The Extended Producer Responsibilities (EPR) concept is a regulation that places responsibility for products' post-consumer phases on the manufacturers. This ensures that waste is properly managed and the environment is protected.
The EPR for waste tyres (Extended Producer Responsibility) is an obligation that producers of tyres have to ensure the waste tyres will be managed responsibly in order to protect the health of the public and the environment. Hazardous and other Wastes Amendment Rule 2022, for Extended Producer Responsibility for Waste Tyre, was introduced by Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. The amendment took effect on the 21st of July 2022. The schedule IX contains the details of the waste management and utilization by producers, recyclers, and retreaders.
Registration for EPR is required by all producers, importers, and owners of brands in India. This registration must be made under the Central Pollution Control Board. This article will cover EPR registration for waste tyres.
What is the EPR registration for waste tires?
Following are the EPR registration requirements under Central Pollution Control Board.
India's tyre producers, importers, and brands are required to register for the EPR.
Producers, importers, and owners of brand tyres are required to give a bank security of at least Rs. 2 lakh.
The CPCB requires that producers, importers, and the brand owners of tyres submit half-yearly reports which state the collection, deconstruction, and recycling of waste tires.
Producers, importers, and brand owners must ensure that the State Pollution Control Board has authorized their representatives to collect, store, and transport the waste tires.
State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs) must authorize the representatives of tyre producers, importers, and brands to dismantle waste tyres as well as recycle them.
CPCB Centralized Portal for EPR Registration
You can register for an EPR on the Central Pollution Control Board's (CPCB) centralized portal by following the steps below:
Login to the CPCB portal using your credentials. As a beginner, create an account in the portal.
After logging in, fill out all relevant information in the EPR registration/application online. This includes the applicant's details, the activity details, and the proposed EPR plan.
You must provide proof of ownership and all other required documentation.
You must submit the online application along with all required documents within 30 days.
The Central Pollution Control Board will review the request within 15 days after submission.
The certificate issued by CPCB has a 2-year validity after which the certification must be renewed.
The CPCB requires that you comply with the EPR and submit reports regularly on your waste tire management activities.
The EPR registration eligibility criteria
Following are the criteria to be eligible for EPR registration.
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For the producers and importers who are engaged in the manufacture or import of tyres in India, the EPR registration is applicable/mandatory.
The Central Pollution Control Board may set a minimum threshold amount for imported/produced tyres to be required for EPR registration.
The CPCB has issued guidelines for the proper management of waste tires.
Waste Tyre Management Plan Details
Details of the waste tire management plan is extremely important for the EPR registration. The plan describes the methods for managing waste tyres responsibly. Below are some of the key components in this plan:
Collection and storage of waste tires: Waste tyres management plans define the collection methods and safe storage for waste tyres from retailers, consumers and other sources.
Transport and recycling of waste tyres must be included in your waste management plan. The producers are responsible for transporting the waste tyres collected to authorized recycling or processing facilities. The recycling process helps extract valuable material from the waste tyres and reduces environmental impact.
Reuse or Disposal: The plan will include information on how to dispose of tyres in an environmentally-friendly manner and according to the guidelines for waste management. Plan may also contain options to reuse certain valuable parts of waste tyres.
Produces registered with EPR are required to keep detailed records of their waste tire management. The producers are required to provide periodic reports to regulatory authorities. Regular audits may be carried out to ensure that the Waste Tyre Management Plan is being followed.
Documents required for EPR tire registration
Documents required to register EPR tires
The PAN number of a company or firm
GST Certificate
Certificate of Incorporation for Company or LLP
In the case of a firm, Partnership Deed
Aadhar details and PAN of Authorized Signatory
Report on Audit of the Previous 3 years (Form 3CA-CD).
GST Annual Report for the Previous Three Years
Covering Letter - As Per Annexure 'A'
Annexure B - Undertaking
Tire Composition as per Annexure "C"
CA Certificate for the import and sale of tires older than 3 years
EPR registration for waste tires has many benefits
EPR registration of waste tires has many benefits.
The Central Pollution Control Board of India has regulations on the management of waste tires.
EPR registration promotes responsible disposal and recycling of waste tyres in an environmentally-friendly manner.
CPCB has registered EPR producers and manufacturers, who are therefore protected against legal sanctions and other actions.
Registration with EPR gives you access to the latest waste tyre guidelines, policies and news.
Registration helps create transparency for the waste tire management processes.
This also allows for collaboration with authorized recyclers, and centers of collection.
The brand reputation of an organization increases significantly when it obtains EPR registration. This is because the organization will be seen as responsible, and as being committed to environmentally sustainable practices.
The program promotes the awareness of and sharing of knowledge regarding waste tire management.
EPR registration of waste tires ensures that waste tyres are managed in an environmentally friendly and sustainable manner. The producer is responsible for the management of the product up until it reaches its end-of-life. EPR makes producers responsible for waste tyres and for their disposal, recycling and reuse practices. The Central Pollution Control Board has guidelines for the proper handling of waste tires. EPR registration forces producers to adopt ethical practices for the benefit of the environment. EPR registration ensures that all eligible companies are working together to create a greener and cleaner India. Allow our ASC Group team to assist you with obtaining an EPR certificate. You would be welcome to join our list of happy customers!
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1. What is Extended Producer Responsibilty (EPR), and what does it mean?
EPR is the producer's responsibility for the environmental management of their product from the moment it leaves the factory until the time of disposal.
Q2. What is retreading
The process of retreading involves replacing the tread rubber and sidewalls on a worn out, structurally sound tyre.
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