CBAM Compliance Checklist
Six steps every EU importer of carbon-intensive goods must complete before the definitive regime bites. Built by the customs compliance team at CustomsPlus®. Automated by MyCustomsInfo®.
The six things you need in place
Identify your CBAM-covered imports
Map every import against CBAM product categories: iron & steel, aluminium, cement, fertilisers, electricity, and hydrogen. Include both direct imports and goods processed through intermediaries.
Collect embedded carbon data from suppliers
Request actual embedded emissions data from each non-EU supplier. Where supplier data is unavailable, default values from EU implementing regulations apply — but they carry a cost premium you need to quantify.
Assess your Ireland exposure
If you import CBAM-covered goods through Ireland into the EU single market, you face both EU CBAM obligations and potential UK CBAM requirements from January 2027. Dual-regime exposure must be mapped now.
Establish your CBAM declarant registration
Register as an authorised CBAM declarant with the relevant national competent authority. Without registration, you cannot purchase or surrender CBAM certificates.
Build your certificate purchase strategy
CBAM certificates are priced weekly at the EU ETS carbon price. Model your certificate obligation based on import volumes and embedded emissions to budget accurately.
Prepare for 30 September 2027
The first annual CBAM declaration — covering calendar year 2026 imports — is due 30 September 2027. Build your reporting infrastructure and internal processes now, not in Q3 2027.
CustomsPlus® methodology. MyCustomsInfo® automation.
CustomsPlus® is the customs consultancy that developed the compliance methodology behind this checklist. Every step reflects real regulatory obligations under the EU CBAM Regulation (2023/956) and the UK Finance Act 2025.
MyCustomsInfo® is the platform that automates that methodology. It tracks your CBAM-covered imports, manages embedded carbon data from suppliers, generates quarterly reports, and calculates your certificate surrender obligation — so your compliance team can focus on decisions, not data collection.
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