EPDs for Tables in the United States: The Guide
Planning a product‑specific EPD for tables, desks, conference tables or benching in 2026. Here is the data snapshot manufacturers ask for when sizing effort, timing, and competitive risk in the United States. If you make office tables or outdoor tables for site furnishings, this is your field guide.
What counts as “Tables” in this guide
When we say tables, read that broadly. Think freestanding office desks, height‑adjustable benching, conference tables, training tables, and outdoor site tables. Some brands file similar products under adjacent families like workstations or casegoods, so category lines can blur.
The market at a glance
Nine current EPDs were issued for Tables in the United States over the last five years, created by eight manufacturers and published through four program operators across five distinct PCRs. The latest EPD mapped to this category posted on Nov 18, 2024 for EnkaSolutions and XeroFlor vegetation carriers by Freudenberg Performance Materials under Kiwa, expiring on Nov 18, 2029.
Year by year: issuance cadence
Volume is small and steady rather than explosive, which fits a mature commercial furniture niche.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 4 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 2 |
| 2025 | 0 |
A quiet 2025 is not a red flag. Teams often align new tables with platform refreshes, then cluster renewals on a five‑year rhythm.
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Who is publishing
Eight manufacturers account for the nine active declarations. Herman Miller leads with two, while Haworth, KI, Landscape Forms, MillerKnoll, Vitra AG, Sphera, and Freudenberg Performance Materials each show one. That spread tells you the space is fragmented, so a single well‑documented EPD can still stand out on bids and in specs.
Program operators used in the US tables space
Four operators appear. NSF International hosts four EPDs across three manufacturers. SCS Global Services hosts three EPDs across three manufacturers. EPD International AB and Kiwa each appear once. This pattern shows healthy diversity rather than one operator carrying a single brand’s entire portfolio, which helps comparability for specifiers.
PCRs used and what that means for you
Manufacturers leaned most on the BIFMA PCR for Office Furniture Workspace Products, which covers four EPDs with the latest expiries landing on Jun 23, 2027. You will also see the BIFMA Seating PCR supporting one declaration here, a reminder that product families sometimes straddle seating, tables, and systems. Broader construction rules show up too, including a Part A: Construction Products and Services record with an Oct 29, 2028 expiry, and NPCR 026 Part B for Furniture running to Jun 27, 2029. One EPD lists an unknown PCR and runs to Nov 18, 2029. If you plan a new declaration, start with the BIFMA Workspace Products rulebook, then validate scope against your bill of materials and use cases.
Renewal timing and expiries to watch
Four EPDs will expire in 2026. Specific windows are Jun 20 to Oct 11 for BIFMA Workspace Products, Oct 24 for EN 15804‑A2 Construction Products, and Nov 12 for BIFMA Seating. Two more expire in 2027 on Jun 23 under BIFMA Workspace Products. One sits in 2028 on Oct 29 under Part A, then two in 2029, one on Jun 27 under NPCR 026 Part B and one on Nov 18 under the unknown PCR. Teams targeting 2026 expiries should kick off updates at least six months before those dates to avoid gaps that stall submittals.
How much consultant support is typical
Eight of the nine EPDs were produced with an external EPD consultant or service provider. That is normal for furniture, where data lives in PLM, ERP, and supplier emails. If you want a white‑glove option that reduces the lift on engineering and operations, consider an EPD service provider like Parq. The ROI rarely comes from a spreadsheet alone. It comes from not missing specs where a product‑specific EPD is a pass or fail criterion.
Notably absent names to check if you compete nearby
Steelcase is a major brand, and it actively publishes EPDs in seating and related families. It does not appear in this five‑year Tables slice, which likely reflects how some desks or benching systems are classified under other product types. Allsteel and The HON Company show only expired declarations in this view. If you sell against these lines for tables, a fresh, product‑specific EPD can be a simple way to create separation in project submittals.
Practical playbook for a 2026 tables EPD
- Map your SKU family against PCR options. Start with BIFMA Workspace Products, then evaluate NPCR 026 Part B and Part A if your product stretches past office use.
- Pick a program operator your customers recognize. NSF and SCS are both common for US furniture. EPD International AB and Kiwa also appear in this category.
- Lock a clean reference year and line up supplier data. Aim for at least twelve months of production, prospective declarations are possible but require rework later.
- Time your project against known expiries. If your competitors face expiries between Jun and Nov 2026, an on‑time release can shift spec odds.
- Budget internal time, not just fees. The hardest part is data wrangling. A white‑glove partner can cut calendar time and mistakes, which is worth more than a small fee delta when bids are on the line.
One last thing before you brief the team
This article is based on the global public registry most architects and specifiers use. Due to loading delays, EPDs from the last half of 2025 may not yet be fully reflected. If you want the underlying dataset we used, message me on LinkedIn and I will share the complete, up‑to‑date pull. Happy to hop on a quick call to pinpoint the best fit PCR for your upcoming EPD based on the competitive landscape. And yes, we can definately talk through operator choices and timelines without a hard sell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which US program operators are most common for tables EPDs and does it matter?
NSF International and SCS Global Services appear most often in this five‑year US tables dataset, with single appearances by EPD International AB and Kiwa. Operator choice influences format, timelines, and recognition in bids. Pick one familiar to your customers and aligned with your PCR and geography.
What PCR should a tables manufacturer start with in 2026?
Start with the BIFMA PCR for Office Furniture Workspace Products. Validate scope against your exact product. If the product extends beyond office use or has unique materials, also check NPCR 026 Part B and general construction PCRs.
How early should we start if our current EPD expires in late 2026?
Begin at least six months before expiry to avoid gaps in submittals. If supplier data is complex or multi‑site, nine months is safer.
Do most furniture brands use external consultants for EPDs?
Yes. In this dataset, 8 of 9 EPDs involved an external EPD consultant or service provider, which is typical for furniture given the cross‑functional data needs.
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.
