EPR Certificate for Importers: Application Process & Requirements
With environmental concerns gaining prominence, the Government of India has made it mandatory for importers of specific products to obtain an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) certificate. This applies to importers of electronic equipment, plastic packaging, batteries, and tyre waste, as part of the country’s commitment to responsible waste management.
If you're planning to import goods into India, obtaining an EPR certific... moreEPR Certificate for Importers: Application Process & Requirements
With environmental concerns gaining prominence, the Government of India has made it mandatory for importers of specific products to obtain an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) certificate. This applies to importers of electronic equipment, plastic packaging, batteries, and tyre waste, as part of the country’s commitment to responsible waste management.
If you're planning to import goods into India, obtaining an EPR certificate is not just a formality — it’s a legal requirement under the rules notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC).
What is an EPR Certificate?
EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) refers to the legal obligation of producers (including importers) to ensure environmentally sound management of products after their end-of-life. Importers are treated as producers under EPR rules, as they introduce goods into the Indian market.
There are specific EPR rules applicable based on the type of product:
EPR for Plastic Waste (Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016)
EPR for E-Waste (E-Waste Management Rules, 2022)
EPR for Batteries (Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022)
EPR for Tyres (Hazardous Waste Rules)
Failing to comply may result in penalties, shipment delays, and even import rejections at customs.
🧾 Who Needs an EPR Certificate?
You need to apply for an EPR Certificate if you are:
Importing plastic packaging or plastic products
Importing electrical or electronic equipment (EEE)
