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E-Waste Registration for EPR

What does EPR mean for e-waste?

As part of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), companies that make, import, or own brands of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) are responsible for collecting, recycling, refurbishing, and safely getting rid of their own electronic goods when they become useless. This makes sure that dangerous materials from old electronics don't end up polluting the earth.

E-waste, or electronic waste, refers to discarded electrical and electronic equipment such as computers, mobiles, TVs, batteries, refrigerators, and other gadgets.

With the rapid growth of technology, India has become one of the largest producers of e-waste in the world. To control this growing problem, the Government of India introduced the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016, later updated in 2022, under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986. A major part of this system is the E-Waste Registration, which ensures that producers, recyclers, and refurbishers handle e-waste responsibly and legally.

The E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022 say that companies that sell electronic goods must have EPR Registration from the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), keep their certificates up to current, and meet their annual recycling goals.

Key Topic Index

  • E-Waste Registration for EPR
  • Who needs EPR registration for e-waste?
  • Why EPR registration so important?
  • What documents are required for the EPR E-Waste Certificate?
  • Penalties for not following the rules
  • How can a merchant help?
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Why you should choose Make Merchant to register your business?
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Who needs EPR registration for e-waste?

For a business to be EPR registered, it must:

  • Making electrical or electronic devices (EEE)
  • People bring electronic goods into India to sell or give them away.
  • Sells or gives away electronic products with your brand name on them
  • This group includes common equipment including laptops, chargers, TVs, refrigerators, and cell phones.

Why EPR registration so important?

  • In India, it is against the law to sell or bring in electronic goods without a proper EPR registration certificate.
  • Environmental protection makes sure that e-waste is handled in a way that doesn't pollute the air, water, or soil.
  • To meet government-mandated gathering and recycling goals for e-waste, assist in recycling targets.
  • Establishes credibility by showing concern for the environment, which in turn encourages trust among buyers.
  • Reach and report on e-waste collection and recycling targets on an annual basis as part of your continued compliance obligations.
  • You should only work with recyclers and dismantlers that the CPCB has approved.
  • Send in yearly reports on how you collect, recycle, and get rid of e-waste.
  • Consumer Awareness: Keep running programs to teach customers how to throw away electronic waste in a responsible way.

What documents are required for the EPR E-Waste Certificate?

  • Incorporation or Partnership deed
  • PAN Card for the Company
  • Certificate of GST Registration
  • Electronic goods that are made, brought in, or given a brand name
  • Action Plan for E-Waste Management
  • Contracts with authorized recyclers or dismantlers that are legally binding
  • Reports of previous compliance (for renewal)
  • Proof of the identity and addresses of the person who is allowed to sign

Penalties for not following the rules

The following may happen if you don't meet compliance standards or don't get or renew your EPR registration:

  • Harsh punishments and fines
  • The registration certificate may be suspended or taken away.
  • Problems with getting imported products through customs
  • lawsuits and damage to reputation

How can a merchant help?

Maker Merchant offers a full range of professional services to:

  • Help you register and renew your EPR with the CPCB without any problems.
  • Make accurate documents and send them in.
  • Help with working together with licensed recyclers and dismantlers
  • Keep track of compliance dates and handle submissions of annual reports.
  • Offering preemptive help can help you avoid legal problems and fines.

Frequently Asked Questions

All importers of electrical and electronic goods must have a valid EPR certificate in order to sell their goods and go through customs.

It usually takes four to eight weeks, depending on how accurate the application is and how quickly the document is received.

No, certificates can't be transferred and are only valid for the firm that registered them.

If you don't follow the rules, you could face fines, which could make it harder to sell products in the future.

Of course, we help with the whole registration procedure, from the first step to the timely renewal of registrations.

Are you ready to follow India's new EPR e-waste rules?

Make Merchant can help you with EPR registration, compliance management, and getting your certifications done quickly and correctly. We can help you make your journey to environmental compliance easier so you can focus on growing your business responsibly.

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