By Team Metacorp on July 2, 2025

How Cosmetic Brands Can Get a Plastic EPR Certificate Easily

How Cosmetic Brands Can Get a Plastic EPR Certificate Easily

The Indian cosmetic industry is growing rapidly, but so is its plastic footprint. Most beauty and personal care products are packed in plastic tubes, jars, and bottles—which makes it essential for every cosmetic brand to comply with the Plastic Waste Management Rules and obtain a plastic EPR certificate.

This guide will help cosmetic companies understand how to get a plastic EPR certificate in the simplest and most compliant way.

What is a Plastic EPR Certificate?

EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) is a government policy that makes producers responsible for collecting and recycling the plastic waste generated by their products. A Plastic EPR Certificate is issued by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) to ensure that a business complies with these regulations.

If you're a cosmetic brand owner, importer, or manufacturer using plastic in any part of your packaging—this certificate is mandatory.

How to Get a Plastic EPR Certificate

To get a plastic EPR certificate for your cosmetic brand, follow this overall strategy:

  • Understand Your Responsibility: Identify what type and quantity of plastic packaging you are using (rigid, flexible, multilayered, etc.)
  • Partner with a PRO: A Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) helps you manage plastic waste collection, recycling, and documentation.
  • Prepare Documents: Keep business registration, PAN, GST, packaging data, and a plastic waste management plan ready.
  • Apply on CPCB Portal: Submit your EPR application with the required data and documents.
  • Get Verified and Certified: Once verified, CPCB will issue your certificate valid for 1 year.

How to Apply for Plastic EPR Certificate – Step-by-Step

Here's how cosmetic brands can apply online:

  1. Visit the CPCB EPR Portal
    Go to the official CPCB portal: https://cpcbeprplastic.in and register your business.

  2. Upload Company Details
    Enter basic information like company name, address, PAN, GST, contact person, etc.

  3. Declare Plastic Packaging
    Categorize your packaging:

    1. Category I – Rigid plastics (jars, cream containers)

    2. Category II – Flexible plastics (sachets, tubes)

    3. Category III & IV – Multilayered or biodegradable packaging

  4. Calculate Annual Plastic Usage
    Enter your estimated plastic use (in metric tons). This helps determine your Extended Producer Responsibility targets.

  5. Tie-Up with a PRO or Recycler
    Upload a valid agreement with a CPCB-registered Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) or authorized plastic waste recycler.

  6. Upload Required Documents

    1. PAN and GST certificate

    2. Product & packaging list

    3. Plastic Waste Management Plan

    4. MoU with PRO

    5. Board Resolution (if required)

  7. Submit Application & Pay Fees
    Once everything is submitted, pay the government processing fee.

  8. Get Your Certificate
    After review and approval, your plastic EPR certificate will be issued—valid for 1 year.

Documents Required for Cosmetic Brands

  • PAN & GST certificate
  • Brand ownership proof
  • MoU with a PRO/recycler
  • Plastic usage and packaging breakdown
  • Product list
  • Board resolution (if needed)

Bonus Tips for Easy Approval

  • Maintain monthly records of plastic packaging usage and disposal
  • File annual EPR returns on time
  • Use professional help from EPR consultants like Metacorp to avoid delays or rejection
  • Always work with registered PROs or recyclers

Conclusion

Getting a plastic EPR certificate for your cosmetic brand is no longer a complex process—if you follow the correct steps. With the right planning and documentation, you can stay compliant, avoid penalties, and contribute to plastic waste reduction in India.

To learn more about plasic EPR certificate in Haryana, Gujarat, Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh we recommend you to visit Metacorp as it solve legal and compliance issues of new and established businesses.
 

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