Updated for December 2025 Implementing Acts

CBAM Compliance Software
for the 2026 Definitive Phase

Calculate carbon liabilities, collect supplier emissions data, and generate audit-ready declarations for EU Regulation 2023/956.

Free tier available
EU Reg. 2023/956 compliant
No credit card required
2026 Definitive Phase Active
Last updated: 11 Jan 2026

Why Organizations Choose Import Safe-Pass

Purpose-built software for CBAM compliance management

Audit-Ready Compliance

Generate documented evidence trails for every calculation. If the software says you're compliant, you have the records to prove it.

Supplier Data Collection

Send secure portal links to suppliers. They input emissions data directly—no more spreadsheet exchanges or email chains.

Automatic Updates

EU emission factors and regulatory thresholds update quarterly. Our system stays current so you never file with outdated data.

Confidential Data Handling

Suppliers can share verified emissions without exposing trade secrets. You get the CO₂ intensity values you need for compliance.

Built for Your Role

Purpose-built features for logistics, finance, and customs teams

Supply Chain & Logistics

Verify HS codes, collect supplier data, and validate shipments before customs clearance.

  • HS code lookup against CBAM Annex I categories
  • Supplier data templates with secure portal links
  • Pre-clearance validation for missing documentation

Finance & Controlling

Budget for CBAM certificates with real-time cost projections linked to ETS prices.

  • Carbon liability calculator with live ETS pricing
  • Quarterly cost forecasts and certificate planning
  • Full audit trail for Article 22 compliance

Customs Brokers

Scale CBAM services across multiple clients with multi-tenant dashboards.

  • Bulk XML generation for EU Registry submissions
  • White-label supplier portals per client
  • Consolidated reporting with per-client views

December 2025 Implementing Acts

Updated for New Regulations

Five new implementing acts released December 17, 2025. Our platform integrates all requirements.

Free Allocation Adjustments

Automatic application of 2026 adjustment factors to reduce certificate liability for eligible goods.

Authorisation Validation

Pre-submission compliance checking against December 2025 technical standards for declarant applications.

Certificate Pricing

Real-time tracking of EU ETS auction prices for accurate certificate cost calculations.

Registry XML Generation

Compliant XML payload generation per the official December 2025 schema specifications.

2026 Compliance Timeline

Key deadlines for the transition from transitional to definitive period

Step 1Jan 31, 2026

Final Transitional Report

Submit Q4 2025 quarterly CBAM report under transitional rules.

Step 2Mar 31, 2026

Declarant Application

Apply for Authorised CBAM Declarant status with your National Competent Authority.

Step 3Throughout 2026

Data Collection

Collect and verify supplier emissions data. No EU submissions, but records must be audit-ready.

Step 4Feb 1, 2027

Certificate Purchases

CBAM certificate sales begin. Purchase certificates for 2026 embedded emissions.

Dates per EU Regulation 2023/956 and December 2025 Implementing Acts. Verify specific requirements with your National Competent Authority.

Built for Your Entire Team

Finance, Logistics, Compliance, or Audit — Import Safe-Pass gives everyone the tools they need for CBAM compliance.

Article 22 Compliance

Never Miss the 80% Threshold

Real-time tracking ensures you always have enough certificates surrendered.

80%Surrendered

2,450

certificates

2,100

certificates

Sep 30

2026

On Track: Ahead of Q3 surrender deadline.

Smart Calculation Engine

Time-Travel Calculation Engine

Regulations change. Our engine adapts. We automatically apply the correct Emission Factors based on your shipment date—so you never underpay or overpay.

Interactive Demo

CN Code: 72061000 (Iron)

Real-time calculation

Select Shipment Date to see the calculation change:

Applying Transitional Period Defaults (Regulation (EU) 2023/1773)

Direct (Scope 1)

1.85

tCO2e/t

Indirect (Scope 2)

0.12

tCO2e/t

Total Embedded

1.97

tCO2e/t

Example Impact: For a 100-tonne shipment at €80/tCO2e:

15,760

Estimated CBAM liability

Date-Aware Switching

Automatically detects the regulatory period based on your shipment date and applies the correct emission factors.

Penalty Rate Warnings

Alerts you when Definitive Period defaults apply, encouraging you to obtain actual supplier data to reduce costs.

Audit-Ready Documentation

Every calculation includes the legal basis and regulation reference for compliance verification.

Customs Mirror Mode

See What the Officer Sees

Don't guess if your paperwork works. Our engine simulates the official Customs Risk Analysis. Fix "Red Flag" errors before your truck reaches the border.

Your Declaration Data

CBAM Declarant IDCBAM-DE-2026-00001234
EORI NumberDE123456789000
CN Code72061000
Declared Emissions1.85 tCO2e/t
Origin CountryChina
Entry PointRotterdam (NL000800)
EU

Customs Officer View

Risk Analysis Simulation • Art. 25

PRE-CLEARED

LOW Risk

All checks passed

Declaration meets CBAM requirements

Simulated based on Dec 2025 Implementing Act criteria

Pre-Clearance Visibility

See exactly what Customs sees before your goods arrive. No more guessing if your paperwork is complete.

Red Flag Detection

Instantly identify missing authorisation, invalid CN codes, or suspicious emission data that would trigger holds.

Resolution Guidance

Get specific Article references and actionable steps to resolve each issue before submission.

Try the Pre-Clearance Check

Based on Article 25, Regulation (EU) 2023/956

How It Works

Three steps to CBAM compliance

1

Upload Data

Import supplier sheets or use the standard EU Excel template. We parse emissions data automatically.

2

Review & Verify

Our engine validates against Article 22 requirements and flags missing fields or invalid CN codes.

3

Generate XML

Export compliant files for the EU CBAM Registry. Pro tiers include supplier data collection.

Note: Authorised CBAM Declarant status must be obtained from your National Competent Authority before importing in the Definitive Period.

Free Tool

CBAM Exemption Calculator

Assess de minimis exemption status and CBAM reporting obligations

Calculator preview

Preliminary assessment includes:

  • De minimis threshold check
  • CN code classification lookup
  • Commodity category validation
  • Downloadable assessment summary

Free to use. Provides preliminary guidance only—not a legal determination.

De Minimis Exemption Rules

Article 2(3) exempts shipments with intrinsic value below €150

Exempt

Below €150 threshold

  • Shipment intrinsic value under €150
  • Excluded from liability calculations
  • Maintain records for 4 years

Per Article 2(3) of Regulation (EU) 2023/956

Full CBAM

€150 or more

  • Collect audit-ready emissions data
  • Purchase certificates by May 31 annually
  • Penalties up to €50/tonne CO₂

Article 27: Artificial splitting of consignments is prohibited

Consult your customs advisor for definitive compliance requirements.

PDF Document
2026 CBAM Definitive Phase
Compliance Requirements Overview
EU Regulation 2023/956

2026 CBAM Definitive Compliance Guide

Regulatory Overview

2026 CBAM Compliance Guide

A structured overview of requirements for the transition from Transitional Phase to the Definitive Period, including planning thresholds and exemption criteria.

  • Transitional vs. Definitive Period comparison
  • Article 2(3) De Minimis exemption criteria
  • Planning thresholds and timelines
  • Supplier communication requirements

Corporate email required for verification.

Pricing

Start free. Upgrade as your compliance requirements grow.

Lite

€0/ forever

For small importers tracking basic liability

  • Liability tracking dashboard
  • De Minimis exemption toggle
  • CN Code Annex I validator
  • Due diligence PDF export
  • Email support

Pro

Popular
€990/ per year

or €99/month flexible access

For importers collecting supplier emissions data

  • Everything in Lite
  • Supplier data portal
  • Multi-language forms (EN/ZH)
  • XML Registry export
  • Quarterly declaration generation
  • Priority support

Enterprise

Custom/ contact sales

For high-volume importers requiring automation

  • Everything in Pro
  • ERP data import support
  • Bulk CSV/API imports
  • Direct Registry sync
  • Unlimited team members
  • Dedicated account manager

CBAM reporting is performed quarterly. Annual coverage ensures continuity across all reporting periods.

All tiers include compliance features verified against EU Regulation 2023/956.

Fits Into Existing Workflows

Import Safe-Pass accepts CBAM-relevant data through standard exports or API-based interfaces from established ERP environments.

Standard Exports

CSV, XLSX, and XML files from enterprise systems

Template Upload

EU CBAM reporting template with auto-mapping

API Data Exchange

Controlled API interfaces for automated data transfer

Secure Data Processing

Data extracted from enterprise systems is processed using industry-standard encryption. SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 compliant.

CSVXLSXXMLJSONREST APIEU Template

Enterprise tier includes dedicated support for custom data formats and automated workflows.

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