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EPR stands for Extended Producer's Responsibility. For the management of e-waste, Indian manufacturers and importers of electrical and electronic products must hold an EPR Certificate. EPR authorization is granted by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), a division of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), Government of India.
The maker and importer of electronic and electrical devices are given the authority by EPR India to manage the e-waste produced by their products after the end of their useful lives — covering collection, recycling, and responsible disposal throughout the product lifecycle.
The maker or importer of IT and electronic items must submit written documentation of their agreement with a recycling organisation, along with a detailed e-waste management plan.
First Auditor offers comprehensive assistance with EPR Registration — managing the paperwork, recycler agreements, and regulatory formalities required to obtain your EPR Certificate.
The following categories of electrical and electronic equipment fall under mandatory EPR compliance.
| S.No. | Product Name | Indian Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Personal Computers (CPU with input and output devices) | ITEW2 |
| 2 | Mainframe and Minicomputer | ITEW1 |
| 3 | Laptop Computers (CPU with input and output devices) | ITEW3 |
| 4 | Notebook Computers | ITEW4 |
| 5 | Notepad Computers | ITEW5 |
| 6 | Printers including cartridges | ITEW6 |
| 7 | Copying equipment | ITEW7 |
| 8 | Electrical and electronic typewriters | ITEW8 |
| 9 | User terminals and systems | ITEW9 |
| 10 | Facsimile | ITEW10 |
| 11 | Telex | ITEW11 |
| 12 | Telephones | ITEW12 |
| 13 | Pay telephones | ITEW13 |
| 14 | Cordless telephones | ITEW14 |
| 15 | Cellular telephones | ITEW15 |
| 16 | Answering System | ITEW16 |
| S.No. | Product Name | Indian Standard |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Television sets (including LCD and LED technology) | CEEW1 |
| 2 | Refrigerator | CEEW2 |
| 3 | Washing Machine | CEEW3 |
| 4 | Air-conditioners (excluding centralized air conditioning plants) | CEEW4 |
| 5 | Fluorescent and other Mercury containing lamps | CEEW5 |
Submit your EPR application along with all necessary attachments and supporting documents.
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) reviews the submitted application and documentation.
Respond to any clarifications or additional document requests raised by CPCB during review.
Once satisfied with compliance, CPCB issues the EPR Authorization Certificate.
EPR authorization is valid for a specific period and can be renewed by submitting a renewal application along with the required documents and fees before the expiration date. To maintain the authorization, businesses must:
We manage every step, document, and follow-up with the CPCB so you can focus on your business.
We verify your product category and ensure all required documents are complete.
Complete EPR authorization application drafting and verification to ensure error-free submission.
Assistance in tying up with authorized recyclers and drafting the e-waste management plan.
Guidance on setting realistic e-waste collection targets and implementation strategy.
Complete application filing through the CPCB portal.
We respond to all queries from CPCB on your behalf during review.
Regular follow-up with CPCB to ensure timely processing of your application.
Assistance with post-authorization compliance, renewals, and regulatory updates.
Help with preparing and organizing all required documents for the application.
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