EPR for Battery Waste

What is EPR for Battery Waste?

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for battery waste is a regulatory system under India’s Battery Waste Management (BWM) Rules, 2022. It makes battery producers, importers, and brand‑owners responsible for the collection, recycling, and safe disposal of the batteries they put into the market.

Under EPR for battery waste:

  • Producers must register with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) through the eprbattery.cpcb.gov.in portal.
  • They must meet annual collection and recycling or refurbishing targets given in Schedule II of the BWM Rules.
  • Compliance is tracked via online returns, EPR certificates, and coordination with authorised recyclers and refurbishers.

Why is EPR for Battery Waste important for PIBOs?

EPR for battery waste is important for producers, importers, and brand owners (PIBOs) because:

01

It is mandatory – no battery producer or importer can legally sell or import batteries without valid EPR authorization under the BWM Rules, 2022.

02

It reduces environmental and health risk – ensures lead‑acid and lithium‑ion batteries are handled safely, preventing soil, water, and air pollution.

03

It avoids legal and financial penalties – non‑compliance can lead to fines, environmental compensation, and restrictions on import or sale of batteries.

04

It supports circular economy – promotes reuse, refurbishment, and recycling of valuable metals, cutting raw‑material demand and building sustainable, future‑ready brands.

What are the required documents for EPR for Battery Waste?

For EPR registration for battery waste, producers typically need:

  • PAN card and GST registration certificate of the company.
  • Company incorporation documents (Certificate of Incorporation, MOA/AOA, or LLP deed, as applicable).​
  • Proof of address of the registered office and manufacturing/import locations.
  • Details of battery types, chemistries, and estimated annual quantities placed in the market (as per BWM Rules, 2022).
  • Agreements or arrangements with authorised battery recyclers and refurbishers (and PROs, if used).

These documents are uploaded on the CPCB battery EPR portal (eprbattery.cpcb.gov.in) during online registration and for periodic reporting.

What are the penalties of not having an EPR certificate or missing the compliance deadline?

If a producer does not have a valid EPR certificate or misses the compliance deadline for battery waste, it can face:

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Monetary penalties and environmental compensation (EC) under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986 and the Battery Waste Management Rules, 2022, for failing to meet collection and recycling targets.

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Partial or full forfeiture of EC if targets are not met within specified timelines; the collected EC is then used for collection and recycling of unmanaged waste batteries.

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Operational restrictions – authorities can restrict or stop the import, manufacture, or sale of batteries until EPR registration and compliance are achieved.

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Reputational and legal risk – non‑compliance can lead to show‑cause notices, adverse publicity, and loss of trust among customers, distributors, and regulators.

By securing EPR authorization on time and meeting quarterly and annual targets, PIBOs stay compliant, avoid penalties, and contribute to safe, sustainable battery‑waste management in India.