Epr Registration For E- Waste Management

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EPR E-WASTE - Overview

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) refers to the Producer and manufacture’s responsibility for taking care of a product and ensuring its environmentally friendly management throughout its entire life. EPR is essentially a waste management concept that encourages producer and manufactures to create products and manufacturing methods that are eco-friendly and easily recyclable. Here, producers are individuals or entity involved in selling electrical and electronic equipment. This includes those who Make and sell these products under their own brand, or Sell assembled products under their brand made by others, or Sell imported electrical and electronic equipment, or Import used electrical and electronic equipment.

According to the EPR E-Waste (Management) Rules of 2022 the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Framework is a set of rules for handling electronic waste. These rules apply to four types of entities: manufacturers, producers, refurbishers, and recyclers. To follow these rules, these entities must register on an online portal created by the Central Pollution Control Board. If an entity falls into more than one category, they need to register separately for each. It's not allowed for any entity to conduct business without being registered. Additionally, entities on the portal can only work with others who are also registered, and not with those who are not. Now talking about their responsibilities they need to follow as given below:

EPR Registration For Manufacturer's Responsibilities:

They have to ensure that they will recycle and fulfill the EPR compliance with the registered recyclers.

Submit annual and quarterly returns on the portal by the end of the following month.

EPR Registration For Producer's Responsibilities:

EPR For Refurbisher's Responsibilities:

Ensure refurbished equipment complies with relevant standards.

Submit annual and quarterly returns on the portal by the end of the following month.

EPR For Bulk Consumer's Responsibilities:

Ensure e-waste is given to registered producers, refurbishers, or recyclers.

EPR For Recycler's Responsibilities:

Register on the portal.
Follow standards for facility and recycling processes set by the Central Pollution Control Board.
Recycler will fulfill the EPR compliance of the producer and manufacturers.
Keep records of e-waste activities on the portal and provide them for verification when needed.
Accept non-listed e-waste for recycling if it doesn't contain radioactive material, reporting it on the portal.

EPR Registration Type

Benefits Of Epr Registration Certificate

EPR Reduces Production Costs:

EPR encourages recycling and reusing electronic waste, allowing manufacturers to save on raw materials and production costs by utilizing recycled materials.

Eco-Friendly Waste Management:

EPR ensures environmentally friendly management of electronic, plastic, or battery waste, safeguarding the environment from harm through proper disposal and recycling practices.

Enhanced Product Reputation:

Obtaining EPR Authorization from the Pollution Control Board acts as a seal of approval, signaling that the product is responsible and eco-friendly, thereby boosting its reputation and brand image in the market.

Promoting Sustainable Development:

EPR, focused on sustainability, reduces waste generation and minimizes the misuse of natural resources by recycling and reusing electronic, plastic, or battery waste. This commitment contributes to sustainable development and protects the planet for future generations. The EPR registration certificate underscores a company's dedication to responsible and sustainable business practices.

EPR Registration Process For E-WASTE

The EPR Registration Process for EPR includes several steps, such as:

Application Process:
- Producers need to apply for registration on the portal.
- Only online applications will be accepted; no physical applications will be considered.
- The application must be submitted through the designated portal at
Registration Validity:
- The registration will be valid for five years from the date of issuance of the EPR Registration Certificate for the producer.
- Producers must apply for renewal 120 days before the registration expires.
Application Requirements:
- To obtain registration, producers must provide basic information along with details of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) placed in the market each financial year, specified by weight and covering the average end of life of their products.
- Producers need to submit self-declarations for RoHS compliance and ensure availability of documents as per EN 50581.
- Details of the awareness plan, as per Rule 6(3), must also be submitted.
Processing and Approval:
- Once an application is received on the portal, officials from the concerned Division of CPCB will review it.
- The application will be processed internally and submitted through the portal to the Competent Authority, CPCB, for approval.
- Upon approval, the Registration Certificate containing the EPR Registration Number, list of EEE, and EPR obligations will be issued to the producer through the portal.
Communication of Certificate:
- The Registration Certificate, including the Registration Number and EPR obligations, will be communicated through the portal to the producers.
Incomplete Applications:
- In case of an incomplete application, all shortcomings will be communicated through the portal to the producer within 25 working days.
- The producer has to respond within 07 working days through the portal.
- After receiving the reply, the application will be processed as described in point (4) above.
Two-Part Submission:
- The registration process involves submitting information in two parts, namely Part A and Part B.
Issuing Registration:
- The CPCB (Central Pollution Control Board) will provide registration within 30 working days after receiving a complete application on the registration portal.
Verification and Response:
- If an application is incomplete, the CPCB may review it within 25 working days and share a digital checklist of shortcomings through the portal.
- The checklist will be issued by the relevant CPCB division, and producers can view it by logging into the portal with their credentials.
Clarifications in EPR Camp:
- Producers will have designated time slots in the EPR Camp, where they can discuss and seek clarification on the digital checklist through video conferencing.
Granting Registration:
- The CPCB may approve registration on the portal and issue the EPR Registration Certificate along with targets and obligations to producers based on the information provided in their application.
Registration fee:
- Producers will need to pay a registration fee, as per the decision of the Central Board in its 194th Board Meeting.

Documents Required For EPR Registration

Documents Required for EPR Registration
Trade Name / Company Name Legal Name Mobile Number Official e-mail id Land line Number (if available) CIN / Incorporation Certificate (if available) GST,	IEC (if available), PAN of company, (if available) PAN of Authorized Person Postal Address (The address should be the place from where sale in entire country is being managed – Corporate Office address. Do note that address given by the applicant in its supporting documents i.e. Self- Declaration, IEC Certificate, GST Certificate, should be same as the address given in sign up form) Name of the Authorized Person and Address, Company E-mail id and Telephone Numbers List of EEE (Electrical and Electronic Equipment) from the list of notified EEE along with their codes for which Registration is required.

Conclusion:

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is an important responsibility of a producer in India that makes producers responsible for handling the electronic waste from the products they make or import. To follow this rule, producers need to go through the EPR registration process with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) if they operate with electrical and electronic equipment in the Indian market.

Understanding the EPR certificate requirements is essential for a smooth certification process and compliance with environmental standards. Entities that embrace EPR registration and certification contribute to a greener and more responsible electronic waste management ecosystem.

Notified Electrical & Electronic Equipment

Sr. No.	Categories of electrical and electronic equipment	EEE Code	Average Life
1	Centralized data processing:: Mainframe	ITEW1	10
2	Centralized data processing: Minicomputers	ITEW1	5
3	Personal Computing: Personal Computers (Central Processing Unit with input and output devices)	ITEW2	6
4	Personal Computing: Laptop Computers(Central Processing Unit with input and output devices)	ITEW3	5
5	Personal Computing: Notebook Computers	ITEW4	5
6	Personal Computing: Notepad Computers	ITEW5	5
7	Printers including cartridges	ITEW6	10
8	Copying equipment	ITEW7	8
9	Electrical and electronic typewriters	ITEW8	5
10	User terminals and systems	ITEW9	6
11	Facsimile	ITEW10	10
12	Telex	ITEW11	5
13	Telephones	ITEW12	9
14	Pay telephones	ITEW13	9
15	Cordless telephones	ITEW14	9
16	Cellular telephones : Feature phones	ITEW15	7
17	Cellular telephones : Smart phones	ITEW15	5
18	Answering systems	ITEW16	5
19	Television sets (including sets based on (Liquid Crystal Display and Light Emitting Diode technology)	CEEW1	9
20	Refrigerator	CEEW2	10
21	Washing Machine	CEEW3	9
22	Air-conditioners excluding centralized air conditioning plants	CEEW4	10
23	Fluorescent and other Mercury containing lamps	CEEW5	2
24	Products or equipment of Transmitting sound, images or other information by Telecommunications and Bluetooth enabled devices - Smart Watch/ Fitness Band, Bluetooth Headset,Virtual Reality Camera, etc	ITEW17	3
25	Products or equipment of Transmitting sound, images or other information by Telecommunications – Telecommunication Antenna	ITEW17	7
26	Products or equipment of Transmitting sound, images or other information by Telecommunications – Transmitters	ITEW17	5
27	Products or equipment of Transmitting sound, images or other information by Telecommunications - Wi-Fi/wireless enabled Devices	ITEW17	3
28	Products or equipment of Transmitting sound, images or other information by Telecommunications – Radio/Satellite Telephone	ITEW17	7
29	walkie talkie	ITEW17	5
30	BTS (all components excluding structure of tower)	ITEW18	15
31	Tablets, I-PAD	ITEW19	5
32	Phablets	ITEW20	5
33	Scanners	ITEW21	5
34	Routers - Routers, Access Point and Controller, LAN Switches, SDWAN, ioT Gateway, etc	ITEW22	10
35	GPS	ITEW23	5
36	UPS -upto 2 KVA	ITEW24	7
37	UPS -greater than 2 KVA	ITEW24	10
38	INVERTER -upto 2 KVA	ITEW25	7
39	INVERTER -greater than 2 KVA	ITEW25	10
40	Modems	ITEW26	5
41	ELECTRONIC DATA STORAGE DEVICES FOR FLASH DRIVE (SMALL DEVICES)	ITEW27	5
42	ELECTRONIC DATA STORAGE DEVICES FOR LARGE DRIVE LIKE SERVER	ITEW27	10
43	Screen, Electronic Photo frames, Electronic Display Panel, Monitors	CEEW6	7
44	Radio sets	CEEW7	8
45	Set top Boxes	CEEW8	8
46	Video Cameras	CEEW9	10
47	Video Recorders	CEEW10	5
48	Hi-Fi Recorders	CEEW11	5
49	Audio Amplifiers- Speakers, Multi Media Speaker, Home Theatre, Sound Bar, Wireless Speaker etc	CEEW12	10
50	Other products or equipment for the purpose of recording or reproducing sound or images including signals and other technologies for the distribution of sound and image by telecommunications - CCTV Camera with DVR & NVR	CEEW13	7
51	Other products or equipment for the purpose of recording or reproducing sound or images including signals and other technologies for the distribution of sound and image by telecommunications – Projector	CEEW13	7
52	Other products or equipment for the purpose of recording or reproducing sound or images including signals and other technologies for the distribution of sound and image by telecommunications - Digital sound and video recorder and player	CEEW13	7
53	Other products or equipment for the purpose of recording or reproducing sound or images including signals and other technologies for the distribution of sound and image by telecommunications - Others products or equipment for the purpose of recording or reproducing sound or images including signals and other technologies for the distribution of sound and image by telecommunications	CEEW13	7
54	HDCOM USED FOR VIDEO CONFERENCING	CEEW13	10
55	Solar panels/cells, solar Photovoltaic panels/cells/modules.	CEEW14	15
56	Luminaires for fluorescent lamps with the exception of luminaires in households	CEEW15	2
57	High intensity discharge lamps, including pressure sodium lamps and metal halide lamps	CEEW16	2
58	Low pressure sodium lamps	CEEW17	2
59	Other lighting or equipment for the purpose of spreading or controlling light excluding filament bulbs -LED BULBS/TUBES/CONSUMER LUMINARIES & CONSUMER LED DRIVES	CEEW18	4
60	Other lighting or equipment for the purpose of spreading or controlling light excluding filament bulbs -PROFESSIONALS LUMINARIES & DRIVES	CEEW18	8
61	Digital camera	CEEW19	5
62	Large cooling appliances	LSEEW1	10
63	Freezers	LSEEW2	10
64	Other large appliances used for refrigeration, conservation and storage of food	LSEEW3	10
65	Clothes dryers	LSEEW4	10
66	Dish Washing Machines	LSEEW5	10
67	Electric cookers	LSEEW6	7
68	Electric stoves	LSEEW7	7
69	Electric hot plates	LSEEW8	5
70	Microwaves, Microwave Oven	LSEEW9	10
71	Other large appliances used for cooking and other processing of food	LSEEW10	10
72	Electric heating appliances	LSEEW11	10
73	Electric radiators	LSEEW12	7
74	Other large appliances for heating rooms, beds, seating furniture	LSEEW13	7
75	Electric fans	LSEEW14	10
76	Other fanning, exhaust ventilation and conditioning equipment	LSEEW15	10
77	Vacuum cleaners	LSEEW16	10
78	Carpet sweepers	LSEEW17	10
79	Other appliances for cleaning	LSEEW18	10
80	Appliances used for sewing, knitting, weaving and other processing for textiles	LSEEW19	7
81	Iron and other appliances for ironing, mangling and other care of clothing - Dry iron	LSEEW20	15
82	Iron and other appliances for ironing, mangling and other care of clothing - Steam Iron/Garment Steamer	LSEEW20	10
83	Grinders, coffee machines and equipment for opening or sealing containers or packages	LSEEW21	10
84	Smoke detector	LSEEW22	10
85	Heating Regulators	LSEEW23	5
86	Thermostats	LSEEW24	5
87	Automatic dispensers for hot drinks	LSEEW25	7
88	Automatic dispensers for hot or cold bottles or cans	LSEEW26	7
89	Automatic dispensers for solid products	LSEEW27	10
90	Automatic dispensers for money	LSEEW28	10
91	All appliances which deliver automatically all kinds of products	LSEEW29	10
92	Indoor air purifier	LSEEW30	10
93	Hair dryer	LSEEW31	5
94	Electric shaver	LSEEW32	5
95	Electric kettle	LSEEW33	5
96	Electronic display panels/board/visual display unit	LSEEW34	9
97	Drills	EETW1	8
98	Saws	EETW2	10
99	Sewing Machines	EETW3	15
100	Equipment for turning, milling, sanding, grinding, sawing, cutting, shearing, drilling, making holes, punching, folding, bending or similar processing of wood, metal and other materials	EETW4	10
101	Tools for riveting, nailing or screwing or removing rivets, nails, screws or similar uses	EETW5	10
102	Tools for welding, soldering, or similar use	EETW6	10
103	Equipment for spraying, spreading, dispersing or other treatment of liquid or gaseous substance by other means	EETW7	10
104	Tools for mowing or other gardening activities	EETW8	10
105	Electrical trains or car racing sets	TLSEW1	2
106	Hand-held video games consoles	TLSEW2	2
107	Video games	TLSEW3	2
108	Computers for biking, diving, running, rowing, etc.	TLSEW4	5
109	Sports equipment with electric or electronic components	TLSEW5	5
110	Coin slot machines	TLSEW6	8
111	Radiotherapy equipment and accessories	MDW1	20
112	Cardiology equipment and accessories	MDW2	10
113	Dialysis equipment and accessories	MDW3	10
114	Pulmonary ventilators and accessories - Diagnostic Cardiology	MDW4	7
115	Pulmonary ventilators and accessories - Anaesthesia & Respiratory	MDW4	10
116	Nuclear Medicine Equipment and accessories	MDW5	20
117	Laboratory equipment for in vitro diagnosis and accessories	MDW6	15
118	Analysers and accessories	MDW7	10
119	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scanner, Computed Tomography Scanner, & Ultrasound Equipment along with accessories - MRI	MDW8	15
120	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scanner, Computed Tomography Scanner, & Ultrasound Equipment along with accessories - PET CT/PET	MDW8	20
121	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scanner, Computed Tomography Scanner, & Ultrasound Equipment along with accessories - SPECT CT/ SPECT	MDW8	20
122	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scanner, Computed Tomography Scanner, & Ultrasound Equipment along with accessories - CT	MDW8	15
123	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scanner, Computed Tomography Scanner, & Ultrasound Equipment along with accessories and US, probe etc	MDW8	10
124	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scanner, Computed Tomography Scanner, & Ultrasound Equipment along with accessories - Computed Tomography	MDW8	20
125	Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scanner, Computed Tomography Scanner, & Ultrasound Equipment along with accessories - Ultrasound Diagnostic Imaging	MDW8	10
126	Fertilization tests equipment and accessories	MDW9	10
127	Other electric appliances/equipment/kits used for preventing, screening, detecting, monitoring, evaluating, reviewing, examining, investigating, probing, treating illness sickness, disease, disorder, affliction, infection, injury, trauma, abuse or disability including the Mobiles, Tablets or any other device with the features having the potential of sex selection and their accessories- Maternal & Infant care products	MDW10	7
128	Other electric appliances/equipment/kits used for preventing, screening, detecting, monitoring, evaluating, reviewing, examining, investigating, probing, treating illness sickness, disease, disorder, affliction, infection, injury, trauma, abuse or disability including the Mobiles, Tablets or any other device with the features having the potential of sex selection and their accessories- C-Arm	MDW10	12
129	Other electric appliances/equipment/kits used for preventing, screening, detecting, monitoring, evaluating, reviewing, examining, investigating, probing, treating illness sickness, disease, disorder, affliction, infection, injury, trauma, abuse or disability including the Mobiles, Tablets or any other device with the features having the potential of sex selection and their accessories - Monitoring Solution products/High end	MDW10	15
130	Other electric appliances/equipment/kits used for preventing, screening, detecting, monitoring, evaluating, reviewing, examining, investigating, probing, treating illness sickness, disease, disorder, affliction, infection, injury, trauma, abuse or disability including the Mobiles, Tablets or any other device with the features having the potential of sex selection and their accessories - X-ray and fluoroscopy	MDW10	12
131	Other electric appliances/equipment/kits used for preventing, screening, detecting, monitoring, evaluating, reviewing, examining, investigating, probing, treating illness sickness, disease, disorder, affliction, infection, injury, trauma, abuse or disability including the Mobiles, Tablets or any other device with the features having the potential of sex selection and their accessories - Mammography devices	MDW10	12

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

EPR is a policy approach where producers are given a significant responsibility—financial and/or physical—for the treatment or disposal of post-consumer products. It aims to encourage manufacturers to design environmentally-friendly products by holding them accountable for the end-of-life management of their products.

EPR is crucial for e-waste management as it helps in reducing the environmental impact of electronic products by ensuring that producers take responsibility for their entire lifecycle. This includes designing products that are easier to recycle, setting up take-back programs, and ensuring proper disposal.

EPR helps reduce the amount of e-waste ending up in landfills, minimizes environmental pollution, conserves natural resources by promoting recycling and reuse, and encourages the production of sustainable and eco-friendly products

EPR regulations typically cover a wide range of electronic products, including but not limited to, computers, mobile phones, televisions, refrigerators, air conditioners, and other household and industrial electronic equipment.

Producers are expected to comply with EPR regulations by setting up take-back systems, providing information to consumers on how to return their products for recycling, financing the collection, recycling, and proper disposal of e-waste, and sometimes meeting certain recycling targets.

Penalties for non-compliance with EPR regulations can include fines, legal actions, and restrictions on the sale of non-compliant products. The severity of the penalties varies depending on the country and specific regulations in place.

EPR can impact consumers by providing them with easier and more accessible options for recycling their old electronics. It also raises awareness about the importance of responsible e-waste disposal and may influence purchasing decisions towards more sustainable products.

Governments and regulatory bodies play a crucial role in EPR by setting the regulations and standards that producers must follow, monitoring compliance, and enforcing penalties for non-compliance. They may also provide support and incentives for setting up recycling infrastructure.

While there are no universal global standards for EPR, many countries have developed their own regulations based on best practices and international guidelines. Organizations like the European Union have comprehensive directives such as the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive.

Challenges in implementing EPR for e-waste include the need for robust infrastructure for collection and recycling, ensuring compliance across different regions, managing the costs associated with e-waste recycling, and effectively engaging consumers and producers in the process.