Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a global waste management and environmental strategy. EPR makes sure that all stakeholders in a production cycle – producers, Importers, and Brand Owners, recyclers and Bulk Consumers- are responsible for their waste management and recycling activities.
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) is responsible for enforcing EPR compliance in India under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016. The amended regulation establishes Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) requirements for non-ferrous metal scrap, which will take effect from 1 April 2026.
The Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules explain that PIBOs are responsible for:
Non-compliance with these regulations can result in penalties and brand reputation damage.
Under this category, alloys and products containing Aluminum are taken into consideration. It includes beverage cans, foils, panels, windows, and structural profiles.
Products and materials that contain copper, especially items like electrical cables, wires, motor windings, and transformers include in CPCB EPR rules.
Items like electrical cables, wires, motor windings, and transformers are mentioned in the CPCB regulation. They must be audited in real time.
Required under applicable waste management regulations.
Ensures achievement of prescribed material recovery targets.
Prevents hazardous disposal of metal scrap waste.
Facilitates regulatory compliance for metal importers.
Avoids fines, suspension, or compliance notices.
Strengthens ESG and environmental disclosures.
Encourages reuse and responsible resource recovery.
Maintains uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
The following documents are generally required:
Producers, importers, and brand owners.
Aluminum, copper, zinc, lead, and alloys.
Yes, authorized recycler tie-up required.
Yes, periodic compliance reports are mandatory.
CPCB and State Pollution Control Boards.
