Updated on June 19, 2025 02:53:21 PM
EPR stands for ‘Extended Producers Responsibility’ and caters to the plastic waste produced by the producers, importers and brand owners (PIBOs) throughout the pre-consumer and post-consumer stages to ensure that it gets disposed of properly. The Extended Producers Responsibility (EPR) was introduced by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) of India for management of different categories of waste. The EPR ensures that producers, importers and brand owners (PIBOs) implement configurative measures to curb compostable plastic waste in accordance with the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2022.
The PIBOs are required to recycle, re-use and dispose of compostable plastic waste generated by their products to meet the annual target of CPCB EPR registration and comply with the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2022. We, the team of Professional Utilities, assist the producers, importers and brand owners (PIBOs) file for online EPR Registration Process with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) or State Pollution Control Board (SPCB). The PIBOs will be issued an EPR Registration certificate without any inconvenience and in a timely manner.
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Table of Content
| EPR Registration for plastic packaging | Details |
|---|---|
| Duration for EPR Certificate Issuance | 25 to 30 days |
| EPR Registration fees for Plastic (Govt.) | Plastic waste generation in (TPA) For Less than 1000 TPA: ₹10,000 Between 1000 to 10000 TPA: ₹20,000 For more than 10000 TPA: ₹50,000 |
| Renewal and Validity of Plastic EPR Authorization | New EPR registration is valid for 1 year and renewed certificate is valid up to 3 years |
| Renewal Fee for CPCB EPR Registration for Plastic | The renewal fee for EPR registration is the same as the application fee. |
| Cost for filing EPR annual Returns (Govt.) | 25% of initial EPR authorization fees |
| Mode of Application for EPR Registration | Online Application |
The Compostable Plastics go through the process of degradation biologically during their composition to yield carbon dioxide, water, inorganic compounds and biomass in a consistent flow as other known compostable materials, and it excludes conventional petroleum-based plastics. The Compostable plastic waste does not emit any visible, distinguishable or toxic remnants in the environment.
The PIBOs are required to take configurative measures to recycle, re-use and dispose of the compostable plastic waste with adherence to the Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2022. The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has mandated the EPR registration certificate for PIBOs to manage the compostable plastic waste generated during pre-consumer and post-consumer phases.
Producers, importers and brand owners (PIBOs) benefit from EPR registration which encourages them to manage the compostable plastic waste generated by their products. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) registration is mandatory for PIBOs to ensure proper management of compostable plastic waste and make the environment sustainable. EPR registration certificate allows PIBOs to manage compostable plastic waste to benefit from better brand image, gain advantage against competitors for their commitment to the environment sustainability and gain acknowledgement from consumers, investors and regulatory bodies.
PIBOs can apply for the certificate of authorization to manage compostable plastic waste of CPCB EPR registration by the following four steps.
Name, start date, location, owner and related details of the company.
Details about Liquid waste or chemical waste generated.
Amount of compostable plastic waste generated.
EPR action plans for compostable plastic waste management.
PIBOs may implement EPR action plans after successfully registering with the CPCB/SPCBs and focus on completing the annual EPR target to avoid being penalized.
PIBOs must comply with the CPCB guidelines and manage the compostable plastic waste with EPR authorized Plastic waste processors (PWPs). The Plastic waste processors certificate has been mandated for the importers and it is issued based on amount of waste which is processed by PWPs.
EPR registration certificate to manage compostable plastic waste will only be issued to PIBOs who submit all the above listed documents without any failure or disparity.
Note: The application will commence after around 15 days of successful registration with CPCB or respective SPCP/PCCs authorities.
PIBOs who wish to get the certificate of authorization to manage compostable plastic waste have to pay the below tabulated fees (determined by the quantity of waste produced by PIBOs annually) while filing the EPR registration.
| Plastic Waste Generated Annually | EPR Registration Fees |
|---|---|
| Less than 1000 TPA | Rs 10,000 |
| Between 1000 to 10000 TPA | Rs 20,000 |
| More than 10000 TPA | Rs 50,000 |
Note : The EPR registration fees displayed in the table above are the government fees of the CPCB or respective SPCP/PCCs authorities.
EPR registration provides the PIBOs the following benefits to encourage them for management of compostable plastic waste generated during pre-consumer and post-consumer phases:
PIBOs with EPR registration certificate have to abide by the CPCB guidelines in order to avoid being penalized or face legal consequences for non-compliance.
PIBOs can utilize recycling facilities and infrastructure for waste management and avoid spending on waste management processes.
PIBOs get recognition in the market against competitors and are preferred by environmentally conscious consumers and they maintain a healthy relationship with the regulatory bodies.
Disposal and recycling of the compostable plastic waste with adherence to CPCB guidelines conserves natural resources and environment.
Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) rules and guidelines have to be abided by the PIBOs otherwise their EPR registration will be canceled or suspended . Some of the potential actions for non-compliance are listed below.
Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs) must adhere to the following compliance requirements to maintain their EPR registration and avoid regulatory action:
At Professional Utilities, we leverage our industry knowledge and expertise to help businesses navigate complex regulations, minimize risks, and optimize operations for maximum efficiency and profitability.
Frequently Asked Questions
The EPR certification ensures that compostable plastic waste generated by the PIBOs during pre-consumer and post-consumer phases is managed and disposed of properly.
No, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) do need the EPR registration certificate as per the PWM rules.
Compostable Plastics is processed for degradation biologically to yield carbon dioxide, water, inorganic compounds and biomass in a consistent flow as other known compostable materials.
The EPR registration fees to manage compostable plastic waste management is determined by the amount of waste produced by PIBOs annually during pre-consumer and post consumer phases.
| Plastic Waste Generated Annually | EPR Registration Fees |
|---|---|
| Less than 1000 TPA | Rs 10,000 |
| Between 1000 to 10000 TPA | Rs 20,000 |
| More than 10000 TPA | Rs 50,000 |
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