What drives a cost estimate?
Embedded emissions
The emissions associated with the covered imported goods.
Imported quantity
The amount of covered goods included in the assessment.
Certificate price
The carbon-price input applied when estimating certificate exposure.
Applicable adjustments
Regulatory treatment and recognised carbon prices can affect the final obligation.
Use price data carefully
CBAM cost modelling should use current, traceable inputs rather than a permanently fixed number. The relevant price and calculation treatment can change over time.
Keep estimates date-specific
Record the date and source of the carbon-price assumption used in each assessment so the estimate can be reviewed later.
From price to product estimate
Certificate price alone does not determine the result. Combine it with the covered product, quantity and embedded-emissions information in the calculator.