Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Electronic Waste in India
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Electronic Waste
is a statutory obligation that makes producers, importers, and brand owners
of Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) responsible for the collection, recycling, and
environmentally sound disposal of e-waste generated from their products at end-of-life.
Under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, companies dealing in regulated electronic products must obtain
EPR Authorisation from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and meet prescribed
collection and recycling targets through authorised recyclers and Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs).
Simplicomp Tech LLP provides end-to-end support for EPR compliance for electronic waste,
covering registration, EPR plan development, recycler coordination, target tracking, reporting, and renewals.
What Is EPR for Electronic Waste?
EPR for E-Waste is a regulatory framework that requires companies placing electronic products
in the Indian market to:
Take responsibility for post-consumer e-waste
Ensure collection and recycling through authorised channels
Meet annual CPCB-assigned recycling targets
Maintain traceable records and compliance reporting
Prevent informal or unsafe disposal of electronic waste
It ensures environmentally sound e-waste management, pollution prevention, and circular economy adoption.
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Who Requires EPR Authorisation for E-Waste?
EPR compliance applies to all entities involved in the EEE product lifecycle,
including :-
Manufacturers and importers of electronic & electrical equipment
Brand Owners and OEMs
Retailers and distributors selling under their brand
Online sellers and marketplace-linked brand owners
EPR obligations apply to companies dealing in
Schedule I electronic product categories under CPCB regulations.
Product Categories Covered Under E-Waste Rules
Covered categories include: -
Appliances
Large household appliances (refrigerators, ACs, washing machines)
IT
IT & telecom equipment (computers, laptops, routers)
Electronics
Consumer electronics (TVs, audio/video equipment)
Lighting
Lighting equipment (LEDs, CFLs, bulbs)
Medical
Medical devices (non-implantable)
Monitoring
Monitoring and control instruments
Toys
Toys, leisure, and sports electronic equipment
Dispensers
Automatic dispensers and related electronics
Each category carries specific annual collection and recycling targets notified by CPCB.
Key Obligations Under E-Waste EPR Compliance
Companies must :-
Register on the CPCB E-Waste EPR Portal
Obtain EPR Authorisation
Develop and implement an EPR Plan
Meet annual recycling and collection targets
Engage authorised recyclers / PROs
Submit quarterly and annual compliance reports
Maintain sales, collection, and recycling records
Failure to comply may result in penalties, portal suspension, or legal enforcement.
EPR Services Offered by Simplicomp
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Eligibility Review & Scope Analysis
We assess whether your product portfolio falls under regulated EEE categories and determine applicable
EPR targets.
Speak with our compliance experts to assess EPR applicability, CPCB registration requirements,
recycling targets, and reporting obligations for your organisation.
For organisations generating wastewater or effluent as part of manufacturing or processing
operations, installation and compliance of Sewage Treatment Plants (STP) and Effluent Treatment Plants (ETP)
become mandatory under environmental regulations.
