EPDs for Carpet in the United States: Data Guide
If you make carpet, carpet tile, or modular carpet, this 2026 snapshot is your field guide. We analyzed the public EPD registry most specifiers consult to map who published what, under which Program Operator, and which PCRs dominate. Use it to benchmark your portfolio, time renewals, and pick the fastest path to a compliant declaration.
The state of carpet EPDs in the U.S.
Across the last five years there are 2,064 current carpet EPDs in the United States, published by 20 manufacturers and handled by 9 Program Operators. EPDs in this category reference 18 distinct PCRs, although one PCR family towers over the rest.
2024 was the breakout year. 1,019 carpet EPDs were issued in 2024, just under half of the five‑year total. 2021 and 2023 were also active, while 2025 shows fewer releases, which often reflects registry loading lags rather than a real slow‑down in publishing.
EPDs issued per year
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 487 |
| 2022 | 23 |
| 2023 | 375 |
| 2024 | 1,019 |
| 2025 | 160 |
Who published the most EPDs
Five manufacturers account for roughly two‑thirds of current carpet EPDs. It is a concentrated field, which helps you target the competitive set fast.
- EF Contract counts 382 current EPDs.
- Interface posts 320.
- J+J Flooring has 224.
- Tarkett lists 207.
- Bentley Mills shows 173.
Shaw Contract, Mohawk Group, Patcraft, Shaw Industries Group, and Milliken add meaningful depth, with dozens to low hundreds each. If you sell carpet tile into commercial interiors, these are the names you will meet on most submittal logs.
Program Operators manufacturers actually use
UL is the default choice in this category by volume. 1,105 carpet EPDs run through UL, representing about 53 percent of the total and covering 14 manufacturers. EPD International AB handles 627 EPDs across 5 manufacturers. SCS Global Services carries 200 EPDs across 3 manufacturers. A separate listing labeled The International EPD System holds 66 EPDs from a single manufacturer. IBU, INIES, NSF International, Smart EPD, and a few unlisted items round out the long tail.
What it means for you. UL offers clear market acceptance in North America, while EPD International AB and SCS are well represented and familiar to specifiers. If you already sell into Europe or work under EN 15804 conventions, EPD International AB coverage can simplify cross‑market alignment. The concentration also signals practical things like reviewer availability and predictable timelines, which affect launch dates.
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PCRs that govern carpet EPDs
Think of a PCR as the Monopoly rulebook. Ignore it and the game falls apart. In carpet, one rulebook dominates. Part B: Flooring under EN 15804 is tied to 1,925 of the 2,064 current EPDs. The rest spread across narrower documents, including EN 16810 for resilient, textile and laminate floor coverings, a few national additions, and small counts for synthetic carpet yarn and other niche scopes.
Why this matters. Aligning to the common PCR eases side‑by‑side comparisons during specification reviews and reduces reviewer back‑and‑forth. It also guides your LCA modeling choices, system boundaries, and what data you must collect from plants. When a PCR update lands, your next renewal must reference the newer version or a suitable alternative, so timing strategy is critical.
The renewal wave you can plan for now
EPDs are typically valid for five years, which turns renewals into a predictable drumbeat. The next five‑year expiry curve for carpet looks like this.
- 2026 shows 475 expiries. Most of these sit under Part B: Flooring, with earliest expiries around Apr 1 and latest around Oct 1. A few EN 16810 and national‑addition items also roll off in mid summer, and a small synthetic carpet yarn PCR expires on Aug 1.
- 2027 is light with 34 expiries, spread across Part B: Flooring, national additions, and a couple of PCR 2019:14 items.
- 2028 jumps to 375 expiries, again dominated by Part B: Flooring. There are small clusters under EN 16810, a handful of PCR 2019:14 versions, and several Part B addenda with latest dates in November.
- 2029 is the big one with 1,019 expiries. The spine of the curve is Part B: Flooring across the full calendar year, with smaller pockets in EN 16810 and a U.S. NA Addendum in mid September.
- 2030 shows 160 expiries, almost entirely Part B: Flooring, with latest dates in early November.
If your portfolio leans on 2024 issues, block time in 2028 and 2029. Smooth renewals avoid rush premiums, protect continuity in bids, and prevent last‑minute substitution risk when projects require product‑specific EPDs.
The latest EPD on record
The newest U.S. carpet EPD we see is EcoWorx M Carpet Tile with EcoSolution Q, Solution Q, or Solution Q Extreme face fiber, issued on Nov 4, 2025 by Shaw Contract through UL under Part B: Flooring, with an expiry on Nov 4, 2030. Treat this as a good reference point for current content, formatting, and PCR alignment.
Most teams do not go it alone
1,784 of the 2,064 carpet EPDs in the last five years were published with the help of an EPD consultant or service provider. That is about 86 percent. The lesson is simple. Experienced partners reduce cycle time, wrangle plant data across shifts and ERP systems, and keep reviewers happy. If you want to move fast without distracting your ops and R&D leaders, work with an EPD service provider like Parq. We focus on speed, ease, and completeness so your team can stay on core work.
Program Operator diversity, at a glance
Breadth matters. UL’s 14‑manufacturer footprint indicates broad adoption, not a single‑customer spike. EPD International AB’s 5‑manufacturer base shows strong but more concentrated use. SCS’s 200 EPDs come from only 3 manufacturers, which implies deeper portfolios per customer. The single‑manufacturer block under The International EPD System suggests a strategic choice by that company rather than a market‑wide norm.
If you are selecting where to publish, consider reviewer queues, expected time to publication, and the geographies in your sales plan. Ask for examples of recently accepted carpet EPDs under the same PCR to keep surprises off the critical path.
Notably absent or lapsed publishers in 2026
Two recognizable U.S. contract brands do not show current carpet EPDs as of Jan 16, 2026. Atlas Carpet Mills previously published EPDs that have since expired. Avant Contract, known as Masland Contract, also shows expired EPDs and no current ones. If these names are your direct competitors in a bid, that gap can be decisive in projects where product‑specific declarations are expected.
Commercial takeaways for spec‑driven sales
- A fresh, product‑specific EPD eliminates the penalty many owners and designers face when they must use generic or conservative factors. That keeps your product in play on performance and aesthetics, not just price.
- Renewal timing is a revenue strategy. A long queue in mid 2029 will be real. Start in 2028 if your 2024 wave is large.
- Pick the common PCR unless you have a defensible reason not to. It simplifies comparisons and reduces clarification questions in submittals.
- Choose a Program Operator your target specifiers already understand. That reduces friction in design reviews and cuts a few emails from the chain.
Quick guidance on getting started
- Inventory your carpet SKUs by family, construction, and fiber system. Map each to the prevailing PCR and identify plant data owners by process area. Do not wait to find meters and waste logs.
- Decide on one Program Operator for your first wave to keep reviews consistent. You can diversify later if market needs shift.
- If your team is lean, bring in an EPD partner early. The definitley fastest path is to parallelize data collection while LCA modeling begins.
One more thing
Our analysis uses the global public registry that most architects and specifiers rely on. Because of upload delays, the last half of 2025 may not be fully reflected yet. If you want the underlying dataset with all counts, Program Operator splits, and PCR breakdowns, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a quick note. I am happy to share the current export and to jump on a short call to help you pick the best‑fit PCR for an upcoming EPD based on your competitive set.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many current carpet EPDs are in the U.S. right now?
2,064 across the last five years, covering 20 manufacturers and 9 Program Operators.
Which Program Operator is most common for carpet EPDs in the U.S.?
UL handles 1,105 current carpet EPDs, which is about 53% of the total, and works with 14 manufacturers in this category.
Which PCR should a carpet manufacturer choose in 2026?
Part B: Flooring under EN 15804 dominates current carpet EPDs, so it is the practical default unless a specific scope or market requirement points to a different PCR.
When will the next big wave of carpet EPD renewals hit?
The largest expiry wave is in 2029 with about 1,019 EPDs expiring. 2026 is also sizable with around 475 expiries.
Do most carpet EPDs involve an EPD consultant or service provider?
Yes. About 86% of current carpet EPDs were delivered with help from a third‑party service provider.
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.
