Guidelines for Registration of Recyclers and Co-Processors on the EPR Portal

Introduction

The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC), has introduced new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) guidelines for the Co-Processors and Recycler registration on EPR Portal. These guidelines are part of the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Second Amendment Rules, 2023, ensuring proper recycling and co-processing of used oil.

Key Guidelines for Registration of Recyclers and Co-Processors

1. Applicability of the Guidelines

These Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) apply to:

Recyclers: Entities engaged in the recycling and re-refining of used oil.
Co-Processors: Industries using used oil as an alternative fuel or raw material.
Used oil types covered: Hydraulic oil, transformer oil, turbine oil, brake oil, compressor oil, lubrication oil, engine oil, and thermal fluids.

All Recyclers and Co-Processors must register on the CPCB EPR Portal for compliance.

2. Step-by-Step Registration Process

Step 1: Sign-Up on the EPR Portal

Visit https://eprusedoil.cpcb.gov.in
Create a login ID by providing:
- Company details (GST, PAN, IEC, CIN)
- Authorized person’s credentials
- Entity type (Recycler/Co-Processor/Importer/Producer)

Step 2: Submission of Registration Form

The application consists of six sections:

General Details (Company, registration, and authorized person details)
Recycling Equipment & Laboratory Facilities (Machinery, staff, lab accreditation)
Geo-Images of Facility (GPS-tagged photos of recycling/co-processing sites)
Pollution Control Devices (Details of air, water, and noise pollution control measures)
Declaration of Compliance (Self-certification of adherence to EPR rules)
Payment of Fees (Based on processing capacity)

Step 3: Upload Required Documents

GST Certificate
PAN & CIN Documents
Import Export Code (IEC) Certificate
Consent to Operate (CTO) from SPCB/PCC
Process Flow Diagram & Material Balance Sheet
Annual Reports for the last 3 years
Geo-tagged photos & videos of facility

Step 4: Approval & Certificate Issuance

CPCB reviews applications within 21 working days.
If any information is missing, applicants will be notified through the portal.
Once verified, a digitally signed Registration Certificate is issued online.

3. Registration Fees

Fees are based on processing capacity (Metric Tonnes per Annum – MTA):

> 20,000 MTA – ₹75,000
10,000 – 20,000 MTA – ₹50,000
5,000 – 10,000 MTA – ₹35,000
< 5,000 MTA – ₹25,000

4. Late Fee Mechanism & Amendments

If an application is returned due to missing details, applicants can resubmit without any penalty within the stipulated period.
If re-submission is delayed, a late fee will be applied (details to be updated by CPCB).
Amendments to registration details after 21 days will incur a ₹10,000 processing fee per change.

5. Revocation of Registration & Penalties for Non-Compliance

CPCB may revoke registration under the following conditions:

False declarations or misrepresentation of data
Failure to meet recycling targets
Environmental violations
Non-compliance with pollution control measures

Penalties may include:

Suspension of registration for up to 5 years
Environmental compensation charges
Legal action under the Environment Protection Act, 1986

Conclusion

The EPR registration for Recyclers and Co-Processors is a vital regulatory step towards sustainable waste management in India. By enforcing strict compliance and traceability, the government aims to improve recycling efficiency, minimize environmental damage, and promote circular economy principles.

Industries must ensure timely registration, follow EPR guidelines, and maintain accurate records to avoid penalties and disruptions in operations.

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