EU Carbon Border Tax CBAM Expanded — Impact on Indian Steel & Aluminium Exports


 📅 May 2026 | Source: GTRI


OVERVIEW:

European Union expands Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) to 180+ additional steel and aluminium products from January 1, 2028.


KEY HIGHLIGHTS:

- CBAM expanded from Jan 1, 2028

- 180+ steel & aluminium products added

- Carbon accounting rules tightened

- Pre-consumer scrap emissions included

- Indian exporters must comply with

  EU carbon accounting norms

- GTRI warns Indian exporters to prepare


WHO IS AFFECTED:

Indian steel and aluminium exporters targeting European Union market.


WHAT TO DO:

- Track carbon emissions in production

- Get carbon certificates ready

- Consult export consultant for CBAM compliance before 2028


Source: GTRI / Commerce Ministry