec strategy.
The latest carpet EPD in this set
The most recent publication in this dataset landed on Dec 18, 2025. Modulyss released the Ray, Lume ecoBACK PLUS carpet tile with EPD Hub under the “Tile carpet” PCR, with an expiry on Dec 17, 2030. It is a useful data point for teams weighing operator choice for modular carpet, since it shows recent acceptance routes for tile formats.
How often EPD consultants are involved
53 of the 94 EPDs were issued with the help of an external EPD service provider, roughly 56 percent. That lines up with what we see across building products where data wrangling, factory outreach, and model building benefit from specialist support. If you prefer a white‑glove partner that takes on the heavy lifting and speeds up data collection, an EPD consultant like Parq can reduce time to publication while keeping your product team focused on the day job.
Why some famous carpet names may not appear
You might expect to see Interface, Tarkett, Milliken, Forbo, or Vorwerk in any Europe carpet list. These brands do publish many declarations, sometimes under global scopes or adjacent categories like resilient flooring, which means they do not always fall into this exact Europe carpet snapshot. If you need a competitor‑specific readout, we can review their current listings and map them to your portfolio seperately.
What to consider when picking a PCR and operator
Start with your competitive set. Use the rulebooks your nearest substitutes use, since that preserves comparability for specifiers. Check the latest possible expiry dates and pick a program operator that your target geographies recognize, for example IBU for Germany and INIES for France, or EPD International AB for cross‑border European reach. Finally, plan your renewal window in the roadmap so sales is never caught short when a key EPD is close to expiry.
A great partner will test fit two or three PCR options, flag model differences that impact GWP, and recommend the operator that makes future updates fast. We favor a process that streamlines plant data collection, validates assumptions quickly, and publishes with the operator you prefer, since speed and completeness tend to win specs.
A quick note on scope and how to get the data
This article uses a snapshot of the global public registry that most architects and specifiers rely on. Because of loading delays, the last half of 2025 may not be fully represented yet. If you want the full, up‑to‑date background dataset behind the charts and tables, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to share the workbook, answer questions, or hop on a quick call to help you pick the best fit PCR for your next carpet EPD.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operators are most used for carpet EPDs in Europe and what does that imply for my choice?
The heaviest use is EPD International AB and IBU, followed by INIES. This indicates broad acceptance across multiple countries and strong comparability. If you sell primarily in Germany, IBU is a natural fit. For France, INIES helps market access. For broader European reach, EPD International AB is often chosen.
When should a manufacturer plan carpet EPD renewals in Europe?
Treat EPD renewal like any product launch milestone. In this dataset, expiries peak in 2027 to 2028, so plan modeling updates and data collection six to nine months before those dates. Align renewals to EN 15804 A2 compatible PCRs if your current declarations reference older A1 rules.
Do EPD consultants materially speed up the process for carpet EPDs?
Yes, about 56 percent of EPDs here were published with an external service provider involved. Consultants take on data collection, modeling, QA, and operator coordination, which shortens time to publication and reduces internal workload.
Is a tile carpet specific PCR better than general floor covering PCRs?
It depends on your comparators. A tile carpet specific PCR can improve head‑to‑head comparisons within modular carpet, while general floor covering Part B rules can simplify portfolios with mixed formats. Check expiry timelines and operator recognition as a tie‑breaker.
About the Author
With a passion for sustainability and a love for complex data, Toby helps manufacturers efficiently collect data from across their organization and get their EPDs done right. He’s especially interested in how AI can support human expertise, helping R&D and factory teams work faster, smarter, and with less friction.
