Sourcing cocoa from Sabah
Sabah is a significant cocoa producing region within Malaysia. When sourcing from this region, EUDR requires specific geolocation data identifying the production plots.
Geolocation requirements
Your due diligence statement must include GPS coordinates for production land in Sabah. For plots over 4 hectares, polygon coordinates defining the boundaries are required.
Regional considerations
- Verify supplier certifications specific to Sabah
- Confirm production dates relative to the December 2020 cut-off
- Document the supply chain from Sabah to point of export
- Assess regional deforestation risk factors