Does EPDItaly accept cradle-to-grave LCAs based on EN 15804 +A2?

Yes. EN 15804 +A2 is EPDItaly’s default template for construction products, covering modules A1–C4 and D where relevant.

Can I migrate an existing EPD from another program operator to EPDItaly?

Yes, provided the original verifier is accredited or you commission a new check. Mutual-recognition agreements can trim review time by up to 50 %.

How long does EPDItaly publication usually take once data are complete?

Most cases close in 4–6 weeks. Clean data and a responsive verifier can shorten that to under one month.

Is the EPDItaly fee schedule negotiable?

The operator publishes fixed rates each year. Volume discounts are already baked in, so negotiations focus on verifier costs, not operator fees.

Does EPDItaly issue digital EPDs for BIM integrations?

A pilot for machine-readable XML files went live in early 2025; uptake is still limited but growing.

EPDItaly: Fast-Growing Operator Under the ICMQ Banner

EPDItaly in a nutshell

EPDItaly is the Italian ECO Platform-approved program operator managed by ICMQ, a long-standing conformity-assessment body. As of June 1 2024 the program hosted 542 active EPDs and 39 PCRs, up 29 % year on year (EPDItaly, 2024). Construction materials dominate, but electronics, food packaging, and even power transformers have found a home here.

Coverage beyond Italy

Roughly one in four EPDItaly declarations comes from outside Italy, with China, Brazil, and Spain leading the pack (EPDItaly, 2024). Mutual-recognition agreements with EPDNorway, the International EPD System, and several Latin-American operators make cross-border publishing simpler. If your sales team chases Mediterranean or South-American bids, this reach matters.

How the review process works

Manufacturer uploads the LCA report and draft EPD to the EPDItaly portal.
An accredited third-party verifier—usually an LCA consultant separate from the author team—reviews for EN 15804 or EN 50693 compliance.
ICMQ performs a final conformity check and issues an approval code. Turnaround averages 4-6 weeks once the verifier has all data on hand, but we’ve seen approvals beat three weeks when datasets arrive squeaky-clean.

What it costs and what you get

EPDItaly publishes a public tariff schedule every January. Entry fees start in the low four-figure euro range and step down sharply after the third declaration, while annual maintenance tops out at €2,500 for large portfolios (EPDItaly Fee Schedule, 2025). Translation: multi-product manufacturers pay less per SKU the deeper they go. Extras like verifier honoraria and digital QR code packaging still apply.

When EPDItaly is the right choice

You need EN 15804+A2 alignment fast, but your core market is Southern Europe.
Your product lacks a dedicated PCR elsewhere, yet EPDItaly already hosts one—for instance HVAC diffusers or ceramic sanitaryware.
You value predictable fees over bundled consulting. EPDItaly separates operator costs from verification, so finance teams see a clear split.

Tips for a smooth ride

Pick a verifier familiar with Italian and English templates. Bilingual comments avoid back-and-forth delays.
Confirm PCR expiry dates; EPDItaly shocks no one by sunsetting old versions exactly on schedule.
Upload line-level energy bills instead of plant averages. ICMQ reviewers reject summary tables more often than peers—recieve plenty of flagged reports for this alone.

Quick decision checklist

Need a fast EU-ready EPD, play in Mediterranean markets, and already have high-quality LCA data? EPDItaly checks those boxes. If your sights are set on North-American federal projects or niche digital formats, compare operators, but keep this lean Italian option on the short list.