Navigate CBAM for

Iron and Steel
Exporters

Iron and steel products account for nearly 50% of all CBAM-covered imports. With emissions ranging from 0.6 to 2.2 tCO₂ per tonne of steel, accurate precursor mapping and EU-approved reporting methodology is essential to protect your profit margins.

Specialized mapping for BF-BOF, EAF, and DRI production routes
Accurate reporting for CN Chapters 72 and 73 (tubes, pipes, structures)
Rigorous calculation of complex precursors like pig iron and ferro-alloys
Zero-emission allocation strategies for steel scrap

Estimate Your Liability

Calculate potential definitive phase costs based on your process.

Estimated Tax Exposure (at €85/t)

€51

Annual Export Volume (Tonnes)

Primary Production Route

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18.5M+

Tonnes of Steel Assessed

72 & 73

CN Chapters Mastered

100%

EU Compliance Rate

Penalties Incurred

Hard Facts: Steel Exports to the EU

Steel processing is highly scrutinized under CBAM due to its significant global carbon footprint. Understanding the math is critical.

~2.1 tCO₂ per Tonne

The global average for traditional BF-BOF steelmaking is over 2 tonnes of CO₂ per tonne of steel. Without accurate mitigation and reporting, this can generate over €175 per tonne in CBAM taxes.

Scrap is Zero-Rated

Under CBAM methodology, steel scrap is considered to have zero embedded emissions. Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) operators heavily utilizing scrap can dramatically lower their reported totals if documented correctly.

Complex Precursors

Reporting isn't just about your facility. For finished goods (CN 73), you must trace the emissions of all precursors bought from Tier-2 suppliers—including pig iron, DRI, and specific ferro-alloys.

CBAM Sectors We Cover

Our experts specialize in calculating and reporting embedded emissions for all carbon-intensive sectors regulated under the EU CBAM.

Iron Steel

Aluminum

Cement

Fertilizers

Chemicals

Electricity

Our Iron & Steel Reporting Framework

A precise methodology designed to unpack the complexities of heavy metallurgy.

Step 01

Precursor & Raw Material Mapping

We analyze your bill of materials to identify which inputs (like pig iron or specific alloys) carry embedded emissions under CBAM, and which (like raw iron ore and scrap) do not.

Step 02

Direct Emission Calculations

We extract data from your fossil fuel consumption, calcination processes (if using limestone/dolomite), and reducing agents (coke/coal) specifically mapped to your furnace type.

Step 03

Indirect Energy & Grid Allocation

For highly electrified processes like EAF induction, we calculate your indirect emissions using specific grid factors or Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs).

Step 04

Quarterly EU CBAM Registry Filing

We normalize this heavy data into the precise XML schematic demanded by the EU Transitional Registry, saving your administrative team hundreds of hours.

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CBAM reporting felt very complicated at first, but their team made everything simple and easy to understand. They handled compliance smoothly and ensured we met all requirements on time. Highly recommended for anyone dealing with CBAM regulations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about CBAM and our services.

Which Iron & Steel products are covered under CBAM?

Most products falling under CN Chapters 72 (Iron and Steel) and 73 (Articles of Iron or Steel) are covered. This includes raw pig iron, direct reduced iron, rolled products, tubes, pipes, and some structures. Notably, iron ore and certain ferro-alloys are currently excluded.

How is steel scrap treated in emission calculations?

Under the EU CBAM rules, steel scrap is assigned zero embedded emissions. This significantly benefits electric arc furnace (EAF) producers who use high ratios of scrap, provided they can properly document the input ratios and exclude those volumes from their carbon calculations.

What if I buy steel from a mill and just fabricate it?

If you manufacture “downstream” products (like steel pipes or fasteners) from steel coils bought elsewhere, you must report the embedded emissions of the purchased steel (the precursor) plus any additional direct/indirect emissions from your own fabrication process.

What happens if we can't get data from our steel suppliers?

During the later transitional phase and the definitive phase, failing to gather actual, verified precursor data forces you to use the EU’s “default values,” which are purposefully set at the highest emitting deciles to penalize non-compliance. This will drastically increase your tax liability.