Research: The Environment Agency's regulation of waste pneumatic tyres and their export
Summary
The Environment Agency has published findings from an internal review of its regulation of waste pneumatic tyres and their export, with a particular focus on shipments to India. The review introduces enhanced verification requirements from 1 October 2025 for exporters subject to an information notice, alongside mandatory Annex VII movement forms for all waste tyre exports from 28 October 2025.
Why it matters
While this is not a direct residential surveying issue, it is relevant to property professionals where tyre waste arises from refurbishment, demolition, or site clearance activities. Surveyors involved in due diligence, environmental risk, or project oversight should note the tighter export controls and the potential for enforcement action where waste handling is non-compliant.
Key points
- Environment Agency review focuses on waste pneumatic tyres and exports to India.
- Enhanced verification starts on 1 October 2025 for exporters subject to an information notice.
- Annex VII movement forms are required for all waste tyre exports from 28 October 2025.
- The Agency may block shipments if evidence does not satisfy environmentally sound recovery requirements.
- Concerns relate to waste being diverted to illegal pyrolysis sites in India.
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