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Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Tyres is a regulation introduced by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to ensure sustainable management of waste tyres. It holds tyre manufacturers, importers, and brand owners accountable for collection, recycling, and safe disposal of used tyres. The policy promotes circular economy practices, reduces pollution, and prevents harmful disposal methods like open burning and illegal dumping.
What is EPR for Tyre?
EPR for Tyres is a mandatory compliance framework under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules. It requires producers, importers, and brand owners to take responsibility for the end-of-life management of tyres they introduce into the market. This includes collection, recycling, co-processing, or other environmentally friendly disposal methods. By setting recycling targets, the policy ensures maximum recovery of resources while minimizing environmental hazards caused by discarded tyres, supporting sustainable tyre lifecycle management in India.
Who Can Apply for EPR for Tyre?
- Tyre Manufacturers (Domestic)
- Tyre Importers
- Automobile Importers (importing vehicles with tyres)
- Brand Owners of Tyres
- Tyre Distributors and Traders introducing tyres in India
Documents Required for EPR for Tyre Application
- Certificate of Incorporation / MSME / GST Registration
- Import Export Code (IEC) for Importers
- PAN & Aadhaar of Authorized Signatory
- Detailed Product Information (types and specifications of tyres)
- Manufacturing or Import Data (previous 3 years, if applicable)
- Recycling/Collection Action Plan
- Board Resolution / Authorization Letter
Process to Apply for EPR for Tyre
- Online Registration – Apply through the CPCB EPR portal.
- Document Submission – Upload company and product details.
- Application Verification – CPCB reviews and verifies submissions.
- EPR Certificate Issuance – Approval granted with defined recycling/collection targets.
- Compliance & Reporting – Submit periodic returns to CPCB on collection and recycling.
- Renewal – Apply for renewal before the certificate’s expiry.
Products Covered in EPR for Tyre
- New Tyres (manufactured/imported)
- Used/Waste Tyres
- Tyres imported with vehicles
- Retreaded Tyres
- Scrap Tyres meant for recycling or co-processing
Timeline
The EPR Tyre registration and approval process generally takes 30–60 working days, depending on CPCB’s document review and verification.