EU Parliament Expands CBAM to Cover More Aluminum and Steel Products

Published: Sep 17, 2026 09:43 (GMT+8)

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[SMM Aluminum Express News] The European Parliament has backed a major expansion of the EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) to cover downstream steel and aluminum products, moving the mechanism beyond primary and semi-finished materials into manufactured goods. Parliament adopted its negotiating position on September 15, with 464 votes in favor, 50 against and 159 abstentions. Products targeted include aluminum and steel wire, fasteners, springs and finished household goods, among a much broader list of metal-intensive products. The European Commission originally proposed adding 180 downstream steel and aluminum-intensive products from 2028, but Parliament supports an even broader scope.

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