CBAM is not just another compliance formality it represents a fundamental shift in how supply chains are managed and verified. Importers must adapt and plan ahead to unforeseen costs and avoid penalties. Jan de Keijser, Customs Coordinator at Broekman Logistics, explains: “CBAM is not a simple tick-box exercise. It changes the way we look at what we import and how it was produced. For our clients, emissions data will become just as critical as HS codes and duty rates for their import cost calculations.”
Reporting: Inability to collect emissions data from suppliers can impact CBAM reporting timelines and, if not managed proactively, may result in penalties for late or incomplete submissions.
Cost Management: The purchase of CBAM certificates adds a new layer of financial planning, impacting landed cost calculations and procurement strategies.
