From Jan 2026
Europe puts a carbon price on your exports.
If you export carbon-intensive iron & steel, aluminium, cement, fertilisers, chemicals (hydrogen), or electricity to your EU clients, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will directly hit your costs as it is unavoidable.
The choice is simple: Act now to measure, cut, and comply or risk your margins, buyers, and market access.
Industries Impacted
Warning: EU is actively considering expansion to copper, zinc, and downstream products. Your supply chain will be next.
The Risk in Numbers
2026
Wake-up Call
2030
Margin Killer
2034
Business Builder
ETS Price T/co2e
€80/tCO₂e
CBAM Factor
48.5%
Penalties
2025
€10–€50/t for missing reports.
2026+
~€100/t for failing to surrender.
Disclaimer: All figures are indicative and subject to change based on evolving market dynamics. Costs multiply 20x in just 4 years.
Why You Must Act Early
Why Bharat Carbon
Purpose-Built Tech
Automated carbon accounting platform aligned to EU CBAM Annex IV.
Embedded Intelligence
Shipment-level CBAM cost modelling, real-time EU-ETS price feeds, automated MRV.
Supply Chain Integration
Scope 1 & 2 data captured across plants and suppliers with instant verification.
Audit-Ready
Generate importer-ready compliance packs, evidence for deductions, and annual surrender plans.
Proven Track Record
Deep expertise across mining, metals, cement, and heavy industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who pays CBAM - exporter or importer?
Can I use EU default values?
Only during the transitional phase (until Dec 2025). From 2026, verified actuals are mandatory. Defaults are set high – meaning you always pay more.
Which emissions are covered?
- Iron & Steel, Aluminium, Hydrogen → Direct (Scope 1) in 2026.
- Cement & Fertilisers → Direct + Indirect (Scope 1 + Scope 2 electricity) in 2026.
- Expect wider coverage as the EU tightens rules.
Will India’s policies reduce my CBAM cost?
What happens if I don’t comply?
- Penalties up to €100/tCO₂e.
- EU customs may reject imports without an authorised declarant.
- Buyers will drop non-compliant suppliers to protect themselves.