Revised Enforcement Date for BIS Quality Control on PVC Homopolymers

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced a new amendment to the Polypropylene (PP) Materials for Moulding and Extrusion (Quality Control) Order, 2024. The amendment, issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, modifies paragraph 1, sub-paragraph (2) of the original order, changing the enforcement date to June 24, 2025. The original order was first published on February 26, 2024, and later revised on August 23, 2024.

Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Homopolymers typically require BIS certification to be approved for import and sale in India.

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Updated Certification Rules for Telecom Equipment in India – TEC 93009:2024

The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) in India has announced amendments to the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) Procedure v3.0 (TEC 93009:2024). These changes, which take immediate effect, refine the definitions and certification criteria for telecom equipment. Products in the telecommunications sector usually require TEC certification to be approved for import and sale in India.

One key amendment updates Clause 2.1(iii) to define an “Associated Model” as a telecom equipment variant with identical software but different hardware configurations, such as chassis, motherboards, or access ports derived from an already tested and certified main model. Additionally, Clause 2.1(xiv) now states that a “Model” is identified by unique hardware or software versions. Any difference in these aspects results in a distinct model designation.

Further changes clarify that combinations of independent telecom equipment forming a system are not certified under MTCTE. Instead, each piece of equipment must be tested and certified separately.

The TEC certification has been mandatory since April 2019. Every year the Telecommunication Engineering Center (TEC) expands the certification catalog and adds more telecom products. See the list of TEC standards here.

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India delays BIS Implementation for HDPE/PP Woven Sacks until June 2025

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has issued amendments to the Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Polypropylene (PP) woven sacks used for various packaging applications. The enforcement date for all three QCOs has been extended from December 6, 2024, to June 6, 2025. High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and Polypropylene (PP) products generally require BIS certification to be approved for import and sale in India.

The amendments affect the following products:

1. HDPE/PP Woven Sacks for 50 kg Cement Packaging – Revised enforcement date: June 6, 2025.
2. PP Woven, Laminated, Block Bottom Valve Sacks for 50 kg Cement Packaging – Revised enforcement date: June 6, 2025.
3. PP/HDPE Laminated Woven Sacks for Mail Sorting, Storage, Transport, and Distribution – Revised enforcement date: June 6, 2025.

These changes aim to provide manufacturers and stakeholders additional time for compliance with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) requirements​.

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MPR Celebrates 20 Years of Success in the Certification Industry

MPR International proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary as a successful company in the global certification sector. Since its founding in 2005 as MPR China Certification GmbH, the company has expanded its reach from Europe to a worldwide customer base. Initially, MPR specialized in China certifications, particularly the China Compulsory Certification (CCC). By establishing strong relationships with international authorities and offering innovative services, MPR has become a leading provider of certifications in the automotive and other product industries.

In 2013, MPR China Certification GmbH achieved a significant milestone when it was recognized as an Outstanding Certification Company by the China Certification Center for Automotive Products (CCAP). Further recognition followed from the Shanghai Motor Vehicle Inspection Center (SMVIC), which honored MPR as an Excellent Partner for vehicle components and comprehensive testing. Additionally, an MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) was signed with SMVIC.

Since 2019, MPR has successfully expanded its reach to the markets of India, Korea, and Japan.
In India, the company strengthened its collaboration with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), which paid an official visit to Frankfurt to enhance certification processes and international partnerships, offering clients more efficient solutions. Furthermore, MPR works closely with the Automotive Research Association of India (ARAI) and the International Centre for Automotive Technology (iCAT) to provide type approvals and regulatory compliance services in the growing Indian market. An MOU was also signed with iCAT.

In Korea, MPR collaborates with local authorities and testing laboratories to ensure compliance with national standards. This partnership has been reinforced through regular visits to Korean certification bodies and technical inspection institutions, which has helped streamline and enhance the transparency of certification processes for clients in Korea.

A pivotal step in the company’s development was joining the Certania Group, a leading conglomerate specializing in testing, inspection, and certification services. This has enabled MPR to significantly expand its global testing and service capabilities.

MPR is committed to further expanding its capacity to ensure fast and reliable certification processes. Its participation in forums such as the Future Battery Forum underscores its dedication to supporting the introduction of innovative technologies into international markets. MPR has already established itself as a trusted certification provider for battery technologies, e-mobility, and hydrogen products.

Through strong partnerships and continuous improvements, MPR remains a leader in the product certification industry and looks forward to continuing to offer its clients excellent and optimized services.