Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) – Your Key to Compliance & Sustainability

In today’s fast-changing trade and regulatory environment, one thing is certain—compliance is non-negotiable. If your business is importing, manufacturing, or selling products like electronics, plastics, batteries, tyres, or packaged goods, the law requires you to take responsibility for the waste these products generate at the end of their life cycle.

This responsibility is called Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). It’s a crucial part of India’s circular economy and waste management framework, ensuring that businesses don’t just profit from sales but also play an active role in recycling and sustainability.

For companies, however, EPR often feels complex—multiple forms, CPCB/SPCB approvals, annual filings, recycling tie-ups, and audits. At Cargo People Logistics & Shipping Pvt. Ltd., together with our compliance arm Green Permits, we take away the confusion. We specialize in end-to-end EPR registration and compliances—from new applications to renewals, waste collection planning, and authorized recycler agreements.

Our mission is simple: make compliance stress-free, predictable, and growth-friendly for your business.

Why EPR Matters for Your Business

EPR is more than a legal checkbox—it’s a gateway to brand trust, smoother trade, and long-term growth.

• Legal mandate: Stay compliant with CPCB/SPCB norms and avoid penalties.
• Market access: Non-compliance can block imports, exports, or domestic sales.
• Investor & customer trust: ESG, sustainability, and green commitments matter more than ever.
• Operational ease: With proper EPR planning, audits and inspections become smooth.
• Sustainability goals: Contribute to India’s mission of zero waste and circular economy.

Who Needs EPR Registration?

If you belong to any of the following categories, EPR registration is mandatory for you in India:

• Producers: Domestic manufacturers of electronics, plastics, batteries, tyres, or packaged goods.
• Importers: Bringing products or raw materials into India for sale.
• Brand Owners: Selling under your own brand name (even if you don’t manufacture).
• E-commerce players: Online sellers and aggregators.
• SMEs & Corporates: Companies of all sizes that sell regulated products.

EPR Services We Provide

At Cargo People + Green Permits, we go beyond just filing applications. We design a compliance roadmap tailored to your business.

1. Fresh EPR Registration with CPCB

• Eligibility check based on product categories and HS codes
• Preparation of documents, declarations, and plans
• Filing on CPCB’s online portal
• Timely follow-up until certificate issuance

2. Annual Compliance & Reporting

• Drafting and submission of annual returns
• Uploading data on CPCB portal
• Ensuring you meet collection & recycling targets
• Preparing compliance reports for audits

3. EPR Plan & Recycling Support

• Designing realistic EPR implementation plans
• Arranging tie-ups with authorized recyclers/PROs
• Drafting agreements with recycling partners
• Supporting brand-specific sustainability projects

4. SPCB Approvals & Authorizations

• CTE (Consent to Establish) and CTO (Consent to Operate)
• Hazardous Waste Authorizations for recycling units
• Battery Waste & Plastic Waste authorizations
• State-level permissions for refurbishers, scrap handlers, recyclers

5. Renewals & Amendments

• EPR certificate renewals on time
• Scope expansions for new products or categories
• Handling rejection queries and corrective filings
• Compliance record management

Industries We Support

We have hands-on expertise across sectors:

• Electronics & IT hardware – laptops, mobiles, home appliances, LED lights
• Plastics & FMCG packaging – packaging producers, consumer goods brands
• Batteries & EV ecosystem – lithium-ion battery importers, EV manufacturers
• Tyres & rubber products – tyre manufacturers and importers
• E-commerce sellers & aggregators – D2C brands, platforms, online resellers

Our Step-by-Step Process

• Step 1 – Free Consultation: Share your business model, product mix, and HS codes.
• Step 2 – Gap Assessment: We confirm which EPR categories apply to you.
• Step 3 – Filing & Approval: We prepare and submit all documents to CPCB/SPCB.
• Step 4 – Compliance Calendar: We manage annual filings, recycling tie-ups, and reports.
• Step 5 – Ongoing Support: We assist with renewals, audits, and regulator queries.

Why Cargo People + Green Permits?

Choosing the right partner can save you time, money, and regulatory stress.

• One partner for compliance + logistics: We not only handle approvals but also manage your international supply chain.
• Right-first-time approach: Expert drafting minimizes rejections and delays.
• Pan-India presence: Handling CPCB + SPCB requirements across states.
• Fast turnaround: Clear timelines, proactive follow-ups.
• Trusted by SMEs & Corporates: From startups to global brands, clients rely on us.
• Sustainability focus: Beyond paperwork, we help you design practical recycling systems.

FAQs on EPR Registration & Compliances

Q1. What is the timeline for EPR registration?
On average, 2–3 months, depending on category and CPCB workload.

Q2. Do importers also need EPR?
Yes—importers are treated as producers under the law, and must register.

Q3. Can you help if CPCB raised queries on my file?
Absolutely. We review your application, prepare corrective notes, and resubmit.

Q4. What happens if I don’t register?
Non-compliance can lead to penalties, seizure of goods, and blocked imports.

Q5. Can you handle recycling agreements too?
Yes—we arrange tie-ups with authorized recyclers and PROs nationwide.

Call to Action

Stay ahead of compliance and protect your business from penalties. Let Cargo People + Green Permits handle your EPR Registration & Compliances with a proven, streamlined process.

• 📞 Call/WhatsApp (Cargo People): +91 8826465454
• 📧 Email (Cargo People): wecare@cargopeople.com
• 📞 Call/WhatsApp (Green Permits): +91 78350 06182
• 📧 Email (Green Permits): wecare@greenpermits.in

Or simply fill out our Quick Contact Form or Green Permits Contact Form to request a callback. Act now—secure your EPR certificate and keep your imports, exports, and sales running smoothly.