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CPCB Certification, granted under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), makes producers responsible for the collection, recycling and safe disposal of the...

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CPCB Certification is granted under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which makes producers bear the cost of the final disposal of the goods they put on the market.
It is issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) and aligns your business with India’s environmental regulations.
EPR covers the collection, sorting, recycling and disposal of the waste a product generates across its life cycle.
It applies across waste streams including battery waste, e-waste, tyre waste, plastic waste and used oil.
Core documents include the IEC, GST, PAN, Certificate of Incorporation and product details with model numbers.
Certification reduces reliance on landfill and incineration and demonstrates a genuine commitment to sustainable practices.

Overview

What is CPCB Certification?

CPCB Certification is granted under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), the principle that producers should bear the cost of the final disposal of the goods they put into the market. The aim is to remove as much unneeded packaging as possible and to keep improving what remains.

EPR is designed to manage all of the incremental costs that come with the collection, sorting, recycling and disposal of waste. It applies in order to limit waste and reduce environmental impact across the product life cycle.

Coverage

Waste streams under CPCB EPR

EPR obligations apply across the main categories of waste a producer puts on the market. The category your products fall under determines the compliance pathway.

Waste stream	What it covers
Battery waste	Producers handling batteries, requiring compliant collection and recycling.
E-waste	Discarded electronic items such as smartphones and refrigerators that contain toxic elements if not treated properly.
Tyre waste	End-of-life tyres, an increasing environmental burden that needs structured handling.

Waste stream	What it covers
Plastic waste	Plastic packaging and products, supporting recycling and circular-economy goals.
Used oil	EPR for used oil, ensuring waste oil is collected and processed correctly.
No Objection Certificate	Supporting environmental clearance where required for a business activity.

Why it matters

Benefits of CPCB Certification

Promotes reuse

EPR encourages the prompt, uncomplicated disassembly of products for reuse and recycling, reducing the need for new raw materials.

Sustainable development

It supports the preservation of natural resources, reduces the volume of waste and helps eradicate pollution.

Cleaner environment

It minimises disposal methods like burning, which emit formaldehyde, furans and dioxins that are harmful to human health.

Regulatory alignment

Certification aligns your business with India’s environmental regulations and sustainable practices.

Eases municipal load

EPR reduces the physical and financial work local municipalities carry to maintain and manage waste.

Stronger credibility

Demonstrating responsible waste management builds trust with consumers, partners and regulators.

Why it matters

Why EPR compliance is important

EPR makes producers responsible for what happens to their products at the end of life. By raising recycling and reuse, it reduces the need for new raw materials, preserves natural resources and limits the pollution that comes from poor waste disposal.

What CPCB EPR achieves

Promotes reuse by encouraging easy disassembly of products and items.
Supports sustainable development by conserving resources and reducing waste.
Protects the environment by cutting reliance on burning and landfill.
Reduces municipal burden by ensuring waste is recycled and refurbished correctly.

Paperwork

Documents required

IEC copy (Export and Import Code)
GST copy
PAN card
Certificate of Incorporation of the Pvt. Ltd. company
Last ten years’ sales detail of the product, if previously sold (quantity and weight, year wise)
Product details with model number
Country of origin
Contact details, including telephone, email ID and mobile number

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Choose your waste stream

Electronic waste under E-Waste Certification
End-of-life tyres under Tyre Waste
Packaging and products under Plastic Waste Compliance
Used oil under EPR for Used Oil
Healthcare facilities under CPCB Certification for Biomedical Waste

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How we help

Our team streamlines the CPCB application process and offers tailored guidance to meet your specific EPR compliance requirements, whichever waste category applies to your products.

Identify the correct waste stream and EPR obligation for your products.
Compile and verify the IEC, GST, PAN and incorporation documents.
Prepare product and sales details for the application.
File and follow the CPCB process through to certification.

Not sure which EPR applies to you?

Tell us what you manufacture or import, and we will map the right waste category, documents and CPCB pathway for your business.

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Official source

Environmental compliance and EPR registration are administered by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB).

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is CPCB Certification?

CPCB Certification is granted under Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), which makes producers bear the cost of the final disposal of the goods they put on the market. It aligns your business with India’s environmental regulations and sustainable practices.

What is Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR)?

EPR is the principle that producers are responsible for the collection, sorting, recycling and disposal of the waste their products create, along with the incremental costs that come with it.

Which waste streams does CPCB EPR cover?

It applies across categories including battery waste, e-waste, tyre waste, plastic waste and used oil. The category your products fall under determines the compliance pathway.

What documents are needed for CPCB Certification?

Core documents include the IEC, GST and PAN, the Certificate of Incorporation, product details with model numbers, country of origin, contact details and, where applicable, the last ten years of sales detail for the product.

Why is EPR compliance important?

EPR promotes reuse and recycling, conserves natural resources, reduces pollution from burning and landfill, and eases the physical and financial burden on local municipalities.

Can you handle the full process for us?

Yes. Our expert team streamlines the application process and offers tailored guidance to meet your specific EPR compliance requirements from start to finish.

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