CBAM Calculator for Aluminium
Aluminium carries some of the highest embedded emissions per tonne — small volumes, big certificate costs.
Example value — check this week’s official EU ETS auction average
Share of emissions you buy certificates for, as EU ETS free allowances phase out.
| Goods | Category | Tonnes | tCO2e / t | Remove |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Intensities are editable examples — replace with your verified values or official defaults.
Estimation tool for planning and education only — not legal, tax or compliance advice. Official default values, certificate prices and methodology are published by the European Commission; always verify against the official sources before filing or pricing contracts. See data sources & methodology
About cbam calculator for aluminium
Primary aluminium is one of the most carbon-intensive commodities CBAM covers, and per-tonne intensities can be an order of magnitude above steel depending on the electricity mix behind smelting.
That cuts both ways: recycled-content aluminium with a cleaner grid can carry a fraction of the exposure. If you export profiles, sheets or foil, the intensity input is the single most valuable number you can negotiate — replace the example value with verified data.
Frequently asked questions
Is recycled aluminium treated differently?
Emissions intensity is what matters: remelt routes with cleaner electricity typically report far lower specific embedded emissions than primary smelting, directly reducing CBAM exposure.
What intensity should I enter?
Start with the example to see mechanics, then replace it with your installation’s verified value or the official default for your CN code before using the number commercially.
Is my data uploaded anywhere?
No. The calculator is a static page — parsing, math and the report all happen in your browser. There is no server-side form handler at all.
How accurate is the estimate?
The arithmetic is exact; the inputs carry the uncertainty. Certificate prices move weekly, intensities vary by installation, and rules evolve — hence the range and the disclaimers.
Is this legal or compliance advice?
No. It is an estimation and education tool. Official rules, default values and prices are published by the European Commission; verify before filing or contracting.