BIS Certification Schemes in India
BIS certification is the process of obtaining quality standards certificates from the Bureau of Indian Standards for the manufacture and sale of various products in India. Indian BIS schemes for certification are mostly voluntary and allow businesses to decide whether they want certification or not. The Central Government does enforce mandatory certification for certain products to ensure that they comply with Indian Standards. These mandatory certification schemes serve several important purposes: protecting the public, ensuring safety for people, animals and plants, promoting the protection of the environment, preventing unfair practices and maintaining national security. In these cases, the Central Government mandates the use of the Standard Mark obtained by a License or Certificate of Conformity issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
Let's now examine the role of Bureau of Indian Standards in ensuring quality standards of Indian products.
Bureau of Indian Standards
The Bureau of Indian Standards is an Indian Standard Organization that functions under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution, which is part of the Government of India. BIS ensures the stability and reliability of end-user products. This is achieved through the issuance and maintenance of many quality certificates, as well as active involvement in managing and grading products, setting industry standards and conducting tests.
A law was passed in 1986 that empowered BIS to offer voluntary product certification schemes to manufacturers. The standard mark is used by manufacturers who are confident that their products meet Indian standards.
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Note that BIS Mandatory products sold within India must adhere to Indian standards, and include the standard mark. If these criteria are not met, the sale of such products in India is prohibited.
Let's now explore the activities of the Bureau of Indian Standards.
BIS Activities
See what the Bureau of Indian Standards is doing.
Standard Formulation
Product Marking and Certification
Testing Services
Training Services
System Certification
Industrial Awarness
We learned about BIS in the paragraph that preceded. Let's now examine the different certification schemes that BIS offers.
BIS Certification Scheme
BIS runs a variety of certification schemes for issuing different quality certifications. The aim is to provide high-quality products that are free of risk. BIS has a product-certification scheme that allows manufacturers to sell their products into India with the BIS standard mark. The product certification scheme, although voluntary, is mandatory for certain products. These include aluminium foils, helmets and pressure cookers. A BIS license is required by the manufacturer to sell products in India with the BIS standard marks.
Let's look at the different BIS certification schemes
BIS certifications are available in different types
Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme
Domestic Manufacturer Certification Scheme
Compulsory registration scheme
BIS Hallmarking System
Eco Mark Scheme
Since you already know about the various BIS Certification Schemes, let's take a closer look at each scheme.
Foreign manufacturer certification scheme:
First, let's understand the BIS foreign manufacturer certification scheme.
The Bureau of Indian Standards, in compliance with BIS Act 2016 has run the Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme (FMC) since 2000. This scheme allows foreign producers to use a standard ISI marking on their product to sell in India. Foreign manufacturer certification department (FMCD), the only authority that can grant manufacturing licenses to foreign manufacturers, is responsible for granting them. BIS gives quality certificates to foreign producers to ensure the public gets high-quality and risk-free products.
Domestic Manufacturer Certification Scheme
BIS has a product certification system, also called an ISI mark certificate scheme, to grant a license to a manufacturer according the the conformity assessment plan - I in Schedule II of BIS (Conformity Assessment Regulation) 2018. BIS, under this scheme grants manufacturers a license to use the ISI marks on products that comply with applicable Indian standards.
ISI Mark
ISI Mark is the standard mark that the Bureau of Indian Standards awards to products. A product that has an ISI mark ensures it meets Indian standards. The ISI symbol is a sign of trust among buyers.
The Bureau of Indian Standards will issue a BIS license to the manufacturer if they wish to use the ISI Mark. For a BIS licence, the manufacturer has to ensure that his product meets all applicable Indian standards. BIS licenses can only be granted to manufacturers whose products meet all applicable Indian standards.
Compulsory registration scheme:
BIS operates a Compulsory Registration Scheme for Electronics and Information Technology Goods (CRS) that is based on the product categories announced by the Department of Electronics and Information Technology. The Bureau of Indian Standards and the Department of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) introduced this scheme in 2012 to protect Indian consumers against substandard and counterfeit goods.
In accordance with Compulsory Registration Scheme orders, it is illegal to manufacture, store for sale or sell, import or distribute any goods that are not in compliance with Indian standards as specified in the order. They must also bear the Standard Mark and a unique registration code obtained from BIS.
BIS Certification for Electronics and IT Products is part of the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme. BIS registration must be completed before electronic and IT products can be released to the market. After their products have been tested by a BIS-approved lab, manufacturers of products covered by Compulsory Registration Orders (CROs) are required to apply for BIS Registration. BIS gives manufacturers the right to apply or use the Standard Mark on electronic and IT products. Your self-declaration that your goods and articles conform to Indian Standards is the basis for BIS registration.
Compulsory registration scheme:
BIS operates a Compulsory Registration Scheme for Electronics and Information Technology Goods (CRS) that is notified by Department of Electronics and Information Technology. The Bureau of Indian Standards and the Department of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) introduced this scheme in 2012 to protect Indian consumers against substandard and counterfeit goods.
In accordance with Compulsory Registration Scheme orders, it is illegal to manufacture, store for sale or sell, import or distribute any goods that are not in compliance with Indian standards as specified in the order. They must also bear a Standard Mark and a unique registration code obtained from BIS.
BIS Certification for Electronics and IT Products is part of the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme. BIS registration must be completed before electronic and IT products can be released to the market. After their products have been tested by a BIS-approved lab, manufacturers of products covered by Compulsory Registration Orders (CROs) are required to apply for BIS Registration. BIS gives manufacturers the right to apply or use the Standard Mark on electronic and IT products. Your self-declaration that your goods and articles conform to Indian Standards is the basis for BIS registration.
Hallmarking Registration
BIS implemented a gold marking scheme in 2000, and a scheme for silver in 2005. This was done to protect consumers from adulteration as well as to obligate jewellers in maintaining a legal standard. Marking is the precise measurement and official recording of precious metal content in precious metal products. A hallmark is an official marking that is used by many countries to guarantee the purity and fineness of precious-metal items.
Jewellers must register with BIS to sell or manufacture gold or silver jewelry. BIS's hallmarking scheme allows jewellers who want to sell or manufacture hallmark jewellery to be registered. BIS grants jewellers registration for the location specified under the hallmarking plan. BIS approval is also required for assaying and marking centres. BIS must also recognize the assaying-and-hallmarking centre for assaying and marking jewellery according to ISO 15820.
Eco mark:
The Bureau of Indian Standards is responsible for administering the ECO Mark Scheme to label environmentally friendly products. The scheme covers a wide range of product categories, including Paints and Detergents; Food Items; Lubricating Oils; Packing/Packaging Materials; Architectural Paints and Powder Coatings. Batteries and Electrical and Electronic Goods. Food Additives. Wood Substitutes. Cosmetics. Aerosols and propellants. Textiles. Fire-extinguishers. Leather. The ISI Mark and the ECO Logo on a product indicate that the product meets the quality requirements as well as specific environmental criteria.
BIS is responsible to implement the Scheme, including renewal, suspension and cancellation of licenses. They also conduct inspections and collect samples for analysis for any materials or substances on which the ECO Mark was applied.
Products under BIS Certification Scheme
Take a look at what products are covered by the BIS certification scheme.
BIS certification is not compulsory for all manufacturers. Different product categories require BIS certification. BIS certification is required for 380 products. Click Hear for a list of BIS-certified products.
BIS certificate is voluntary and can be obtained by any manufacturer. This will show customers that their product meets Indian standards. Click Hear for a list 738 products that a manufacturer can apply for BIS voluntary certification.
There are 1687 electronic standards in total. Each standard specifies a product's dependability, safety and performance. The compulsory BIS registration covers 79 products in the compulsory order. This list contains the 81 products that are covered by the Compulsory Registration Scheme
BIS Certification: Benefits
BIS certification can help manufacturers gain consumer confidence.
The product's reliability and safety are made known to the consumer
BIS certification can give a manufacturer a competitive advantage over their competitors.
The manufacturer can ensure that the product complies with applicable Indian standards.
BIS Certification Process:
Documentation
Submission of an Application
Application scrutiny
Audit of Manufacturing Premises
Sample collection and testing
Licence granted
Documents needed for BIS certification:
Business license
Trademark license
Form
Air details
Authorization letter
Flowchart of the manufacturing process
Product Literature
List of Testing Equipment & Machinery
Specifications
Additional documents if required
Roles of AIR
To obtain BIS certification or registration in India, all foreign manufacturers must appoint a BIS Authorized Indian Rep (AIR). Domestic manufacturers can apply to BIS directly online via the BIS login page without appointing an Authorized Indian Rep (AIR). The AIR is responsible for ensuring that the Indian BIS Act and Rules, Regulations, Terms & Conditions, as well as the BIS Licence Guidelines are adhered to.
The following are the variations in AIR nomination:
The AIR will be assigned to the manufacturer if they have a liaison office or a branch in India.
If the manufacturer does not have a liaison office/branch office in India, but the proprietor/registered user of the brand/trademark appearing on the object is located in India, the proprietor/registered user will become AIR.
If the manufacturer has a liaison office in India and there is no proprietor/registered user of the brand/trademark appearing in the article in India, the other organization will be designated as the AIR.
It was about BIS certification for the manufacturer to use the standard mark. I hope I have addressed all your concerns regarding BIS certification.
Conclusion:
You are probably aware that it is mandatory to obtain BIS Certificate for all manufacturers in order to continue selling and exporting their products on the Indian market. You may need some clarifications if you are getting BIS certifications for the first. You should seek out expert support and advice to help you through the process of obtaining your BIS certification.
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