Schedule I of the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022 lists 106 items of electrical and electronic equipment in seven categories. The categories are IT and telecom (ITEW), consumer electrical and electronics including photovoltaic panels (CEEW), large and small equipment (LSEEW), tools (EETW), toys, leisure and sports equipment (TLSEW), medical devices (MDW) and laboratory instruments (LIW). Each item has a code, which is used on the CPCB portal. Always check your product against the official text.
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Introduction
The 2016 E-Waste Rules covered 21 items. The 2022 Rules expanded this to 106, bringing in categories such as solar panels, medical devices and laboratory instruments. Whether your product appears in Schedule I decides if EPR obligations attach to it.
This guide supports our pillar page on e-waste EPR registration in India. It is a reference summary, not the legal text, so verify any item against the official Schedule I.
Please note: Rego Services is a private regulatory consultancy. We are not a government body and are not an authorised representative of CPCB or MoEFCC.
Schedule I at a Glance
| Code | Category | Items |
|---|---|---|
| ITEW | Information technology and telecommunication equipment | 27 (ITEW1 to ITEW27) |
| CEEW | Consumer electrical and electronics and photovoltaic panels | 19 (CEEW1 to CEEW19) |
| LSEEW | Large and small electrical and electronic equipment | 34 (LSEEW1 to LSEEW34) |
| EETW | Electrical and electronic tools, except large-scale stationary industrial tools | 8 (EETW1 to EETW8) |
| TLSEW | Toys, leisure and sports equipment | 6 (TLSEW1 to TLSEW6) |
| MDW | Medical devices | 10 (MDW1 to MDW10) |
| LIW | Laboratory instruments | 2 (LIW1 to LIW2) |
Examples by Category
Illustrative only: the examples below are selected items and are not the full list for each category. Item codes can differ from the examples if the schedule is amended, so confirm against the official text.
| Category | Example items (code) |
|---|---|
| ITEW | Mainframes and minicomputers (ITEW1); personal computers (ITEW2); laptops (ITEW3); cellular telephones (ITEW15); tablets (ITEW19); UPS (ITEW24); inverters (ITEW25); electronic data storage devices (ITEW27) |
| CEEW | Television sets (CEEW1); refrigerators (CEEW2); air-conditioners excluding centralised plants (CEEW4); monitors and electronic display panels (CEEW6); solar photovoltaic panels, cells and modules (CEEW14) |
| LSEEW | Fanning, exhaust ventilation and conditioning equipment (LSEEW15); electronic display panels, boards and visual display units (LSEEW34) |
| EETW | Equipment for turning, milling, sanding, grinding, sawing, cutting, shearing and drilling (EETW4); equipment for spraying, spreading or dispersing liquids or gases (EETW7) |
| TLSEW | Electric trains or car racing sets (TLSEW1); sports equipment with electric or electronic components (TLSEW5) |
| MDW | Radiotherapy (MDW1); cardiology (MDW2); dialysis (MDW3); nuclear medicine (MDW5); in vitro diagnostic laboratory equipment (MDW6); fertilisation test equipment (MDW9) |
| LIW | Gas analysers (LIW1); equipment having electrical and electronic components (LIW2) |
Everyday items such as microwave ovens, vacuum cleaners, hair dryers and electric kettles generally fall in the large and small equipment category. Check the exact item wording before relying on a general description.
How to Verify Your Product Classification
Step 1: Describe the product by function
Write down what the product does, its power source and its main components.
Step 2: Match it to the Schedule I description
Read the item descriptions in the official Schedule I and shortlist the closest items. Pay attention to "other" items, which catch products not named elsewhere.
Step 3: Note the item code
Record the code, such as ITEW3 or CEEW14, for use in the portal application and sales data.
Step 4: Handle multi-function products
If a product could sit in more than one item, document the reasoning and confirm with the official text or CPCB guidance rather than assuming.
Step 5: Keep your classification record
Maintain a product-to-code sheet that matches your sales data and registration entries.
Why Classification Matters
The item code drives which of your products carry EPR obligations, how your sales data is reported and how your targets are worked out. Under CPCB's schedule of compensation and certificate prices, different categories carry different rates, so a wrong code can change your numbers. Classification also affects whether you need to register at all. Importers should also note that CPCB has issued instructions on release of imported consignments of covered items, which refer to the item codes. See our importer guide.
Common Mistakes
1. Relying on general product names
Use the official item wording, not marketing names.
2. Assuming a product is out of scope
Coverage is broad, and components, consumables, parts and spares of covered equipment are also within the producer definition.
3. Using one code for a whole range
Different models may sit in different items.
4. Using an outdated list
Check the current schedule for amendments. See the E-Waste Rules, 2022 guide.
5. Not aligning data across documents
Match codes across product lists, sales data and registration entries. See the documents checklist.
How Rego Services Can Help
Rego Services is an Indian regulatory affairs consultancy working across BIS, CDSCO, BEE, EPR, TEC and WPC. For e-waste EPR, we assist with:
- Mapping your product range to Schedule I item codes
- Reviewing borderline or multi-function products
- Aligning classification with sales data and portal entries
- Registration, certificates and returns on the CPCB portal
We do not guarantee approvals or outcomes. To discuss your products, contact Rego Services.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How many products are covered under the E-Waste Rules, 2022?
Schedule I lists 106 items of electrical and electronic equipment, grouped into seven categories, compared with 21 items under the 2016 Rules.
2. Are solar panels covered?
Yes. Solar photovoltaic panels, cells and modules are listed in the consumer electrical and electronics and photovoltaic panels category (CEEW).
3. Are medical devices covered?
Yes. Schedule I includes medical devices such as radiotherapy, cardiology and dialysis equipment under the MDW codes.
4. How do I know which code applies to my product?
Match the product's function to the item descriptions in Schedule I, note its code, and confirm with the official text on the MoEFCC or CPCB website.
Official References
Reviewed by the Rego Services Compliance Team | Last Updated: October 2026 | Sources: E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, Schedule I, and CPCB documents
Disclaimer: This article is for general informational purposes and is not legal advice. Schedules may be amended. Verify current official requirements for your specific products.