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CBAM cost estimator: calculate your approximate certificate cost in seconds

Before committing to any CBAM compliance tool, you need a number. The calculator below provides a quick estimate: enter your sector, country of origin and annual tonnage. CBAMCheck looks up the default value from the 13,566 official records (Reg. 2025/2621), applies the 2026 CBAM rate (2.5%, Art. 31) and the estimated EU ETS price to give you an approximate certificate cost. No registration required. The full dossier (€299) adds a 7-year interactive projection, exact CN code calculations and all 12 compliance documents.

Generate your CBAM dossier — €299Free check: does CBAM affect you?

€299 · One-time · 12 professional deliverables · Your data never leaves your browser

Built on Reg. (EU) 2023/956 · Modified by Reg. (EU) 2025/2083 · 13,566 default values (Reg. 2025/2621) · 100% browser-side — your data never leaves your device

How the CBAM cost estimate works

13,566 values
Official default values from Reg. 2025/2621 — integrated in the calculator
2.5%
CBAM rate for 2026 (Art. 31 phase-out) — rising annually to 100% by 2034
≈€75/tCO₂e
Estimated EU ETS price used for certificate cost calculation (Art. 21)

From quick estimate to full dossier

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Step 1: use the free calculator below
Select sector, country of origin, enter tonnes. The calculator returns an approximate 2026 CBAM certificate cost. No registration, no payment.
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Step 2: understand what the estimate includes
The estimate uses sector-level default values. The full dossier uses CN-code-specific values and adds the 2026–2032 projection reflecting the Art. 31 phase-out.
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Step 3: if the number matters, generate the full dossier
The calculator gives a range. The dossier gives precision: exact CN code defaults, 7-year trajectory, interactive dashboard, Art. 9 deduction analysis.
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Step 4: compare origins using the calculator
Run the calculator for different countries of origin. Default values differ significantly — the comparison may inform sourcing decisions before you buy the dossier.
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Step 5: share the estimate with management
The calculator provides a defensible first number for budget planning. The full dossier provides the documentation for compliance and audit.
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Step 6: professional pack for multi-origin comparison
The Professional Pack (70 generations) lets you generate full dossiers for every origin-sector combination in your portfolio.

Three mistakes with CBAM cost estimation

MISTAKE 1 — PAYING BEFORE ESTIMATING

Buying compliance tools without knowing the approximate cost first

Use the free calculator first. If the CBAM cost for your volumes is €500, a €299 dossier is proportionally expensive. If it's €50,000, the dossier is a rounding error.

MISTAKE 2 — TREATING THE ESTIMATE AS THE FINAL NUMBER

Using a sector-level estimate for official declaration

The calculator uses sector averages. The official declaration requires CN-code-specific calculations. The estimate is for planning; the dossier is for compliance.

MISTAKE 3 — ESTIMATING ONLY 2026

Not factoring in the phase-out escalation to 2034

The 2026 CBAM rate is only 2.5%. By 2034 it reaches 100%. A €5,000 cost in 2026 becomes €200,000 by 2034. The full dossier dashboard projects the trajectory.

What you receive: 12 deliverables in one ZIP file

CBAMCheck generates a complete CBAM compliance dossier — not a single PDF. 12 structured documents delivered as a ZIP file, each citing the specific article of Reg. (EU) 2023/956 it addresses.

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Scope Assessment

Determines whether your imports fall under CBAM and which obligations apply. Art. 2 + Art. 2a of Reg. (EU) 2023/956.

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Embedded Emissions Calculation

Calculates embedded emissions per tonne using default values from Implementing Reg. (EU) 2025/2621 or your actual data. Art. 7 + Annex IV.

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CBAM Certificate Estimation

Estimates the number of certificates required and the projected cost, adjusted for free allocation (Art. 31).

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Draft CBAM Declaration

Pre-structured declaration following Art. 6(2) requirements: quantities, emissions, certificates, carbon price.

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Carbon Price Documentation

Documents any carbon price paid in the country of origin for Art. 9 deduction. Pre-formatted for the CBAM Registry.

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Annex V Record Template

Record-keeping template compliant with Annex V requirements. Ready for verifier review.

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Verification Preparation

Structured preparation for Art. 8 verification by an accredited verifier. Annex VI checklist included.

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Supplier Letter Template

Model letter in English requesting emissions data and installation information from your third-country supplier.

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Compliance Calendar (.ics)

Importable calendar with quarterly certificate obligations (Art. 22(2)), annual declaration deadline (30 September), and key milestones.

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Executive Summary

One-page overview of your CBAM exposure: cost estimate, timeline, risk areas. Ready for management or board reporting.

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Interactive HTML Dashboard

Standalone HTML dashboard with 2026–2032 projections reflecting free allocation phase-out (Art. 31). Works offline, no subscription.

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Compliance Calendar Document

Visual calendar of all CBAM deadlines, reporting windows and certificate purchase schedules.

Generated from your input data, in your browser. No data leaves your device.

See what you get

Download a sample CBAMCheck dossier. This is a real output generated with generic data — the same 12 deliverables you will receive with your company's actual figures.

Download sample dossier (ZIP)

Generic data. Your dossier will contain your actual import figures, CN codes and emissions calculations.

Estimate your CBAM exposure

Select your sector and country of origin. CBAMCheck searches through 13,566 official records from Implementing Reg. (EU) 2025/2621 and shows the result with the 2026 mark-up included.

Quick CBAM Calculator

Average European Commission default values per sector and country of origin.

Default emissions (tCO₂e/t)
Mark-up 2026 (10%)
Total emissions with mark-up
CBAM rate 2026 (2.5%)
Estimated certificates

This is a quick estimate. Your complete dossier includes projections through 2032, an editable interactive dashboard, and 10 PDF documents.

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Average values per sector from Implementing Reg. (EU) 2025/2621. The complete dossier uses the exact CN code of your goods, not the sector average. Estimated EU ETS price: €75/tCO₂e.

What CBAM compliance costs with each alternative

FeatureFree toolCBAMCheckSaaS Enterprise
PriceFree€299 (one-time)€1,990–€4,800/year
ModelGeneric template12 professional deliverablesAnnual subscription
Default valuesNot included13,566 (Reg. 2025/2621)Partial
Interactive dashboardNoHTML, 7-year projectionPlatform-locked
Supplier letterNoEnglish template includedVariable
Art. 8 verification prepNoIncludedVariable
PrivacyVariable100% browser-sideData on server
Multi-company supportNoVia Professional PackYes

Choose your licence

1 DOSSIER
€299
/ dossier

  • 10 professional PDF documents
  • Interactive HTML dashboard (2026–2032 projection)
  • 13,566 official default values integrated
  • English supplier letter template
  • Importable .ics calendar
  • 10 regenerations · 30 days
  • 1 licence = 1 importing company
Get your individual licence →
PROFESSIONAL PACK
€1,999
70 generations · 1 key

  • 70 generations with a single key
  • 70 complete dossiers (12 deliverables each)
  • Switch product between generations
  • Ideal for customs brokers
  • For consultants billing CBAM compliance
70 interactive HTML Dashboards × product (projection 2026–2032). Real-time tables and charts with variable calculations. No technical training required. Fully intuitive.
🔒 Data stays on your computer. No information shared with third parties.
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How your licence works

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1 licence = 1 importing company. You pay €299 for the dossier you generate now. The licence is linked to your company name + EORI.
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Up to 10 regenerations of the ZIP to correct data, adjust goods or update technical information.
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30-day editing window from first activation. Within that period you can regenerate the dossier as many times as needed (up to 10).
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The downloaded dossier is yours forever. It does not expire and is not tied to any subscription. The 10 PDFs, HTML dashboard and .ics calendar remain functional offline.

The EU CBAM portal ASKS for data. CBAMCheck CALCULATES it.

THE EU CBAM PORTAL

Asks you to declare data

The EU CBAM Registry (Art. 14) requires you to submit total embedded emissions, number of certificates and carbon price documentation. It does not calculate these for you. You must arrive with the numbers ready.

CBAMCHECK

Calculates the data you need to declare

CBAMCheck takes your import data (tonnes, CN codes, country of origin) and generates the embedded emissions calculation, certificate estimation, carbon price documentation and all supporting records. You download the dossier and use it to complete your declaration in the CBAM Registry.

Enforcement: what happens when CBAM certificates are missing

Art. 26 of Reg. (EU) 2023/956 sets the penalties.

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Authorised declarant: penalty identical to EU ETS rate
EU ETS rate per certificate

Art. 26(1): an authorised CBAM declarant who fails to surrender the required certificates by 30 September faces a penalty identical to the excess emissions penalty under Art. 16(3) of Directive 2003/87/EC, increased per Art. 16(4). The penalty applies per certificate not surrendered. Payment does not release the obligation to surrender outstanding certificates (Art. 26(3)).

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Unauthorised importer: penalty 3–5 times the standard rate
3–5×

Art. 26(2): anyone introducing goods without authorisation faces a penalty of 3 to 5 times the standard penalty, depending on duration, gravity, scope, intent and cooperation. Also applies to importers exceeding the de minimis threshold (50 tonnes, Art. 2a) without authorisation (Art. 26(2a)).

Estimating CBAM costs for multiple origins, sectors and companies?

The free calculator handles quick estimates. The Professional Pack (70 generations, €1,999) produces full dossiers with 7-year projections for every combination.

Request Professional Pack →
Free calculator for estimates · €299 per dossier · Professional Pack for 70

What CBAMCheck guarantees and what it does not

CBAMCheck generates a document structured according to Art. 6 and Art. 7 + Annex IV of Regulation (EU) 2023/956 from the information you enter. The truthfulness, accuracy and completeness of that information is your responsibility as importer or authorised CBAM declarant.

We guarantee that the document structure follows Regulation (EU) 2023/956 and that the legal references cited are correct. We do not guarantee that a specific document will be accepted by a national competent authority in a specific case.

CBAMCheck is not legal advice. For specific situations, consult a lawyer or specialised regulatory consultancy.

Frequently asked questions

Is this a subscription?
No. One-time payment. The licence includes 30 days of editing and 10 regenerations. The downloaded dossier is yours forever.
Can I request a refund?
By activating the licence you give express consent for the immediate generation of digital content under Art. 16(m) of Directive (EU) 2011/83, waiving the 14-day withdrawal right. Refunds are accepted only for reproducible technical faults.
What if the regulation changes?
If the regulation changes during your licence validity, you can regenerate the document with the updated version of the generator at no extra cost.
Is the CBAM cost calculator free?
Yes. The calculator on this page estimates your approximate CBAM certificate cost using official default values. No registration, no payment. The full dossier (€299) adds precision, projections and all 12 compliance documents.
How accurate is the quick estimate?
The calculator uses sector-level default values from Reg. 2025/2621. The full dossier uses CN-code-specific values. The estimate is accurate enough for budget planning; the dossier is accurate enough for compliance.
Does the estimate include the phase-out projection?
The calculator shows the 2026 cost only. The full dossier includes a 2026–2032 interactive dashboard reflecting the Art. 31 free allocation phase-out — showing how costs escalate year by year.
⚠️ Important notice: CBAMCheck is a self-assessment documentation tool, not legal advice and not a third-party audit. The document is generated from your input data. You are responsible for the accuracy of the data you provide. CBAMCheck does not replace a qualified professional assessment.

Start with the free estimate. Generate the full dossier when the number matters.

Free calculator. 12 deliverables. 7-year projection. Interactive dashboard. All 13,566 default values. €299.

€299 one-time
12 professional deliverables · Browser-side · No subscription · Reg. (EU) 2023/956
Generate your CBAM dossier — €299