Congrats, ETERNIT GmbH on first EPDs
Fresh on the board in July 2025, ETERNIT GmbH has published its first wave of Environmental Product Declarations for core fiber‑cement lines. That move turns familiar cladding and roofing workhorses into spec‑ready options that help teams clear carbon and documentation checks with less back‑and‑forth.
What launched in July 2025
ETERNIT GmbH has gone live with a first set of product‑specific EPDs covering fiber‑cement cladding and roofing plus a fire protective board. The portfolio reads as product families rather than single SKUs, which is what design teams prefer when color, finish, and length vary across jobs. The program operator is EPD Hub.
The current set includes Cedral Lap and Cedral Click siding, a Cedral Board for trim and details, corrugated fiber‑cement sheets at 6.5 mm for roofing and cladding, and a calcium‑silicate fire board used in protection assemblies. Validity runs forward for several years, keeping submittals clean through the decade.
Where these products play
Cedral Lap and Click target residential and low‑rise facades that want the look of timber with the resilience of mineral boards. Cedral Board supports edges, reveals, and soffits so details do not derail approvals. Corrugated sheets are the agricultural and light‑industrial staple that must be documented quickly when project windows are tight. The fire board serves passive fire protection where tested systems and clear paperwork are essential.
The rules and who verified what
All declarations are published to EN 15804 A2 with third‑party verification by the program operator. On several records the public file credits an external LCA partner. That clarity matters in reviews where model ownership and verifier independence get checked.
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Competitive snapshot in fiber‑cement
James Hardie Europe has live EN 15804 declarations for Hardie Plank and select boards in European registries, plus IBU listings for fermacell gypsum fibre boards. See our manufacturer profile for added context on coverage and regions (Hardie in focus). Swisspearl Group also lists current IBU EPDs for facade boards and slates across recent publication years. Cembrit Holding shows only expired EPDs at the moment, which limits spec use on projects that ask for a current, product‑specific declaration.
The takeaway is simple. ETERNIT has entered the transparency arena and now competes head‑to‑head with Hardie and Swisspearl where EPDs are table stakes. Against brands with lapsed coverage, this creates real daylight in bids and RFIs.
Why this changes commercial math
On many projects a product without a product‑specific, third‑party EPD triggers conservative defaults in whole‑building carbon models. That makes a familiar panel feel heavier on paper than it really is. Having these EPDs means specifiers can cite ETERNIT’s verified numbers, which reduces friction and slows fewer projects. Teams can focus on aesthetics, performance, and installed cost, not paperwork detours.
Find the EPDs online
We found EPD PDFs available through Cedral’s German download centers for facade and roofing, including Cedral Lap, Click, and slates. See the facade hub and the roofing hub for the latest links (Cedral facade downloads and Cedral roofing downloads). We did not find a dedicated EPD page on eternit.de itself. Adding a clear EPD link on the main product pages and sustainability section would boost discoverability and shorten submittal cycles.
What smart next steps look like
Extend coverage to adjacent thicknesses or finishes if they fall outside today’s EPD scopes. Consider adding project‑common accessories that ride the same schedule, like trims and soffit components, so one package covers the lot. Keep internal teams aligned on where the files live and which version to submit, since a missing link still burns time even when the declaration exists. And aim for a simple intake for plant data next year so renewals stay on time, not in a scramble.
Bottom line
This is a clean, spec‑relevant debut. With EPDs now in place for core fiber‑cement lines, ETERNIT GmbH is competing on design, performance, and verified impacts. That is how bids get lighter, reviews get faster, and specifcations get won.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which product families are covered by ETERNIT GmbH’s first EPDs?
Fiber‑cement siding in Cedral Lap and Cedral Click, a Cedral Board for trims and details, corrugated fiber‑cement sheets at 6.5 mm, and a calcium‑silicate fire board used in protection assemblies.
Which program operator published these EPDs?
The declarations are verified and published by EPD Hub.
When were these EPDs first released?
The first wave was published in July 2025, with additional records following later in the year.
Do competitors already have fiber‑cement EPD coverage?
Yes. James Hardie Europe and Swisspearl Group have current EPDs in European registries. Cembrit currently shows expired EPDs, which limits use on projects that require a current declaration.
About the Author
Eric works at the intersection of sustainability, regulation, and business strategy, helping manufacturers navigate the evolving landscape of EPDs and LCAs. Having spoken with hundreds of teams across North America, brings a deep understanding of what drives ROI, what regulators are asking for, and how companies can stay ahead with smart, scalable approaches to environmental reporting.
