Producers, importers and brand owners carry responsibility for the waste their products create. A plain-language overview.
What Extended Producer Responsibility means
Under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), the company that places a product or its packaging on the market is responsible for ensuring the resulting waste is collected and processed responsibly. In India this is framed through rules for areas such as e-waste, plastic packaging and batteries, with registration on the Central Pollution Control Board portal.
Who is likely to be covered
Manufacturers, importers and brand owners are the main categories. Even companies that outsource manufacturing can have obligations if they sell under their own brand.
- Electronics and electrical equipment sellers (e-waste rules)
- Brands using plastic packaging
- Battery manufacturers and importers
Staying compliant year after year
Registration is the start. Producers need to maintain records, meet their annual targets through authorised recyclers or processors, and file returns on time. A simple calendar and organised records make audits far less stressful.
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