With Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance becoming mandatory across multiple waste categories, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in India are now part of the regulatory spotlight. However, many MSMEs are unsure how to begin, what applies to them, or whether they even fall under EPR obligations.

This guide is designed to simplify EPR for MSMEs, offering clarity and actionable steps to become compliant without unnecessary complexity.

Does EPR Apply to MSMEs?

If your MSME is involved in:

  • Manufacturing or importing plastic-packaged goods, electronics, batteries, tyres, or oil

  • Selling under your own brand name

  • Producing goods that eventually create post-consumer waste

Then yes, you are likely subject to EPR laws under various CPCB regulations.

Common Waste Categories for MSMEs

Many MSMEs are involved in sectors that create waste in the following categories:

  • Plastic Waste: Packaging, shrink wraps, bottles

  • E-Waste: Electronics and small electrical equipment

  • Battery Waste: Lithium-ion, lead-acid batteries

  • Used Oil: Automotive or industrial lubricants

  • Used Tyres & Hazardous Waste: Tyre dealers, auto garages, chemical units

Why EPR is Important for MSMEs

✅ Avoid Legal Risks

Operating without EPR registration can lead to fines, cancellation of licenses, or inability to sell on marketplaces.

✅ Improve Market Access

Many marketplaces (like Amazon, Flipkart, etc.) require EPR registration numbers before onboarding sellers.

✅ Enhance Brand Image

Demonstrating eco-compliance builds trust with customers and partners.

Simple Steps for MSMEs to Get EPR Compliant

1. Identify Applicable Waste Category

Based on your product, determine which CPCB EPR regulation applies.

2. Get EPR Registration

Register your business with the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) or SPCB depending on your scale and category.

3. Choose a Verified PRO

Since most MSMEs don’t handle collection or recycling, choose a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) to fulfill targets.

4. Maintain Documentation

Keep track of sales, collection, recycling certificates, and submit reports regularly.

How TEN R Sustainability Supports MSMEs

We provide affordable, end-to-end EPR support for MSMEs including:

🔹 Eligibility assessment
🔹 Registration with CPCB
🔹 PRO and Recycler linkage
🔹 Certificate & reporting management
🔹 Awareness support campaigns

Whether you’re just starting or want to expand legally and sustainably, we’re here to make EPR simple and affordable for you.

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