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.
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.
To get a plastic EPR certificate for your cosmetic brand, follow this overall strategy:
Here's how cosmetic brands can apply online:
Visit the CPCB EPR Portal
Go to the official CPCB portal: https://cpcbeprplastic.in and register your business.
Upload Company Details
Enter basic information like company name, address, PAN, GST, contact person, etc.
Declare Plastic Packaging
Categorize your packaging:
Category I – Rigid plastics (jars, cream containers)
Category II – Flexible plastics (sachets, tubes)
Category III & IV – Multilayered or biodegradable packaging
Calculate Annual Plastic Usage
Enter your estimated plastic use (in metric tons). This helps determine your Extended Producer Responsibility targets.
Tie-Up with a PRO or Recycler
Upload a valid agreement with a CPCB-registered Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) or authorized plastic waste recycler.
Upload Required Documents
PAN and GST certificate
Product & packaging list
Plastic Waste Management Plan
MoU with PRO
Board Resolution (if required)
Submit Application & Pay Fees
Once everything is submitted, pay the government processing fee.
Get Your Certificate
After review and approval, your plastic EPR certificate will be issued—valid for 1 year.
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.
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