EPR Registration for
Cordless Telephones

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) registration for cordless telephones is the authorisation that the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) grants to producers of these devices in India. It applies to any business that produces, imports or markets cordless telephones under its own brand. Under the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, cordless telephones are listed as ITEW14 in the IT and telecom equipment group, and producers file the application on the CPCB's online EPR portal. Registration marks the start of e-waste EPR compliance for cordless telephone producers in India. Once registered, the producer takes responsibility for the product's end-of-life by purchasing EPR certificates from CPCB-registered recyclers to meet its recycling targets and by filing returns on the portal.

Understanding Cordless Telephones as E-Waste Under Category ITEW14

A cordless telephone has a handset that connects wirelessly to a base station plugged into a landline. It consists of a printed circuit board (PCB), a rechargeable battery, a plastic casing, and a charger. Once the cordless telephone stops functioning, it becomes e-waste. Under Schedule I of the E-waste (Management) Rules, 2022, cordless telephones are classified as ITEW14 under Information Technology and Telecom equipment.

The Rules place responsibility for compliance on the producer, not the consumer. Producers include manufacturers, importers and brand owners, including those who sell through online platforms. Each producer must register on the CPCB portal and meet the recycling targets set by the Rules based on the volume of products they sell. These requirements aim to prevent soil and water pollution caused by discarded batteries and circuit boards.

EPR Registration for Cordless Telephones (ITEW14) at a Glance 

EPR Registration Process for Cordless Telephones on the CPCB Portal

The process is fully online. Here is how it generally works:

Step 1: Open an account: Sign up on the CPCB EPR e-waste portal as a "Producer" using your company name and the authorised person's details. 
Step 2: Fill out the application form: Enter your business details, product details (ITEW14 for cordless phones), and sales/import quantities (in kg) for previous financial years.
Step 3: Upload necessary documents: Upload the necessary documents listed in the next section.  
Step 4: Pay the application fee: Pay online through the portal. 
Step 5: CPCB verification: CPCB authorities will verify your application. In case of incomplete details, you will be required to make corrections through the portal.
Step 6: EPR registration certificate: After approval, you can download the EPR registration certificate from the portal. It includes the registration number, the equipment covered under the registration, and EPR obligations.
Step 7: Fulfil EPR obligations: Buy EPR certificates from CPCB-registered recyclers through the portal and file your returns.

Documents Required for EPR E-Waste Registration for Cordless Telephones

• Proof of business registration, certificate of incorporation
• PAN of the enterprise 
• Certificate of GST registration
• IEC (Import Export Code) issued by DGFT, required if you import cordless telephones 
• Letter of authority or identification proof of a person working on behalf of the organisation
• Sales or import records for the previous years, supported by invoices, bills of entry or GST returns 
• Product details such as type, model, brand and quantity. 
• Trademark details or authorisation letter from brand owner, if applicable
• Complete bank details and evidence of payment of fees
• Signed declarations/undertakings required by the portal 
• Make sure that uploaded files are not only correct but also the latest and verified, i.e., they contain no discrepancies between the original documents and the application. 

Validity of EPR Registration for Cordless Telephones and How to Renew It 

• Validity: An EPR registration certificate is valid for five years from the date of issuance.
• Renewal: Apply on the portal at least 120 days before the certificate expires. Applying early helps ensure a smooth renewal process and prevents a gap in which you would be selling without valid registration.

To stay in good standing throughout the five years:

• Make sure that the returns are filed on the portal on time
• Have the annual EPR obligation fulfilled using the certificates obtained from CPCB-registered recyclers 
• If there are any changes in the information about the company or its product line, update them on the portal 
• Keep records in place for checking by CPCB or State Pollution Control Boards
• Failure to comply with these requirements may lead to penalties like environmental compensation fines or cancellation of registration.

How ERCS Private Limited Supports with EPR Registration for Cordless Telephones

EPR rules are detailed, and portal applications are easy to get wrong. ERCS Private Limited helps businesses handle the process from start to finish:

• EPR Obligations Assessment: Determine the EPR obligations that you are liable for.
• Documentation Assistance: Help create all necessary business, product, and compliance-related documents.
• CPCB Portal Application: Assist in preparing and submitting the EPR registration application in the CPCB e-waste EPR Portal.
• CPCB Queries Assistance: Assist in answering any CPCB queries and clarifications raised against your registration application.
• Compliance Assistance: Assist in fulfilling any relevant EPR compliance, recordkeeping, reporting and recycling requirements.
• Amendments & Renewal: Update your registration details and file your renewal before the deadline. 

Contact ERCS Private Limited for expert support with EPR registration for cordless telephones (ITEW14).