Question 1

What is a Digital Product Passport (DPP) for fashion?

Accepted Answer

A Digital Product Passport (DPP) is a structured digital record containing sustainability, supply chain, and circularity data for a product. Required by the EU ESPR regulation for textiles and apparel from 2027–2028, it enables consumers and regulators to access verified product information via a GS1 Digital Link QR code.

Question 2

When do fashion brands need to comply with EU DPP regulations?

Accepted Answer

ESPR delegated acts for textiles, apparel, and footwear are expected 2027–2028. The EU Battery Regulation DPP deadline is February 18, 2027. CSDDD due diligence obligations apply from 2027 for large companies. Non-compliance carries fines of up to 5% of global annual turnover.

Question 3

What is CSDDD and how does it affect fashion brands?

Accepted Answer

The Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) requires large EU fashion companies to identify, prevent, and mitigate human rights and environmental risks in their supply chains. Non-compliance can result in fines of up to 5% of global net turnover.

Question 4

How much does PIMBA cost?

Accepted Answer

PIMBA offers a free plan (1 product DPP), a Growth plan at €99/month (up to 100 SKUs), and a Pro plan at €590/month (unlimited SKUs, full CSDDD + ESPR + DPP suite). Enterprise pricing is available for multi-brand groups.

Question 5

What is ESPR and which products does it cover?

Accepted Answer

The Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) sets EU-wide sustainability requirements for products including textiles, apparel, and footwear. It mandates Digital Product Passports so consumers and regulators can access environmental and circularity data. Delegated acts for fashion are expected 2027–2028.

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