EPR Authorization for Plastic Waste Management

EPR authorization is necessary to deal in plastic waste management. Connect with us today to secure EPR Authorization from the concerned authority.

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Overview of EPR Authorization for Plastic Waste Management

Plastic waste is one of the most pressing environmental challenges facing India today. To address this, the Indian government introduced the Plastic Waste Management Rules in 2011, later revamped in 2016. A central feature of these regulations is the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Authorization. It mandates that businesses involved in the production, import, use, or sale of plastic products and packaging take responsibility for the end-of-life management of plastic waste. At DOstartup, we simplify the EPR Authorization process, helping your business stay compliant while contributing to a greener future.

Why EPR Authorization Matters

Unmanaged plastic waste leads to severe environmental degradation, public health issues, and logistical problems in waste management. EPR is a strategic approach that shifts the burden of plastic waste management from public authorities to producers, ensuring accountability across the product lifecycle. It encourages sustainable practices, improves recycling rates, and reduces the ecological footprint of plastic use.

Who Needs EPR Authorization?

EPR Authorization is mandatory for several categories of entities dealing with plastic: Producers of plastic products, Importers of plastic packaging or goods, Brand Owners using plastic for packaging, Plastic Waste Traders, and Manufacturers & Recyclers of plastic materials. These entities must register with the State Pollution Control Board (SPCB) or the Pollution Control Committee (PCC) in their respective Union Territories to ensure legal compliance with the Plastic Waste Management Rules.

1. Documents Required for EPR Authorization

- Company signatory’s KYC

- Authorized signatory’s KYC

- Consent letter or NOC from State Pollution Control Board

- Active business website domain

- Valid toll-free number

Step 1: Document Collection & Review

Gather and verify all required documents to ensure they meet the compliance criteria set by CPCB/SPCB.

Step 2: Filing with SPCB/CPCB

Submit the application and required documents to the appropriate State or Central Pollution Control Board.

Step 3: Form Submission & Liaising

Coordinate with regulatory authorities to respond to any requests or additional information requirements.

Step 4: Monitoring Objections or Clarifications

Track the application status and address any objections or queries raised by the board.

Step 5: Final Authorization Certificate Issuance

Upon approval, receive the EPR Authorization certificate from CPCB/SPCB, enabling compliant operations.

Duties of Local Bodies under EPR Compliance

  • Set up and manage infrastructure for plastic waste collection, segregation, processing, and disposal.
  • May engage external agencies or producers for operations.

Duties of Gram Panchayats under EPR Compliance

  • Manage plastic waste in rural areas through designated channels.
  • Ensure no open burning or unregulated disposal occurs.
  • Facilitate stakeholder awareness.

Duties of Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners under EPR Compliance

  • Must formulate and implement EPR plans within 6 months of regulation publication.
  • Maintain records of raw material suppliers.
  • Register with the SPCB or PCC before manufacturing or using plastic materials.
  • Phase out non-recyclable and non-energy recoverable multilayer plastics.
  • Note: No producer can manufacture or use plastic packaging materials post six months of rule publication without valid registration.

Why Unregulated Plastic Waste is Harmful

  • Air pollution: Emissions of harmful gases during incineration
  • Soil infertility: Due to microplastics in landfills
  • Water contamination: Through drain and river blockage
  • Urban flooding: Littered plastics choking drainage systems
  • Toxic chemical release: Including dioxins, furans, benzene, and styrene
  • Operational challenges: For landfills and waste treatment facilities

What is EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility)?

  • EPR is a government-backed policy that mandates producers and brand owners to take responsibility for the collection, recycling, or disposal of plastic waste generated from their products after consumer use.
  • It shifts the environmental cost of disposal from the public sector to the private sector.

Why Choose DOstartup for EPR Authorization?

With our experienced team of legal and environmental compliance experts, we offer comprehensive support to simplify your EPR Authorization process.

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