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      What is EPR Registration?

      Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) entails the responsibility of Producers for managing their products in an environmentally sound manner until the end of their life cycle. On February 16, 2022, the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change, Government of India, introduced an amendment to the PWM Rules, which mandates that Producers, Importers, Brand-Owners (PIBOs), and Plastic Waste Processors comply with the EPR guidelines specified in Schedule II of the PWM Rules.

      As per the EPR guidelines for plastic packaging, PIBOs and Plastic Waste Processors must register on the centralized online EPR portal established by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) for Plastic Waste Management. PIBOs must obtain EPR Registration for Plastic Waste Management from the CPCB.

      For PIBOs operating in one or two states/UTs, registration with the relevant State Pollution Control Boards (SPCB/PCC) is mandatory, while those operating in more than two states/UTs must register with the CPCB.

      PIBOs must ensure that plastic waste is processed through Plastic Waste Processors (PWPs) according to an action plan to meet the designated EPR targets. They must obtain a PWP certificate based on the amount of plastic waste processed by PWPs and use these certificates to satisfy their EPR targets. Failure to comply with the PWM rules may result in the imposition of environmental compensation and disciplinary action.

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      This video covers the basics of EPR Registration which includes:

      • The definition
      • Types of stakeholders
      • Types of plastic that is under the purview of the EPR Mandate
      • Types of companies for whom it is compulsory

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      This video explains EPR Registration from the point of view of an importer. The points covered in this video includes:

      • The responsibilities of an importer under the EPR Policy
      • How is target calculated and assigned to an importer?
      • The documents required to obtain EPR Registration
      • Procedure to obtain EPR Registration for an Importer

       

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      This video exclusively covers the following two points:

      • The in-depth list of documents required for obtaining EPR Registration.
      • Step-wise procedure for obtaining EPR Registration.

      Who are required to obtain EPR Registration?

      Following entities are required to obtain an EPR registration certificate from Central Pollution Control Board:

      Producer

      The term "Producer" refers to individuals or industries engaged in the manufacture or import of carry bags, multilayered packaging, plastic sheets, or similar items. This definition also encompasses individuals or industries that use plastic sheets, covers made of plastic sheets, or multilayered packaging to package or wrap goods.

      Importer:

      An "Importer" is an individual who holds an Importer-Exporter Code (IEC) number and intends to import goods, unless exempted by specific regulations. All the importers who import not only plastic packaging products but also import products that are wrapped in plastic packaging are required to obtain EPR Registration

      Brand Owner

      The term "Brand Owner" refers to an individual or company that markets any product under a registered brand. A brand owner dealing in plastic packaging or products that are wrapped in plastic packaging are required to obtain EPR Registration.

      Plastic Waste Processors (PWPs)

      Plastic Waste Processor engaged in (a) recycling, (b) waste to energy, (c) waste to oil, and (d) industrial composting.

      What types of plastic packaging is covered under EPR Registration?

      The scope of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) covers the following plastic packaging categories:

      Category I

       

      Rigid plastic packaging

      Category II

      Single-layer or multilayer flexible plastic packaging (comprising of more than one layer of plastic with varying types of plastic), plastic sheets, covers made of plastic sheets, carry bags, plastic sachets or pouches

      Category III

      Multi-layered plastic packaging (containing at least one layer of plastic and one layer of material other than plastic)

      Category IV

      Plastic sheets or similar materials used for packaging, as well as compostable plastic carry bags.

      What are the documents required for EPR Registration

      The following documents are required for EPR registration:

      PAN, GST, CIN, IEC (for importers) of the company
      Aadhar/PAN of the authorized person
      DIC registration (if applicable)
      COVERING LETTER​
      Consents issued by SPCB/PCC (if the unit has a production facility)
      Scanned copy of signatures of authorized persons
      Process flow diagrams (for producers and plastic waste processors only)
      Geo-tagged pictures of raw material storage area, production area, product dispatch area, and plant machinery (for Plastic Waste Processors only)
      Any additional documents containing relevant information that the unit wishes to provide.

      What is the procedure for obtaining EPR Registration?

      PIBOs can obtain EPR for Plastic Waste Management by submitting an online application, along with all necessary information, documents, and application fees. The process for EPR registration is as follows:

      Day 1:
      • Collection of required information
      • Classification of Trademark Class
      • Checking availability of Trademark
      Day 3:
      • Filing of online Trademark Registration application
      • Sharing the filed application & receipt
      Day 2:
      • Preparing the required documentation
      Day 4:
      • Government processing time
      Step 1 Documentation
      • We make sure that the Documentation is complete before EPR Application. We help you in preparing all the relevant, declarations, certifications, undertakings, flow charts, presentations, statements and prepare aa file of complete documents before application.

      Step 2
      Submission of application
      • Once the documentation is complete, we submit the application with CPCB with payment of the requisite application fee.

      Step 3
      Processing of application
      • Once the application is submitted and the application fees is paid, then CPCB will process the application.

      • An officer will be assigned to the case an we will maintain regular follow-ups with the officer to clear deficiencies in the application.

      Step 4
      Grant of EPR Registration
      • Authorized officials will process the registration application within 15 days for the grant of EPR registration. Applications will be rejected if false information/documents are submitted.


      • If the application is complete, CPCB/SPCB/PCC will issue EPR registration certificates to PIBOs using a digital signature integrated into the portal.

      Frequently Asked Questions

      All you need to know before applying for EPR Registration:

      EPR refers to the responsibility of producers to manage their products in an environmentally sustainable way until the end of their life cycle.

      Yes, the EPR Guidelines were notified by the MoEF&CC on February 16, 2022, through the Fourth Amendment to Plastic Waste Management Rules 2016.

      Producers, Importers, Brand Owners, and Plastic Waste Processors involved in recycling, waste to energy, waste to oil, and industrial composting must register on the centralized portal developed by CPCB.

      PIBOs that operate in one or two states/UTs must register with the concerned SPCB/PCC.

      PIBOs that operate in more than two states/UTs must register with CPCB. Note that brand owners, including online platforms/marketplaces and supermarkets/retail chains, other than those that are micro and small enterprises as per the criteria of the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, Government of India, must refer to Section 3 & 4 of the aforementioned EPR Guidelines for more details.

      A PDF copy of the Company’s PAN, CIN & GST (the combined copies of GST invoices in all the States/UTs where the PIBO is operating) and a PDF copy of the authorized person’s PAN & Aadhar are required. Note that Proprietorship and partnership firms must provide PAN and GST numbers for registration on the EPR portal, and CIN numbers are applicable for companies registered with the Ministry of Corporate Affairs.

      The following plastic packaging categories are covered under EPR: Category I: Rigid plastic packaging, Category II: Flexible plastic packaging of a single layer or multilayer (more than one layer with different types of plastic), plastic sheets or like and covers made of plastic sheet, carry bags, plastic sachet, or pouches, Category III: Multilayered plastic packaging (at least one layer of plastic and at least one layer of material other than plastic), Category IV: Plastic sheet or like used for packaging as well as carry bags made of compostable plastics. Please refer to Section 5 of the EPR Guidelines for more information.

      Pre-consumer plastic packaging waste refers to plastic packaging waste generated in the form of rejects or discards during the manufacturing of plastic packaging and plastic packaging waste generated during the packaging of a product, including rejects and discards, before the plastic packaging reaches the end-use consumer of the product.

      Post-consumer plastic packaging waste refers to plastic packaging waste generated by the end-use consumer after the intended use of the packaging is completed and is no longer being used for its intended purpose.

      The EPR target pertains to the plastic waste introduced into the market by Producers and Importers. Please refer to Section 7 of the EPR Guidelines for more details.

      All Producers are required to submit the consents issued for their production facilities. Brand-owners who own production facilities should also submit consents.

      1. Application fees for EPR Registration of PIBOs:

      Plastic Waste Generation (Tonnes per Annum)

      Application Fee (INR)

      Less than 1,000

      10,000

      Between 1,000 to 10,000

      20,000

      More than 10,000

      50,000

       

      1. Application fees for EPR Registration of Plastic Waste Processors:

      Production Capacity Slab (Tonnes per Annum)

      Application Fee (INR)

      Less than 200

      5,000

      Between 200 to 2000

      20,000

      More than 2000

      50,000

       

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      Only entities engaged in plastic waste processing, such as recycling, co-processing, waste to energy, waste to oil, need to be registered as PWP.

      A PIBO must register both as PIBO and Recycler with the relevant documentation. Only recyclers can receive credits, and the transaction of credits to PIBO must be documented.

      If the entity falls into multiple categories, it must use a different email ID to register in each category. The company KYC documents, including the company’s PAN, GST, and CIN, must be the same for each category.

      The equivalent quantity of plastic waste is considered for the generation of EPR Certificates. The waste may be characterized to determine the actual plastic quantity. According to the report “Assessment & Characteristics of Plastic Waste generated in 60 cities” published by CPCB, the average plastic waste generation is approximately 6.92% of MSW. If the actual characterization is not available, this average plastic percentage will be considered for the purpose.

      If the entity is operating in one or more than two states/UTs, the applicant must apply for a fresh application on the portal with the same login credentials and pay the application fees as per SOP. If the entity is operating in two states/UTs, the applicant must apply for a fresh application on the portal with the same login credentials and pay the application fees as per SOP, in case the application is rejected by one or both State/UTs.

      If the concerned Brand owners are not registered on the centralized EPR portal, the producer/importer may register on the portal, and their liabilities for fulfilling the EPR target will be adjusted while filing the Annual Report on the portal.

      The entity must first register as a brand owner and provide details of its plastic waste generation, including any imported plastic. Once registered as a brand owner, the entity must also register as an importer and provide information on imported plastics and materials sold to the brand owner. By completing these steps, the firm will have zero liabilities as an importer.

      The weight of the plastic layer is the primary consideration for EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility).

      If a third-party manufacturer is not associated with a brand name, the EPR liabilities are the responsibility of the brand owners/producers to whom the products are sold.

      “Operations” refers to the sale of plastic packaging products, products with plastic packaging, carry bags, multilayered packaging, plastic sheets, or similar items in the Indian market.

      “Raw material” for brand owners and importers refers to plastic packaging products, carry bags, multilayered packaging, plastic sheets, or similar items. For producers, the raw material refers to resin/granules used in the manufacturing of carry bags, multilayered packaging, plastic sheets, or similar items.

      Yes, all PIBOs must apply to the Centralized EPR Portal and pay the necessary application fee.

      Yes, export-oriented units are exempt from fulfilling EPR obligations.

      Micro and Small category brand owners are exempt from fulfilling EPR obligations. All other entities must register on the Centralized EPR portal in accordance with the notified EPR Guidelines.tent

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