This study was developed by the European Forest Institute (EFI), with funding from the European Union's Sustainable Cocoa Programme (SCP). It was produced with the technical support of a consortium of experts in law and due diligence, composed of Preferred by Nature, Mondon Conseil International, Bureau Norme Audit (BNA) and Mr Yannick Troupah (independent expert). It is carried out through consultation and involvement of all actors in the sector, in particular the Coffee and Cocoa Council (CCC).

The study follows the EFI framework (list of indicators) and methodology.

This information has been produced in the context of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) adopted in May 2023.

The results provided are not legally binding, do not commit any actor concerned, and do not constitute legal advice. The results of this study provide recommendations that can support operators and other players in the industry in this direction.

An interactive visual (in French) has been produced to complement the reports produced as part of the study to support due diligence under the EUDR for cocoa produced in Cameroon. For more details on the background, objectives and methodology, please refer to the report on legal requirements as well as the report on due diligence recommendations.

The assessment is also published on our Sourcing Hub as well as on EFI’s Legality Navigator.