Export Control & Sanctions

Regulation — Forced Labour Ban

EU Forced Labour Ban

Ending Complicity in Global Supply Chains

The European Union is ushering in a new era of accountability. With a sweeping regulation banning all products linked to forced labour, companies must now prove—not just promise—that their supply chains respect human rights.

Legal Basis
Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) + Market Regulation

Applies from: Mid-2027
Covers: All sectors, all products, regardless of origin
Enforced by: European Commission & national authorities

How Enforcement Works: The 4-Stage Process

Signal & Risk Screening

Authorities receive submissions or intelligence via the upcoming Forced Labour Single Portal. If risk is detected, a preliminary check is opened.

Formal Investigation

Suspected companies must submit detailed supply chain disclosures and due diligence records.

Shift in Burden of Proof

If evidence is insufficient—or if state-imposed labour is likely—the burden shifts. Companies must prove their supply chain is clean.

Ban, Withdrawal & Disposal

Confirmed cases lead to mandatory removal from the market and public disclosure.

ARTEM’s Due Diligence Engine:
Prove It Before You’re Asked

Compliance begins long before an investigation. With ARTEM’s “Data2Legal” framework, you build an auditable, pre-emptive defence—powered by real data.

1

Supply Chain Mapping & Risk Analysis

Identify vulnerable regions, industries, or Tier 2 suppliers using structured assessments.

2

Supplier Due Diligence Management

Collect, store, and validate social audit reports, SA8000 certificates, and anti-slavery declarations.

3

Audit-Ready Documentation Trail

Maintain a centralized, timestamped record of every due diligence step. Respond instantly if authorities request evidence.

Prepare for the New Benchmark in Corporate Responsibility

Proactive Risk Detection

Forced labour compliance isn’t just a legal box to tick—it’s a litmus test for ethical trade. With ARTEM, you can detect risk before it becomes a liability.