- The EU is advancing the implementation of the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
- An Application User Manual was published on March 18, 2025, for CBAM Declarant Portal users.
- The manual targets importers of CBAM goods into the EU and their authorized representatives, as well as authorities.
- It provides guidance on using the CBAM Declarant Portal and includes definitions and instructions for data elements.
- A sample file is available for importers to understand the layout of the ZIP file to be uploaded.
- The ZIP file must be uploaded via the Upload button as described in the manual.
- The document includes instructions for creating CBAM reports in XML format, covering elements like format and optionality.
- A provisional list of National Competent Authorities for CBAM was published on April 28, 2025.
- The German authority is the Deutsche Emissionshandelsstelle in Berlin.
Source: awb-international.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
