EPDs for Plywood and OSB in Europe: Data Guide
Planning an EPD for plywood sheathing or OSB boards in Europe? Here is the 2026 picture in one place so you can benchmark, choose the right PCR, and publish with confidence. We analyzed every current declaration in this category, who published it, under which program operator, and when renewals are due. If you make structural panels for roofs, walls, or subfloors, this guide shows what competitors are doing now and where the gaps still are.
The 2026 snapshot that matters
Across Europe, there are 39 current EPDs for plywood and OSB sheathing panels, issued by 15 manufacturers under 7 program operators, across 16 distinct PCRs. The latest release we see is an OSB EPD for Kronospan Ltd. on May 25, 2025 with EPD Hub under its Core PCR v1.1, valid to May 25, 2030. This tells us the category is active, competitive, and maturing fast.
Who is publishing, and how concentrated is it
MEDITE Europe DAC leads with 10 EPDs. Kronospan Ltd. and GARNICA follow with 7 each. A next tier of activity comes from Metsä Wood and Panguaneta with 2 each, while nine other manufacturers list a single declaration. That spread suggests buyers can already compare across multiple brands, which raises the commercial stakes for anyone still on the sidelines.
A few useful callouts
- MEDITE Europe DAC: 10 EPDs
- Kronospan Ltd.: 7 EPDs
- GARNICA: 7 EPDs
If your panels compete with any of these lines, having a product‑specific EPD is now table stakes on many specs. Without one, teams face pessimistic default factors that can knock you out before price is even discussed.
Where EPDs get published: program operator patterns
EPD International AB hosts 15 EPDs from 7 different manufacturers. EPD Ireland shows 10 EPDs from a single manufacturer, which indicates high volume but low publisher diversity. EPD Hub carries 8 EPDs spanning 2 manufacturers. Rounding out the field are IBU with 3 manufacturers and single‑manufacturer activity at Bau EPD GmbH, INIES, and SCS Global Services.
What this means for you
- If you sell across multiple EU markets, publishing at EPD International AB or IBU can simplify recognition across borders.
- If your buyers are Ireland‑centric, EPD Ireland is already widely used in this category.
- EPD Hub’s newer Core PCRs are clearly gaining traction, and we see long tails on their expiries that reduce near‑term renewal risk.
The rulebooks: which PCRs competitors picked
Think of the PCR as the Monopoly rulebook. If you use different rules than your competitors, comparisons get messy. In this category, we see several common choices.
Most used playbooks
- c‑PCR‑006 Wood and wood‑based products for use in construction (EN 16485) appears on 10 EPDs with expiries peaking in January 2027 for some and March 12, 2026 for many.
- EPD International PCR 2019:14 (EN 15804+A2) v1.3.3 appears on 6 EPDs with expiries spread through 2028.
- EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 (Dec 5, 2023) appears on 6 EPDs with expiries reaching into 2030.
Here is the full PCR picture we see today.
| PCR | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| c‑PCR‑006 Wood and wood‑based products for use in construction (EN 16485) | 10 | Jan 21, 2027 |
| PCR 2019:14 Construction products (EN 15804+A2) v1.3.3 | 6 | Jul 14, 2028 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 (Dec 5, 2023) | 6 | May 25, 2030 |
| EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0 (Feb 1, 2022) | 2 | Sep 29, 2028 |
| PCR 2012:01 Construction products and construction services (EN 15804:A1) | 2 | Dec 26, 2026 |
| PCR 2012:01 Construction products and construction services (EN 15804:A1) (expired) (2.34) | 3 | Dec 26, 2026 |
| PCR 2019:14‑c‑PCR‑006 Wood and wood‑based products for use in construction (2019‑12‑20) | 1 | Jul 21, 2028 |
| Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Wood based panels | 1 | Sep 6, 2027 |
| Part B: Requirements on the EPD for Solid wood products | 1 | Nov 2, 2027 |
| Part B: Requirements for the EPD for woodbased materials | 1 | Jun 15, 2026 |
| Product Category Rules: Part A in Ireland for EN 15804:2012 | 1 | Jan 16, 2027 |
| Sustainability of construction works... National addition to NF EN 15804+A2 | 1 | Mar 28, 2029 |
| CEN standard EN 15804 | 1 | Mar 12, 2026 |
| CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES – GLASS IN BUILDING | 1 | Dec 26, 2026 |
| Unknown PCR | 2 | Mar 28, 2029 |
How to use this
- Match the rulebook your closest competitor uses unless there is a strong reason not to, such as a pending expiry inside your planned sales cycle.
- If you want to delay renewals, consider publishing under a PCR with far‑out expiries like EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1.
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Issuance trend since 2021
Publishers have been active but uneven year to year, which is typical when PCR updates ripple through the market.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 14 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 6 |
Two patterns stand out. First, 2021 saw a strong push, often linked to A2 adoption and early renewals. Second, 2024 dipped. Some of that is normal project timing, some may be teams waiting for new PCRs or a program operator preference to settle.
The expiry radar you should plan around
Renewals drive sales risk if they land in the middle of tenders. Here is the near‑term cliff by calendar year.
- 2026: 17 expiries, with many tied to c‑PCR‑006 converging on March 12. If you have products competing with those, expect a busy renewal season.
- 2027: 5 expiries, spread across PCR 2019:14 v1.3.3, Ireland Part A, and product‑specific Part B documents.
- 2028: 9 expiries, including EPD Hub Core PCR v1.0 and multiple PCR 2019:14 v1.3.3 entries.
- 2029: 2 expiries, limited exposure.
- 2030: 6 expiries, dominated by EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1.
Practical move Build a 9 to 12 month runway before your expiry year. That leaves space for updated background data, a new PCR if needed, and technical review before bids. It also avoids last‑minute rushes that can introduce errors.
Consultants behind the scenes
Nineteen of the thirty‑nine current EPDs list an external EPD consultant or service provider. That is roughly 49 percent, which matches what we see across many wood categories. The reason is simple. Good consultants remove the internal coordination tax, collect plant data correctly the first time, and keep the PCR on‑rails so the review passes cleanly. If you want a white‑glove option, an EPD service provider like Parq cna deliver speed without compromising quality.
Notably absent or under‑represented names
A few large European panel producers appear without current plywood or OSB sheathing EPDs in the public registry view as of Jan 20, 2026.
- EGGER shows no current sheathing‑coded declarations, despite having other current EPDs in adjacent categories. This matters alot if your bids face EGGER panels and buyers want apples‑to‑apples comparisons.
- Koskisen similarly does not show a current sheathing‑coded EPD.
Important nuance Some brands publish under legacy or subsidiary names. West Fraser’s European OSB, for example, is visible under Norbord Europe Ltd with an OSB EPD covering the Inverness and Genk sites valid to Jul 20, 2027. If you search only by current brand, you may miss it.
If you are at one of the absent brands and plan to publish soon, moving early can win you specification share in 2026 while competitors are still renewing.
Practical playbook for 2026
- Choose your PCR by looking at direct competitors, your renewal horizon, and target markets. If your market is cross‑border, pick a program operator with wide recognition and a PCR with a long shelf life.
- Lock in data collection now. For panels, electricity mix, resin systems, and yield losses drive results. Getting those right once beats rework.
- Decide on your portfolio approach. Single hero product first to open doors, or a family of SKUs so sales can bid full systems. Both can work when planned against renewal peaks.
Want the full dataset and a PCR sanity‑check?
This article is based on the global public registry many architects and specifiers use. Records from the last half of 2025 may be partially loaded, so the counts you see here could move slightly in the coming weeks. If you want the complete, up‑to‑date background data, connect with me on LinkedIn and send a note. I am happy to share the workbook and hop on a quick call to pinpoint the best‑fit PCR for your products, free of charge.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many current EPDs exist for plywood and OSB sheathing panels in Europe, and who publishes the most?
We see 39 valid EPDs in this category. MEDITE Europe DAC leads with 10, followed by Kronospan Ltd. and GARNICA with 7 each.
Which program operators are most used for these panels in Europe?
EPD International AB hosts the most with 15 EPDs from 7 manufacturers, EPD Ireland shows 10 from 1 manufacturer, and EPD Hub lists 8 across 2 manufacturers. IBU, Bau EPD GmbH, INIES, and SCS Global Services appear with smaller counts.
Which PCRs are most common and how far out do their expiries run?
c‑PCR‑006 (EN 16485) accounts for 10 EPDs with a concentration of expiries in 2026 to early 2027. EPD International PCR 2019:14 v1.3.3 and EPD Hub Core PCR v1.1 each appear on 6 EPDs, with the latter extending into 2030.
Is consultant support common for panel EPDs?
Yes. About 49 percent of current declarations list an external EPD consultant or service provider, which tracks with wider wood categories.
What is the single biggest renewal risk window?
Year 2026 has 17 expiries in this category, with a notable cluster around March 12 due to c‑PCR‑006 based EPDs.
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.
