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CBAM and the hydrogen sector

How CBAM applies to imports of hydrogen — its Annex I line under the “Chemicals” section, the threshold nuance to be aware of, and the CBAM tools that help you prepare. Informational only, not legal, tax, or customs advice.

Last updated: 2026-07-03Sources: Regulation (EU) 2023/956 (consolidated text)Regulation (EU) 2025/2083EC DG TAXUD — Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

Who it matters for

EU importers of hydrogen, their customs brokers, and advisers — including industrial-gas, energy, and chemical companies.

Covered goods in this sector

The CN groups below are the hydrogen (annex i section “chemicals”) entries listed in Annex I of the consolidated regulation, drawn from the same reviewed dataset as the goods checker. Annex I mixes whole chapters, headings, and specific codes, so always confirm your exact 8-digit CN code with the goods checker.

  • 2804 10 00Hydrogen

What to check first

  • Confirm coverage: CBAM covers hydrogen, which Annex I prints under its “Chemicals” section, shown in the covered-goods list below.
  • Note that the 50-tonne de-minimis threshold does not apply to hydrogen, so that exemption is not available for hydrogen imports (Article 2a(4)).
  • Start gathering embedded-emissions data from your hydrogen suppliers early.
  • Follow the officially published certificate price when planning cost exposure, and note the key 2026–2027 dates.

This result is generated from published official data (sources and effective dates shown above) and depends on the accuracy of your inputs. It is informational only and is not a determination of your legal obligations. Verify the final CN classification and your obligations with your customs broker or National Competent Authority.