EPR Registration for Tyre Waste

Overview Requirement Benefits Eligibility Documents procedure Fees FAQ

Introduction

EPR Registration for Tyre Waste is a mandatory CPCB authorization under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2022 (Schedule IX), required for every producer, importer, and brand owner of new tyres in India, as well as recyclers and retreaders.

Registration happens on the CPCB's centralized Waste Tyre EPR portal, where producers report tyre categories, manufacturing or import quantities, and their EPR compliance plan. Producers must meet escalating annual recycling targets — reaching 100% since 2024-25 — by purchasing EPR or retreading certificates from CPCB-registered recyclers and retreaders. Missing targets or operating without registration can trigger environmental compensation and legal action under the Environment (Protection) Act, 1986.

What Is EPR Registration for Tyre Waste?

EPR Registration for Tyre Waste is the legal authorization that the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) grants to tyre producers, importers, and brand owners under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2022. It formally establishes an entity's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) — the obligation to ensure that a defined share of the tyres it manufactures or imports each year is collected and processed through environmentally sound recycling or retreading.

These rules, notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) and effective from 21 July 2022, introduced Schedule IX specifically for waste tyre management. Unlike voluntary industry take-back schemes, EPR for tyre waste is a binding regulatory requirement enforced through a centralized online portal operated by CPCB, where every producer, recycler, and retreader must register before commencing or continuing business activity.

Legal Framework Governing Tyre EPR Registration

Tyre waste EPR in India is governed by the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Amendment Rules, 2022, which amended the parent Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Rules, 2016. The tyre-specific framework is laid out under Schedule IX of the amendment.

Who Needs EPR Registration for Tyre Waste?

Under Schedule IX, the definition of 'Producer' is broad and covers multiple ways a business can be responsible for tyres entering the Indian market. The following categories of entities are required to register on the CPCB Waste Tyre EPR portal:

Recycling Pathways and End-Products Covered

A key part of understanding tyre EPR is knowing what recyclers and retreaders are permitted to produce from waste tyres, since this determines how EPR certificates are generated and valued on the CPCB portal.

Benefits of EPR Registration for Tyre Waste

Eligibility Criteria for Tyre EPR Registration

Eligibility depends on the role a business plays in the tyre supply chain. You are required to register on the CPCB Waste Tyre EPR portal if your business falls into any of the following categories:

Documents Required for Tyre EPR Registration

Step-by-Step Process for EPR Registration for Tyre Waste

EPR Targets and Ongoing Compliance Obligations

The core of tyre EPR compliance is meeting the annual recycling targets fixed by CPCB under Schedule IX. These targets are based on the quantity of new tyres manufactured or imported two years prior (Y-2) and have escalated rapidly to reach full compliance:

Fees for EPR Registration for Tyre Waste

CPCB prescribes registration and renewal fees for producers, recyclers, and retreaders on the Waste Tyre EPR portal, generally structured as a base application fee combined with a per-tonne component linked to the quantity of tyres manufactured or imported. Because fee slabs are periodically revised and can vary by applicant category and scale of operations, it's best to confirm the current, exact fee directly on the CPCB Waste Tyre EPR portal or through a compliance consultant before submitting your application, rather than relying on a fixed published figure.

Validity, Renewal, and Compliance Timeline

Why Choose Silvereye Certifications for Tyre EPR Registration

Silvereye Certifications works with tyre manufacturers, importers, brand owners, recyclers, and retreaders across India to simplify EPR registration end-to-end — from documentation and portal filing to EPR plan preparation, target tracking, and EPR certificate procurement. Our team stays current with CPCB circulars and Schedule IX target revisions so your compliance never falls behind.

Frequently Asked Questions on EPR Registration for Tyre Waste

What is EPR Registration for Tyre Waste?

It is the mandatory CPCB authorization under Schedule IX of the Hazardous and Other Wastes (M&TM) Amendment Rules, 2022, that establishes a tyre producer's, importer's, or brand owner's responsibility to meet annual recycling targets for tyres placed in the Indian market.

Who needs to register for tyre waste EPR in India?

A New tyre manufacturers, brand owners, tyre importers, automobile manufacturers importing tyres or tyre-fitted vehicles, waste tyre importers, recyclers, and retreaders.

How do I apply for EPR registration for tyre waste?

A Applicants sign up on the CPCB Waste Tyre EPR portal, submit the registration form (Form 1) with company and tyre data within 30 days of sign-up, upload supporting documents, and pay the applicable fee.

What is the current EPR recycling target for tyre producers?

A Since financial year 2024-25, the EPR target has reached 100% of the quantity of new tyres manufactured or imported two years prior (Y-2).

How long are EPR certificates for tyre waste valid?

As confirmed on the CPCB Waste Tyre EPR portal, EPR and Retreading Certificates generated by recyclers and retreaders are valid for two years.

Do tyre importers have a different EPR obligation than manufacturers?

Yes. Importers of new or waste tyres generally have a flat obligation of 100% of the quantity imported in the preceding year (Y-1), rather than the escalating percentage structure applied to domestic manufacturers.

Can a producer meet its EPR obligation through retreading instead of recycling?

Yes. Registered retreaders can issue Retreading Certificates, which allow a producer to defer a portion of its EPR obligation by one year.

What happens if a producer fails to meet its EPR target?

CPCB can levy environmental compensation charges and may suspend or cancel the entity's EPR registration after giving an opportunity to be heard.

Are recyclers and retreaders required to register separately from producers?

Yes. If an entity operates in more than one category — for example, as both a producer and a recycler — it must register separately for each category on the CPCB portal.

What documents are required for tyre EPR registration?

Typically PAN, GST certificate, CIN, IEC (for importers), authorized signatory details, a waste tyre management plan, and historical tyre category and quantity data.