Plastic Packaging
End-to-end compliance support for plastic packaging under the Plastic Waste Management Rules, ensuring regulatory alignment, transparency, and audit readiness.
Plastic Packaging EPR Compliance
Plastic packaging is one of the most closely regulated waste streams under India’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework. ReCirculytics provides end-to-end compliance support to help businesses meet their plastic packaging obligations under the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules, ensuring regulatory alignment, transparency, and audit readiness.
From applicability assessment to execution and reporting, we help organisations manage plastic packaging EPR with confidence and control.
Understanding Plastic Packaging EPR
Plastic packaging EPR places the responsibility for post-consumer plastic waste management on Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners (PIBOs). Under the PWM Rules, obligated entities must ensure the collection, recycling, reuse, or end-of-life processing of plastic packaging introduced into the Indian market.
Categories of Plastic Packaging
Plastic packaging is classified into distinct categories, each carrying specific EPR obligations:
Category I
Rigid Plastic Packaging
Includes bottles, containers, jars, trays, and other rigid plastic formats used for packaging products.
Category II
Flexible Plastic Packaging
Covers single-layer and multi-layer flexible plastics such as pouches, sachets, wraps, and films.
Category III
Multi-Layered Plastic Packaging
Packaging composed of multiple layers of different materials, where at least one layer is plastic.
Category IV
Compostable Plastic Packaging
Who Needs to Comply
Plastic packaging EPR applies to:
- Producers of plastic packaging materials
- Importers of packaged products or plastic packaging
- Brand Owners selling products in plastic packaging
- E-commerce platforms and online marketplaces
Applicability depends on the quantity of plastic packaging placed in the market, geographical reach, and nature of operations. Both India-wide and state-level operations are subject to compliance.
EPR Obligations & Targets
Obligated entities must:
- Register on the CPCB EPR portal
- Declare category-wise plastic packaging quantities
- Meet annual EPR targets through recycling, reuse, or end-of-life processing
- Procure and utilise valid EPR certificates
- Submit periodic compliance reports within prescribed timelines
Failure to meet targets or reporting requirements can lead to penalties, restrictions, and increased regulatory scrutiny.
Regulatory Registration & Documentation
Plastic packaging EPR compliance requires accurate and timely regulatory filings, including:
- CPCB EPR registration and approvals
- Category-wise packaging declarations
- Annual and periodic EPR returns
- Supporting documentation for fulfilment and certificates
- Amendments, renewals, and regulatory responses
ReCirculytics ensures that all documentation is complete, consistent, and audit-ready.
How ReCirculytics Supports Plastic Packaging EPR
We provide comprehensive compliance support tailored to your business model:
- Plastic packaging applicability assessment
- Category-wise EPR target calculation and planning
- Development of compliant fulfilment strategies
- Recycler and PRO coordination
- Validation and procurement of EPR certificates
- Quarterly and annual compliance reporting
- Regulatory audit and notice support
Our focus is on practical execution backed by regulatory defensibility.
Our Approach to Plastic Packaging Compliance
Failure to meet targets or reporting requirements can lead to penalties, restrictions, and increased regulatory scrutiny.
Assess
We analyse your plastic packaging footprint, applicability, and compliance risk.
Design
We create a category-specific EPR strategy aligned with regulatory requirements
Execute
We support implementation through coordinated fulfilment, documentation, and reporting.
Monitor & Improve
We track compliance performance, regulatory updates, and continuously optimise your EPR strategy.
Common Compliance Challenges
Businesses often face challenges such as:
- Incorrect classification of plastic packaging categories
- Shortfall in EPR target fulfilment
- Delays or errors in regulatory reporting
- Changing regulatory interpretations and amendments
ReCirculytics helps mitigate these risks through structured compliance systems and proactive oversight.
Driving Real Plastic Waste Outcomes
Beyond regulatory compliance, our work contributes to:
- Verified and traceable plastic waste recycling
- Reduced regulatory and reputational risk
- Transparent compliance reporting
- Strengthened circular economy outcomes
We help organisations move from reactive compliance to responsible, sustainable plastic packaging management.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, EPR is mandatory for all applicable Producers, Importers, and Brand Owners under the PWM Rules.
Targets are calculated based on category-wise plastic packaging quantities introduced into the market, as per regulatory guidelines.
Yes, EPR certificates issued by authorised recyclers and processors can be used to fulfil obligations, subject to validity and traceability.
Non-compliance may result in environmental compensation, regulatory actions, or suspension of registrations.
Stay Compliant. Stay Ahead.
ReCirculytics helps you navigate plastic packaging EPR with clarity, accountability, and confidence—ensuring compliance today and resilience for the future.
Start your plastic packaging compliance journey with ReCirculytics.