What is the EU database of forced labour risks?
The database provides information on products and geographical areas where forced labour risks have been documented in credible, publicly available sources.
The database relies exclusively on evidence-based, independent, and verifiable information produced by international organisations, public institutions, and research or academic bodies.
The information presented is indicative rather than exhaustive and focuses on forced labour risks that have been documented as widespread and severe.
How should the database be used?
The database is intended to help economic operators, competent authorities, and other stakeholders identify forced labour risks associated with specific products and geographical areas.
- Economic operators may use the database to voluntarily assess the presence of forced labour risks in their operations and supply chains.
- The European Commission and competent authorities in EU countries may use the database as one of the sources available to assess the likelihood of a violation of the prohibition on placing products made with forced labour on the EU market.
- Other stakeholders may use the database to better understand the global landscape of forced labour risks.
