Everything you need to know about CBAM

What is CBAM?
CBAM stands for Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, or emissions correction at Europe's external border. The CBAM regulation is a new instrument introduced by the European Commission as part of the drive for a more sustainable economy. CBAM supports the operation of the European Emissions Trading Scheme (EU ETS).

Why CBAM?
The CBAM is designed to correct emissions generated during the production of goods outside the EU when they are imported into the EU. Its purpose is to help prevent European companies from moving their production to countries with less stringent CO2 regulations while ensuring fair competition between European companies and those outside the EU. This is necessary because many European companies face strict rules about their CO2 emissions and/or have to pay for their CO2 emissions.

How does CBAM work?
CBAM applies to goods in the categories: iron and steel, cement, fertilizers, aluminum, electricity and hydrogen. Anyone importing these "CBAM goods" with a value of more than 50 tonnes per importer per year into the European Union is subject to CBAM.

How can you comply with CBAM?
At Rotra, our in-house customs department specializes in assisting our customers in complying with CBAM regulations.
Rotra has developed a CBAM-reporting system with all CBAM transactions handled by Rotra on behalf of your company for the purpose of simple and quick completion of the CBAM register. You will automatically receive these periodically from us with you determining the frequency (monthly or quarterly).

For more information on CBAM or for full guidance on your CBAM reporting please contact us.