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Implementation and standard inquiries.
That is precisely why we use Decentralized Identifiers (DIDs) and IPFS. The Verifiable Credential issued by the supplier remains cryptographically valid and accessible on the decentralized ledger indefinitely, long after their internal SQL databases have been shut down.
No. The standard supports Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs). You can mathematically prove to an auditor that your assembly contains 0% restricted phthalates without actually revealing the specific polymer blend or the identity of your Tier 3 supplier.
The EU's Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) is phased. While batteries and textiles are first, industrial electronics and cabling are slated for mandatory DPP implementation between 2026 and 2030. Forward-thinking OEMs are mandating it now to future-proof 10-year infrastructure projects.