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EPR Authorization Certificate from CPCB in India


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    EPR Authorization Certificate from CPCB – Overview

    The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) have informed all manufacturers, importers, and brand owners of electrical or electronic equipment, plastic packaging, or batteries to apply for extended producer responsibility (EPR) authorization certificate. All manufacturers, producers, importers, and brand owners of batteries, plastic packaging, and electrical or electronic equipment must submit an online application through the CPCB and SPCB portals. The license normally takes 2-3 months to obtain after submission of the application.

    Who Can Apply?

    All the producers, importers, and brand owners of electronic or electrical equipment, plastic packaging, or batteries are eligible to apply.

    EPR Authorization Certificate from CPCB in India

    How To Apply?

    The Applicant must follow the following process:

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      Go to the CPCB's official website.
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      Fill out the EPR Registration Application.
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      Provide correct and thorough information when completing the EPR authorization application form.
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      Enclose any required documentation, such as Environmental Protection Agency plan document, proof of legal entity and manufacturing activities, environmental impact assessment report, Any additional documents as directed by the CPCB.
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      Submit the completed EPR authorization application form and supporting papers to the designated CPCB.
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      The CPCB will review the application.
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      To make sure the plan is effective and complies with environmental requirements, more information could be needed.
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      Answer any questions the CPCB may have had during the review process in a timely and correct manner.
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      Once approved, the CPCB will issue the EPR approval certificate.
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    Validity

    The license validity is different for the different categories of the waste:

    • Plastic waste- Lifetime
    • Electronic waste- 5 years
    • Battery waste- 5 years
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    Fee Involved

    The government charges for the application process vary from case to case.

    Important Documents

    Important Documents
    The documents mentioned below should be present during the documentation process:
    • 1. Details and company
    • PAN card and GST certificate
    • CIN of the company
    • IEC certificate of the importer
    • Partnership deed in case of a partnership firm
    • 2. Details of authorized person
    • Aadhar details
    • PAN of the authorized person
    • Scanned copy of signatures of authorized persons
    • 3. Other important documents
    • DIC registration (if the unit registered is with DIC)
    • Covering letter
    • Any other relevant document regarding any information which the unit wishes to provide

    Timeline to get from CPCB

    2-3

    Months

    Essential Tips

    The primary considerations that need to be made while preparing and submitting this loan license application are:

    • Recognize Applicability: Find out if the EPR regulations apply to the operations of your company.
    • Adherence to CPCB Regulations: Verify adherence to the particular directives and regulations concerning EPR.
    • Documentation: As needed by the CPCB, prepare an complete set of documentation.

    The obstacles or issues that are most likely to arise when filling out or applying are:

    • Absence of Follow-Up
    • Regulatory Changes
    • Lack of Expert Guidance
    Expert Advise

    According to our experts, the applicants (producers, importers, brand owners) should look out for the following license application procedure:

    The company's details must be correct.

    All the supporting documents must be current as of the application submission date.

    Precise information about the waste generated must be provided during the application submission procedure.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What constitutes the CPCB, and what are its principal goals?

    The CPCB, or Central Pollution Control Board, is a statutory organization in India that reports to the Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change. Its main goals include encouraging clean streams and wells, enhancing air quality, stopping, and reducing water pollution, and advising the government on environmental protection issues.

    How does the CPCB enforce environmental standards, and what are the penalties for breaking its guidelines?

    If CPCB guidelines are not followed, there could be fines, penalties, or legal action decided on case basis.

    What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)?

    Extended producer responsibility (EPR) stands for ecologically sound product management, which is the producer's obligation across the product's life cycle.

    Which are the plastic packaging categories covered under EPR?

    The following plastic packaging categories are covered under EPR:
    • Category I: Rigid plastic packaging.
    • Category II: Flexible plastic packaging like sachets, pouches, carry bags, plastic sachets, and sheets; multilayer packaging (more than one layer with various types of plastic); and similar packaging.
    • Category III: Plastic packaging with multiple layers (at least one layer of plastic and one layer of a material other than plastic).
    • Category IV: Compostable plastic carry bags and sheets or similar materials used for packaging.

    Who remains exempted from the e-waste (M) rules, 2016?

    The e-waste (M) rules, 2016 shall not apply to:

    • Used lead acid batteries in accordance with the guidelines established by the act's batteries (Management and Handling) Rules, 2001.
    • Micro-enterprises as defined by the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (27 of 2006).
    • Radioactive waste as defined by the Atomic Energy Act of 1962 (33 of 1962) and its implementing regulations.