- The EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will be implemented on 1 October 2023.
- CBAM aims to prevent carbon leakage by imposing a carbon price on imported carbon-intensive goods.
- The transition period for the EU CBAM will begin on 1 October 2023, with full implementation expected by 1 January 2026.
- Initially, the CBAM will apply to products such as iron and steel, aluminium, cement, fertilisers, electricity, and hydrogen.
- Importers or indirect customs representatives will be responsible for reporting information and meeting compliance obligations.
- The UK government is considering implementing a similar measure to address carbon leakage, but the response to the consultation is still pending.
Source: taxscape.deloitte.com
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