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Extended Producer Responsibility

EPR Registration Services

Complete compliance solutions for plastic waste, e-waste, and battery waste producers, importers, and brand owners across India.

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Understanding EPR

What is Extended Producer Responsibility?

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a policy approach under which producers, importers, and brand owners are held responsible for the environmental impact of their products throughout the product's lifecycle โ€” including end-of-life collection and management.

In India, EPR is mandated by the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change (MoEFCC) under specific waste management rules, enforced by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

Failure to register or meet EPR targets can result in heavy penalties, legal notices, and business disruption.

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EPR Registration Categories

We provide end-to-end EPR compliance for all three mandatory categories in India.

Who Needs EPR Registration?

๐Ÿญ Producers / Manufacturers

  • Companies manufacturing plastic-packaged products
  • EEE (Electronic & Electrical Equipment) manufacturers
  • Battery manufacturers in India
  • Automotive battery producers

๐Ÿšข Importers

  • Importers of goods with plastic packaging
  • Importers of electronic devices & appliances
  • Importers of all types of batteries
  • E-commerce importers of branded goods

๐Ÿท๏ธ Brand Owners (BOs)

  • Brands selling products with plastic packaging
  • White-label product companies
  • Online marketplaces & D2C brands
  • Retail chains with private labels

โš ๏ธ Penalties for Non-Compliance

  • Environmental Compensation (EC) charges
  • Legal notices from CPCB / SPCB
  • Court proceedings & business closure risk
  • Reputational & business disruption damage

EPR Registration Process

1

Applicability Check

We assess your products & business type to determine exact EPR category.

2

Document Prep

Complete document checklist provided & verified by our experts.

3

Portal Registration

Application filed on CPCB's EPR portal with all required details.

4

CPCB Review

We handle all queries from CPCB and expedite approval.

5

Annual Compliance

Ongoing target filings, annual returns, and renewal support.

EPR FAQs

Is EPR registration mandatory for all businesses?+

EPR registration is mandatory for all producers, importers, and brand owners (PIBOs) who manufacture, import, or sell products with plastic packaging, electronic equipment, or batteries in India โ€” regardless of company size. Even small and medium enterprises using plastic packaging must comply.

What are CPCB EPR targets and how are they calculated?+

CPCB sets annual collection/recycling targets as a percentage of the quantity of waste introduced by the producer into the market. These targets increase progressively each year. For plastic waste, the target started at 25% in 2021-22 and is increasing to 100% by 2024-25. Our team calculates your exact targets based on your annual production/import data.

What happens if I miss the annual EPR filing deadline?+

Missing deadlines or failing to meet EPR targets results in Environmental Compensation (EC) charges levied by CPCB. These can be significant โ€” up to โ‚น10,000 per tonne of shortfall. Repeated non-compliance can lead to show-cause notices, legal action, and website blacklisting. We help ensure you never miss a deadline.

Can InteLegal handle EPR compliance for multiple states?+

Yes! EPR registration is done centrally on the CPCB national portal, covering your operations pan-India. However, some states have additional SPCB requirements, which our team handles seamlessly.

What is a PRO and do I need one?+

A Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) is a registered entity that helps producers fulfill their EPR collection targets. Producers can either set up their own collection system or affiliate with a CPCB-registered PRO. InteLegal can help you identify the best approach and connect you with authorized PROs.

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Don't wait for a CPCB notice. Get registered and stay compliant with InteLegal's expert guidance.

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