EPDs for Laminate in Europe, the ultimate data guide
Here is the no‑nonsense, 2026 view of laminate EPDs in Europe. We cover laminate flooring and high‑pressure laminate panels, who is publishing, which program operators and PCRs dominate, and when renewals will hit. If you are planning a declaration this year, this gives you the playbook and the calendar.
The 2026 snapshot
Fourteen current EPDs for laminate in Europe are visible across the last five calendar years, issued by nine manufacturers and three program operators. The freshest filing we see is Laminate Flooring from Kronospan Ltd. on Jul 27, 2025 with EPD Hub, expiring Jul 26, 2030. That single record confirms laminate flooring is active alongside high‑pressure laminate panels in this category.
EPDs issued per year
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 8 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2023 | 4 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 |
The 2021 spike reflects early EN 15804 A2 adoption by several operators, followed by a quieter 2024. If your products entered the market in that lull, you can still publish now without losing competitive ground.
Who is publishing
The field is fragmented. mafi Naturholzboden GmbH leads with four EPDs. Kronospan entities together account for three. See Ltd adds two. Egger, Kastamonu Entegre, Nemho, Nordic Fos, and Vezir Köprü Orman Ürünleri each contribute one. That means nearly one in three laminate EPDs comes from a single brand, while most others hold one or two. For buyers, this spreads comparability across many declarations rather than one dominant benchmark.
Program operators buyers actually use
Three operators carry all current laminate EPDs visible in Europe for this window.
- EPD International AB holds seven EPDs across six manufacturers. That breadth signals cross‑market comparability, which specifiers appreciate.
- IBU carries six EPDs across three manufacturers, with strong usage of German Part B rules for laminates.
- EPD Hub shows one EPD from one manufacturer, yet with a long runway to 2030 that some teams will like.
If you need a fast path and global portability, EPD International AB is a safe bet. If your sales skew to DACH, IBU’s category‑specific Part B rules make product positioning crisp. We are operator agnostic, although we often see European teams succeed when they choose the operator that matches where they sell most.
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The PCRs that matter in 2026
Think of PCRs as the rulebook of Monopoly. Choose the wrong one and the game gets messy. Below are the PCRs we see used for laminate EPDs in Europe over the last five years, with volumes and latest expiries, so you can steer toward rules that will stay valid through your renewal cycle.
| PCR | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1, 5 Dec 2023 | 1 | Jul 26, 2030 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) 1.3.3 | 2 | Oct 31, 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) | 1 | Jan 17, 2026 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804:A2) 1.2.5 | 2 | Jun 14, 2028 |
| PCR 2019:14‑c‑PCR‑006 Wood and wood‑based products for use in construction (EN 16485) | 2 | Oct 21, 2027 |
| Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Laminates | 1 | Apr 14, 2026 |
| Teil B: Anforderungen an die EPD für Schichtpressstoffe | 4 | Oct 08, 2026 |
| Unspecified PCR | 1 | Jul 11, 2028 |
Two takeaways stand out. First, the IBU Part B pair for laminates and Schichtpressstoffe are heavily used but front‑loaded to expire through 2026, which will trigger many renewals. Second, the EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 is new and stretches to 2030, which can reduce near‑term rework for teams that choose it. For laminate flooring, EN 16810 is the anchor standard behind several floor covering PCRs in use across Europe.
Renewal wave and dates to circle
Most EPDs are valid for five years under mainstream European program rules, so issuers fall into renewal clusters rather than smooth lines over time (EPD International GPI, 2024).
- Eight laminate EPDs expire in 2026. Earliest Jan 17 and latest Oct 08, with a concentration under the IBU Part B family.
- One expires in 2027, notably under the EN 16485 wood‑based products c‑PCR.
- Four more reach the end in 2028 across multiple PCRs.
- The recent EPD Hub filing runs to late July 2030.
If your sales team plans tenders that require product‑specific EPDs, schedule your LCA data refresh for two quarters before expiry so you are never dark in the spec. A quiet month inside your plant is the best time to capture metering and waste data.
Flooring versus panels, and why that matters
Laminate means different things in Europe. Laminate flooring is usually DPL or HPL pressed boards with decorative layers. HPL panels serve casework and facades. Your PCR choice should mirror the competitive set. If your main competitor’s laminate flooring EPD sits under an EN 16810‑based c‑PCR, follow that path. If you sell interior HPL panels, the IBU Part B laminates family or EN 15804 A2 general PCR versions used by Formica and Arpa will keep your numbers comparable.
The consultant factor behind most filings
Twelve of the fourteen laminate EPDs in this window list an EPD consultant or service provider. That is 86 percent. Teams that outsource the heavy lifting publish faster because data wrangling and modeling do not stall on daily operations. If you want a white‑glove path that does not dump spreadsheets on your engineers, an EPD service provider like Parq is built for that outcome. We are operator‑agnostic and work against the rulebook you choose.
Notably absent manufacturers in laminate
We checked several large European laminate brands to see if laminate‑specific EPDs are present in the public registry snapshot used here.
- SWISS KRONO appears with OSB and panel declarations, not laminate‑specific flooring in this 2026 snapshot.
- UNILIN, including Quick‑Step and Balterio, shows current EPDs for LVT and wood flooring. We do not see laminate flooring EPDs in this view.
- Classen and Kaindl do not surface with current laminate EPDs in this snapshot.
- BerryAlloc is a clear exception among flooring brands, with laminate entries available under INIES.
- Abet Laminati shows only expired EPDs here, while Arpa, Formica and Wilsonart hold robust HPL portfolios that address panels rather than laminate flooring.
Absence here does not mean a brand has no EPDs at all. Some file under national portals, different product categories, or publish in adjacent families like wood‑based panels. If you are a product manager at one of these firms and want to verify coverage, ping me and I will share the detailed extract we used.
Picking the right operator and PCR for your launch
A practical decision tree helps laminate teams avoid churn.
- Define the competitive set. Flooring or HPL panels. European sales footprint or global.
- Look up what your closest competitors used. If buyers will compare you to IBU Part B laminates, align there.
- Check PCR runway. If you need stability through 2030, an option like EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 may be the better fit. If DACH comparability is the priority, IBU’s laminates Part B is the target and you plan for a 2026 refresh.
- Scope data early. Decide whether to declare per plant or multi‑site, and confirm adhesive and overlay suppliers so you can collect specific EPDs and transport distances in A1.
- Keep installation and accessories in view. Many floor EPDs treat underlayment and trims outside the product system. State that clearly or include them if your buyer segment expects it.
Follow this cadence and you will not scramble three weeks before a bid. It is definately less stressful.
Keep your data edge
This guide relies on the global public registry that most architects and specifiers use. Due to loading delays, entries from the second half of 2025 may not yet be fully visible. If you want the up‑to‑date dataset behind this article or a quick sanity check on which PCR fits your upcoming laminate EPD, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a message. I am happy to share the spreadsheet, answer questions, and hop on a short call to help you map the fastest path from factory data to a published EPD.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which program operators are most used for laminate EPDs in Europe in this snapshot
EPD International AB accounts for about half of current laminate EPDs, IBU for just over forty percent, and EPD Hub for the remainder. This pattern reflects both cross‑border publishing and DACH‑focused filings.
What renewal pressure should laminate manufacturers expect in 2026
Eight laminate EPDs expire in 2026, clustered under IBU’s Part B rules and related families. Plan on refreshing models and collected data two quarters before the expiry dates to avoid gaps.
Do most laminate EPDs involve consultants or in‑house LCA teams
In this five‑year window, 12 of 14 laminate EPDs list an EPD consultant or service provider. Outsourcing the data collection and modeling typically accelerates publishing while maintaining quality.
How should I choose between flooring and panel PCRs for laminate
Match the PCR to your competitive set. Flooring should align with floor covering PCRs such as those based on EN 16810. Panels often use IBU Part B for laminates or EN 15804 A2 general PCR versions seen in HPL portfolios.
How long do EPDs remain valid in Europe
Most program operators set a five‑year validity period, after which the EPD must be reviewed and renewed to stay current (EPD International GPI, 2024).
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.
