Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for Used Oil is a mandatory environmental compliance framework introduced under the Hazardous and Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Second Amendment Rules, 2023, notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC).
Under this framework, Producers, Importers and Brand Owners (PIBOs) of base oil and lubricants are legally responsible for ensuring environmentally sound collection, channelisation and re-refining of used oil generated from their products.
The system is implemented and monitored by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) through the official Used Oil EPR Portal.
Without valid EPR registration, manufacturing, importing, selling or processing regulated oil categories in India may attract penalties under environmental laws.
E-Waste Management refers to the organized collection, transportation, dismantling, recycling, and environmentally safe disposal of end-of-life electronic products.
Manufacturers of base oil, lubricants, greases and industrial oils sold in India.
Importers of base oil, hydraulic oil, transformer oil, engine oil and related lubricant products.
Companies marketing lubricants under their own brand name through third-party manufacturing.
Units processing used oil into Re-refined Base Oil (RRBO) through approved technologies.
Authorised aggregators collecting and supplying used oil to registered re-refiners.
Industries and cement plants using used oil as Alternative Fuel & Raw Material (AFR).
CPCB issues separate registrations to different stakeholders in the used oil value chain. Choose the correct category based on your business activity.
| Registration Category | Who Should Apply | Validity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
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Producer Registration
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Indian manufacturers of base oil, lubricants, greases & specialty oils for domestic sale. | 5 Years (renewable) | ✅ PIBO |
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Importer Registration
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Entities importing base oil, lube oil, hydraulic / transformer / industrial oils. | 5 Years (renewable) | ✅ PIBO |
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Brand Owner Registration
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Companies selling lubricants under their own brand though manufactured by third party. | 5 Years (renewable) | 🏷️ Brand |
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Re-refiner Registration
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Used oil re-refining units producing RRBO through approved technologies. | 5 Years (renewable) | ♻️ Re-refiner |
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Used Oil Collection Agent
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Authorised aggregators collecting used oil from generators and supplying re-refiners. | 5 Years (renewable) | 🚛 Collector |
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Co-processor Registration
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Cement plants & industries using used oil as Alternative Fuel & Raw Material (AFR). | 5 Years (renewable) | 🔥 Co-processor |
From data collection to certificate download — we handle every step on the CPCB EPR Used Oil portal so you can focus on your business.
We assess your business model — Producer, Importer, Re-refiner, Collector or Co-processor — and determine the exact EPR category, target liability and document set.
Compile last 1–3 years' production, import or re-refining quantity data with CA certification and supporting invoices.
Create a verified login on the CPCB Used Oil EPR Portal using company PAN, GST and OTP verification.
Prepare KYC, brand list, manufacturing/import data, CTE/CTO, Hazardous Waste Authorization and process diagrams.
Fill the prescribed online form, upload documents, declare EPR targets and pay CPCB registration fees.
CPCB may raise technical or documentation queries. We respond with corrected files within timelines.
The digitally signed EPR Registration Certificate is generated on approval and remains valid for 5 years.
Re-refiners generate EPR Certificates while PIBOs purchase certificates and fulfil annual return obligations.
CPCB has notified phased EPR targets for Producers, Importers & Brand Owners of base oil & lubricants. The target is calculated as a percentage of the quantity placed on the Indian market in the relevant base year.
| Obligation Year | Base Year (Quantity Placed) | EPR Target (% of Base) |
|---|---|---|
| FY 2024–25 | FY 2022–23 (in MT) | 5% |
| FY 2025–26 | FY 2023–24 (in MT) | 10% |
| FY 2026–27 | FY 2024–25 (in MT) | 20% |
| FY 2027–28 | FY 2025–26 (in MT) | 30% |
| FY 2028–29 | FY 2026–27 (in MT) | 40% |
| FY 2029–30 | FY 2027–28 (in MT) | 50% |
| FY 2030–31 | FY 2028–29 (in MT) | 60% |
| FY 2031–32 | FY 2029–30 (in MT) | 70% |
| FY 2032–33 onwards | FY of 2 years prior | 75% |
⚠️ Important: Used oil re-refining and reprocessing units must mandatorily comply with the CPCB SOP for Used Oil Re-refining (latest revision). Non-compliant units risk closure orders, EC charges and de-registration on the EPR portal.
Common questions about EPR Registration for E-Waste Management in India.
Yes. Under Schedule VIII of the Hazardous & Other Wastes (Management and Transboundary Movement) Second Amendment Rules, 2023, every importer of base oil, lubricants, and similar petroleum products must obtain EPR registration from CPCB before import. Customs authorities may hold consignments without a valid EPR registration number.
For complete and correctly filed applications, CPCB generally issues EPR registration within 30–60 working days. Including documentation and query handling, the overall process usually takes around 5–9 weeks.
EPR registration for Producers, Importers, Re-refiners, Collection Agents, and Co-processors is valid for 5 years and can be renewed thereafter. Annual compliance filings remain mandatory during the validity period.
The EPR obligation is calculated as a percentage of the quantity of base oil and lubricants placed on the Indian market during the applicable base year. The target percentage increases gradually from 5% to 75% as per the CPCB schedule.
Stay compliant with CPCB regulations and avoid Environmental Compensation, customs delays, and business restrictions. Our experts handle the complete registration process — from documentation to approval — quickly and hassle-free.
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