Dear Members,
Within the scope of the attached communication shared by the Ministry of Trade, information has been provided regarding certain updates to the registry system of the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) implemented by the European Union.
As is known, the implementation phase of CBAM that entails financial obligations began as of 1 January 2026. In order to support importers in fulfilling their obligations under CBAM and in their reporting processes, several new features have been introduced to the CBAM Registry System by the European Commission.
CBAM System Updates in 5 Key Points for Our Members
The updates introduced by the European Commission to the CBAM Registry System under the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) can be summarized as follows:
1. New Authorisation Module (AMM)
A new module has been introduced to facilitate the application process for “authorised CBAM declarant” status for importers of CBAM-covered goods or indirect customs representatives.
2. Data Sharing Module for Non-EU Installations (O3CI)
Production facilities located outside the EU will be able to upload their emissions and installation data through a single system and share it with importers.
3. Easier Access to Emissions Data
CBAM declarants will be able to access emissions data of installations in third countries via the Transitional Registry.
4. Data Access via EORI Number
In order for importers to access the data uploaded to the system by their suppliers, the EORI number must be shared with the supplier.
5. New Data Monitoring and Reconciliation Tool (DRMC)
Thanks to the new data reconciliation system, the following data under CBAM can be monitored through the system:
- Product quantities
- Embedded emissions data
- CBAM certificates
- Penalties
Implications of These Updates for the Chemical Industry
These updates introduced to the CBAM registry system have several important implications for the chemical industry:
1. Increased Supply Chain Data Sharing
The sharing of emissions data from facilities exporting to the EU with importers will become more structured and streamlined.
2. Growing Importance of Emissions Data
The accurate calculation and reporting of embedded carbon emissions in products is becoming critical.
3. Need for Supplier–Importer Data Integration
Importers in the EU are expected to request more consistent and structured data from producers in Türkiye for CBAM reporting purposes.
4. Strengthening of Digital Reporting Processes
The expansion of data monitoring and reporting tools within the CBAM registry system is making digital data management increasingly important.
5. Carbon Reporting Becoming an Institutional Process
For exporting companies, it is becoming increasingly important to institutionalize emission calculation, data verification, and reporting processes.
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