EPDs for Wall Base in the United States, data guide
Planning a wall base Environmental Product Declaration in 2026 can feel like hunting for a light switch in a dark room. This guide flips the lights on, with current counts, which program operators are used most, how PCR choices shake out, and where expiries cluster. All figures below reflect the United States market for wall base products, sometimes called vinyl base, rubber cove base, or resilient wall base.
What counts as “wall base” and why it matters
Wall base here includes resilient wall base profiles sold as vinyl or rubber cove base, sometimes listed as resilient base accessories. If customers ask for rubber cove base or vinyl base trim, they are essentially shopping the same category.
The commercial payoff is simple. In projects doing carbon accounting, a product without a product‑specific EPD often carries a penalty in calculations, so teams prefer products with third‑party verified EPDs. An EPD keeps you in the spec conversation and reduces price‑only comparisons.
The 2026 snapshot, at a glance
Over the last five years there are 12 currently valid wall base EPDs in the United States, published by 5 manufacturers under 4 program operators and using 6 distinct PCRs. The newest entry is Wall Base 4 inch from Mohawk Group, issued on Nov 14 and verified by UL, expiring on Nov 14 2030.
Concentration is real. One manufacturer accounts for more than half of current EPDs, which sets the competitive bar for the rest of the field.
Who is publishing
Tarkett leads with 7 EPDs. FLEXCO Floors lists 2. Roppe Corporation has 1, Mannington Mills has 1, and Mohawk Group has 1. That means five active players, yet one portfolio dominates the page.
For manufacturers entering now, a lean set of well‑chosen SKUs can still compete, especially when the product lines align to commonly used PCRs and verification routes.
Program operators in play
Program operator usage shows both concentration and choice. ASTM International appears on 6 EPDs, all tied to a single manufacturer, which signals a consistent operator strategy inside that portfolio. Smart EPD LLC supports 3 EPDs across 2 manufacturers, suggesting cross‑brand appeal. UL appears on 2 EPDs across 2 manufacturers. EPD International AB appears on 1 EPD with 1 manufacturer. If you want broad spec recognition in the U.S., Smart EPD and UL are routinely accepted, and ASTM is clearly viable when paired with a cohesive product family.
PCRs that define the rules
Think of a PCR as the rulebook of Monopoly, ignore it and the game falls apart. Six PCR routes show up across current wall base EPDs. Several are Part A and Part B combinations that shape data requirements for building products and flooring. Others use ISO 21930 framing or a Smart EPD Part A approach. The mix matters because comparability, modules, and update cadence follow these choices.
PCRs used and latest expiries
| PCR name | EPDs | Latest expiry |
|---|---|---|
| ISO 21930 2017 Sustainability in buildings and civil engineering works | 3 | Sep 26 2028 |
| PCR for Building Related Products and Services Part A Calculation Rules and Project Report | 1 | Jun 1 2028 |
| Part B Flooring | 1 | Jun 1 2028 |
| Part B Requirements on the EPD for Wall coverings | 1 | Jun 1 2028 |
| Part B Wall and Door Protection EPD Requirements | 1 | Mar 5 2029 |
| Smart EPD Part A Product Category Rules for Building and Construction Products and Services 1000 v1.2 | 3 | Sep 11 2030 |
| Unknown PCR | 2 | Nov 14 2030 |
When planning your own EPD, study competitor PCRs first, then factor expiry runway and operator acceptance. Most program operators set EPD validity to five years, so alignment and update timing matter for renewals and re‑verification (EPD International GPI, 2024) (UL EPD Program Instructions, 2024).
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Issue trend since 2021
Issuance clustered recently, with a surge in 2023.
| Year | EPDs issued |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 7 |
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 4 |
A spike like 2023 typically reflects one or two manufacturers launching a coordinated set. If you plan a portfolio release, synchronize data collection across lines to capture scale efficiencies.
Expiry outlook, the next five years
No expiries hit in 2026 or 2027. In 2028 there are 7 expiries, many on Jun 1 and one cluster later in September linked to ISO 21930. One EPD expires in 2029, and 4 wrap in 2030 including the recent UL verified entry. If you depend on specs that run multi‑year, build your renewal runway now so sales never runs into a surprise gap.
How often teams use an EPD consultant
Seven of the 12 current EPDs list an external EPD service provider, roughly 58 percent. That aligns with what we see across finishes categories where a partner streamlines data wrangling and verification. If you prefer a single accountable partner, an EPD service provider like Parq can handle data collection, modeling, and operator publication so your engineering team can stay focused. You do not need to staff up inside to clear this hurdle.
Notably absent manufacturers in wall base
As of Jan 22 2026, several sizable flooring names show no current, category specific wall base EPDs in the public registry for MasterFormat 09 65 13. American Biltrite, Armstrong Flooring, Ecore International, and Gerflor each have zero current wall base EPDs visible. They may operate EPDs in adjacent categories or have expiries to renew, yet specifiers searching for wall base today will not find active declarations from these brands. If any of these firms publish soon, the competitive picture will change quickly.
Picking a route that clears reviews fast
Start from the end. Which operator will your top customers accept without extra questions. Which PCR gives the clearest modeling boundaries for your materials and energy sources. Then back‑solve data collection to that rulebook and build a tight bill of materials and utility footprint for a single reference year. For brand new lines with limited production, prospective EPDs can sometimes work, then you update once a full year of data exists.
Validation windows commonly run five years, so set a renewal reminder two quarters before expiry and pre‑plan what will change in the model, for example updated electricity mixes or recycled content ratios (EPD International GPI, 2024). It is boring admin, but it saves a scramble that can stall a bid.
What this means for sales and spec
In a head‑to‑head, the product with a current EPD usually gets evaluated on its own merits while a product without one can face conservative default factors in carbon accounting. That is margin pressure you can avoid. The cost of one EPD is often earned back with a single mid sized project win.
If publishing feels heavy, it is because many teams try to do it off the side of their desk. A coordinated plan, clear PCR choice, and one accountable service partner remove the drag. Your customers do not care how heroic your internal effort was, they care that the EPD is there and dependable.
Want the full dataset and PCR fit advice
If you want the up to date background data used here, message me on LinkedIn and I will send it, along with a quick read on the best fit PCR for your product line based on the competitive landscape. Happy to hop on a short call, free, to help you pick a path and avoid rework.
Note on data coverage. This article is based on the global public registry widely used by architects and specifiers. Due to loading delays, some EPDs from the last half of 2025 might not appear yet. If you published recently and do not see your record reflected, reach out and we will update. Also, if you prefer email, we can share a clean table extract you can easily paste into internal docs that your team will definately appreciate.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many current wall base EPDs exist in the United States and who leads?
There are 12 current EPDs from 5 manufacturers. Tarkett leads with 7, followed by FLEXCO Floors with 2. Mohawk Group, Roppe Corporation, and Mannington Mills each have 1.
Which program operators do wall base manufacturers use most in the U.S.?
ASTM International appears on 6 EPDs from one manufacturer, Smart EPD LLC on 3 EPDs across two manufacturers, UL on 2 EPDs across two manufacturers, and EPD International AB on 1 EPD.
What PCRs are common for wall base EPDs and when do they expire?
ISO 21930 framing shows up with a latest expiry of Sep 26 2028. Part A and B combinations tied to building products and flooring have several entries expiring on Jun 1 2028. Smart EPD Part A v1.2 has entries through Sep 11 2030, and two EPDs list Unknown PCR through Nov 14 2030.
When do most current wall base EPDs expire?
Expiries cluster in 2028 with 7 EPDs, then 1 in 2029, and 4 in 2030. There are none in 2026 or 2027.
Do most wall base EPDs use an external EPD service provider?
Yes, 7 of 12 current EPDs cite an external consultant or service provider, roughly 58 percent.
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.
