- The European Commission proposed changes to simplify and strengthen the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
- The proposal includes a new CBAM de minimis threshold exemption of 50 tonnes mass for small importers, mostly SMEs and individuals.
- The proposal aims to simplify compliance with CBAM obligations by simplifying the authorization of declarants, the calculation of emissions, and the management of CBAM financial liability.
- The proposal also includes measures to strengthen anti-abuse provisions and develop a joint anti-circumvention strategy with national authorities.
- The Commission will review CBAM later this year to assess its potential extension to other ETS sectors, downstream goods, and indirect emissions.
- The Commission will also examine how to help exporters of CBAM products at risk of carbon leakage.
- A legislative proposal is expected in early 2026.
Source: taxation-customs.ec.europa.eu
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