CBAM Compliance support
When a component of their adhesive machinery, the Fisnar dispensing consumable (steel, imported from China), was found to fall under the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) regulations, Ellsworth faced compliance challenges after enforcement action from Swedish authorities.
As an existing Valpak customer, Ellsworth sought their expertise to navigate the complexities of CBAM compliance, aligning with their sustainability goals and avoiding future penalties.
Ellsworth Adhesives’ Fisnar dispensing consumable was subject to the EU’s CBAM regulations, an obligation they were initially unaware of. A compliance letter from the Swedish Tax Authority prompted immediate action to meet reporting deadlines and address regulatory requirements.
Valpak conducted a detailed analysis to assess Ellsworth’s CBAM obligations. The assessment covered:
Through close collaboration, Valpak supported Ellsworth via:
Valpak’s engagement involved daily communication initially, transitioning to milestone-based check-ins to ensure progress.
While direct emissions reductions were not achieved in this phase, compliance positioned Ellsworth to:
Ellsworth Adhesives plans to expand compliance efforts to other EU nations and explore further sustainability initiatives. Valpak remains a trusted partner for ongoing and future regulatory support.
Valpak has proven to be an invaluable partner in helping us negotiate the complexities of CBAM (Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism) reporting. Navigating the complicated requirements of CBAM was a daunting task, but Valpak’s expertise made the process seamless and efficient. Their team were able to remove the burden of an intricate reporting process by completing it on our behalf and ensuring our compliance with the regulations.