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MACF / CSR
Training Carbon Adjustment Mechanism at Borders (MACF / CSR): Understanding the legal mechanisms and requirements for optimal compliance
Understand the legal mechanisms and requirements for optimal compliance. This training gives you the operational keys: structured program, practical workshops and deliverables applicable upon return to business.
In 2026, the Carbon Adjustment Mechanism at the Border (MACF / CBAM) became an operational reality for European importers. The final phase opens up new reporting obligations, certificates to be acquired and enhanced customs controls. Controlling the device is now a strategic requirement to secure your flows and preserve your margins.
The MACF is based on specific rules: products covered by tariff species and origin, method of calculating carbon incorporated, obligations according to the status of the importer. A clear understanding of the system enables us to anticipate developments and avoid costly non-compliances.
This training allows you to move from understanding the subject to structured action, with an operational deliverable built at the end of the course.
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Type of training
Present
Duration of training
7 a.m. (1 day)
Place of training
27 chemin de Montollier 38500 VIEWON or Paris
Inter 650 € VAT / Intra : tariff on request
Why master MACF became indispensable?
Understanding the MACF principle
The actors involved are multiple: importer, Registered Customs Representative (RDE), accredited auditor, customs administration. Understanding roles and interactions is essential to driving compliance without devoting responsibility to its teams and partners.
Analyze the implementation of the MACF
The risks associated with mismanagement of the MACF are concrete: reporting risk on quarterly reports, customs risk of poor classification, commercial risk on supply contracts, risk of circumvention. This training gives you the benchmarks to identify and process them.
Assess MACF's impact on imports of the goods concerned
Without a shared methodological framework, MACF actions may be dispersed and inefficient. This training gives you the benchmarks to structure the process over time.
Divide with an operational roadmap
Clients, investors, partners and talent are increasingly attentive to the control of MACF topics by their interlocutors. A structured approach strengthens credibility and becomes a concrete argument in trade relations.
Divide with an operational roadmap
Many companies experience the MACF without mastering it and accumulate the risks: declaratory errors, poor classification, cost drifts. This training opens you up to pilot the device with method and anticipate regulatory developments.
MACF / CSR training objectives
After this day, you will be able to:
- Understanding the MACF principle
- Analyze the modalities for applying the MACF
- Assess MACF's impact on imports of the goods concerned
Who is this training for?
This training focuses on the following profiles: Purchasing Services, Customs Operations Manager, Customs Compliance Manager, International Logistics Manager, Corporate CSR Actors, International Product Manager, Import/Export Manager, Import/Export Manager.
- Procurement services
- Head of Customs Operations
- Customs Coordinator
- Responsible Customs Compliance
- International Logistics Manager
- Corporate CSR actors
- International Product Manager
- Manager Import/Export
- Import/Export Manager
Prerequisite
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge in international trade. The training is designed for participants already familiar with the customs or CSR context of their company.
Training programme
A day structured around 4 modules: Context of the Carbon Adjustment at the Border Mechanism (MACF), The operation of the MACF, Key milestones, Actors and obligations.
Background to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CAFM)
Background to the Carbon Adjustment Border Mechanism (CBM). On the agenda: Origin of the MACF and its objective.
The operation of the MACF
The operation of the MACF. On the programme: Products concerned: Identification by tariff species and origin, Method of calculation: Carbon value, formula, transport, handling, Interaction with specific customs procedures: Specific cases of application.
Key milestones
Key milestones. To the programme: Timeline of measures and deadlines.
Actors and obligations
Actors and obligations. On the Program: Importer: Responsibilities and Obligations, Registered Customs Representative (RDE): Roles and Missions, Auditor Accredited: Function and Obligations, Customs Administration: Control Role and Enforcement.
Associated risks
Related risks. Program Activity: Declarative Risk: Errors in Quarterly Reports, Certificates, Customs Risk: Poor product classification (species, origin), Commercial Risk: Issues in procurement contracts, Risk of circumvention: Non-compliance strategies.
Impact on access to the European market
Impact on access to the European market. The programme: Third country reactions: Possible adaptations to the MACF, Consumer impact: Influence on prices and product choice, Effects on free trade agreements: Impact on trade relations.
MACF in business: the urgency to act in 2026
In 2026, the Carbon Adjustment Mechanism at the Border (MACF / CBAM) became an operational reality for European importers. The final phase opens up new reporting obligations, certificates to be acquired and enhanced customs controls. Controlling the device is now a strategic requirement to secure your flows and preserve your margins.
The MACF is based on specific rules: products covered by tariff species and origin, method of calculating carbon incorporated, obligations according to the status of the importer. A clear understanding of the system enables us to anticipate developments and avoid costly non-compliances.
This training allows you to move from understanding the subject to structured action, with an operational deliverable built at the end of the course.
What distinguishes this MACF / CSR training
Beyond the programme, our active pedagogical approach and the field experience of our trainers make a difference.
Customs crossing training and CSR
This formation does not stop at theory. It guides you to the construction of an applicable operational deliverable within the following weeks.
Chaired by two experts
Customs, procurement, CSR, logistics, finance: this training provides a common framework for the various functions involved in MACF to align teams and streamline compliance.
Practical cases on your products
Quiz, practical workshops in sub-groups, situations, interactive exchanges: the pedagogy alternates methodological and technical contributions of participatory animation to anchor the learnings.
Ideal intra to align your teams
When organised intra-company, this training can be fully tailored to your sector, specific issues and maturity. Practical workshops work directly on your data to produce workable deliverables.
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Give your teams the methodological framework and operational tools to master the MACF and structure compliance.
Answers to your questions!
Who is this MACF training specifically for?
This training is intended for customs officers, customs coordinators and customs compliance managers, import/export managers, international product managers, international logistics managers or managers, procurement services and CSR actors of the company. Basic knowledge of international trade is expected.
What products are affected by MACF?
The MACF concerns imports of certain products identified by their tariff species and origin (including cement, iron and steel, aluminium, fertilizer, electricity, hydrogen). The training details the method to identify the products concerned in your catalog and estimate the associated carbon impact.
Does MACF also concern our overall CSR approach?
Yes. Beyond customs compliance, MACF is part of the decarbonization trajectory of value chains. The training addresses the link between the regulatory framework and the company's CSR approach, particularly for responsible purchasing and extra-financial reporting.
Can the training be organised intra?
Yes. The intra-company format allows you to adapt the training to your industry, specific products and your MACF maturity. The workshops work directly on your case to produce workable deliverables as soon as the team returns.
Is this training financially available?
Yes. This training is eligible for professional funding schemes, notably through OPCOs and, depending on your situation, the CPF. The International d'ACTE teams can assist you in the identification of the device suitable for your company and in the associated procedures.
Location
27 chemin de Montollier 38500 VIEWON
Capacity
Between 3 and 8 learners
Accessibility
ACTE International is sensitive to the inclusion of persons with disabilities. Our training room in Voiron is accessible to people with reduced mobility. If you have a disability, please contact Wendy NICOLAS, a disability reference, in order to prepare your participation as best as possible: w.nicolas@acte-international.com
MACF / CSR: secure your imports and your approach
In 2026, the Carbon Adjustment Mechanism at the Border (MACF / CBAM) became an operational reality for European importers. The final phase opens up new reporting obligations, certificates to be acquired and enhanced customs controls. Controlling the device is now a strategic requirement to secure your flows and preserve your margins.
Ready to master MACF? Give your teams the methodological framework and operational tools to master the MACF, secure your imports and structure compliance.