India introduces Quality Control Order for Flashlights

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued the Flashlight (Quality Control) Order, 2025, under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016. Effective from its publication in the Official Gazette, this order mandates that flashlights must conform to Indian Standard 2083:2024 and bear the Standard Mark under a license from BIS, following Scheme-1 of Schedule II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. Compliance deadlines are six months for general manufacturers, nine months for small enterprises, and twelve months for micro enterprises. However, the order does not apply to domestically manufactured goods intended for export or to up to fifty imported flashlights per year for research and development purposes, provided they are not sold commercially and are disposed of as scrap.
Other than that, flashlights will generally require BIS certification to be approved for import and sale in India.

BIS is designated as the certifying and enforcement authority for flashlights under this order. Any violation of its provisions will result in penalties as per the BIS Act, 2016. The latest version of the Indian Standard, including any amendments notified by BIS, will apply.

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India introduces mandatory BIS Certification for Domestic Water Heaters

The Indian government has issued the Electrical Appliances for Domestic Water Heating (Quality Control) Order, 2025, under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016. This new regulation, which replaces the 2023 Quality Control Order, mandates that all specified domestic water heating appliances must conform to the relevant Indian Standards and bear the BIS Standard Mark. The certification will be granted under Scheme-1 of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. However, exemptions apply to products manufactured for export and a limited number of imports for research and development. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will serve as the certifying and enforcement authority, and non-compliance may result in penalties under the BIS Act, 2016.

The order includes various types of electric water heaters, such as stationary storage type, electric instantaneous, and immersion water heaters, each aligning with specific Indian Standards. The implementation timeline varies: for general enterprises, the mandate takes effect on March 1, 2025; for small enterprises, compliance is required by June 1, 2025; and for micro enterprises, the deadline is September 1, 2025. The latest amendments to the relevant Indian Standards, as notified by the BIS, will apply.

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New BIS Quality Control Orders Implementations next Month – March 2025

We regularly publish advance information from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) on new Quality Control Orders that will soon come into force. Affected products require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and distribution in India. Within March 2025, several standards will come into effect, including for Polycarbonate and Polyurethanes, various kind of fasteners and screws, and different kinds of wrenches.

The BIS Quality Control Orders (QCOs) are mandatory regulations that ensure that certain products meet national quality standards. While BIS standards are normally voluntary, QCOs make compliance mandatory for affected products. Violations of QCOs can result in severe penalties.

Here you will find an overview of the new Quality Control Orders that will come into force next month:

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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.

New BIS Quality Control Orders Implementations next Month – February 2025

We regularly publish advance information from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) on new Quality Control Orders that are about to come into force. Affected products must be BIS certified to be approved for import and distribution in India. Within the next month, several standards will come into force, including several kinds of wood board, plywood and wooden flush door shutters, announced by the Indian Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Quality Control Orders (QCOs) are mandatory regulations that ensure that certain products meet national quality standards. While BIS standards are usually voluntary, QCOs make compliance mandatory for affected products. This serves to protect people, animals and the environment as well as to ensure product quality in India. QCOs apply to a wide range of products such as chemicals, metals, toys, and electrical appliances. Violations of QCOs can result in severe penalties, including fines or imprisonment.

New BIS Quality Control Orders coming into effect during February 2025:

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Updated Certification Guidelines for Telecom Equipment in India

The Ministry of Communications in India has announced an update regarding the acceptance of ILAC-accredited test reports under the Mandatory Testing and Certification of Telecom Equipment (MTCTE) program. As per the latest notification, ILAC test reports from laboratories in non-border-sharing countries will remain valid until June 30, 2025. However, the reports must be no older than two years at the time of submission on the MTCTE portal. The products covered include equipment such as 4G and 5G cellular base stations, VHF and UHF radio systems, and E-band fixed radio relay systems, classified under phases III and IV of MTCTE. Telecom and networking equipment typically require TEC certification for import and sale in India.

Additionally, the government has extended the exemption from submitting test reports for specific technical parameters across various equipment categories. This includes parameters such as frequency bands, maximum transmit power, and synchronization standards for products like Mobile Radio Trunking Systems, VDSLx, and optical fiber cables. This exemption will also remain in effect until June 30, 2025, unless further revised.

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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Announcement of New Regulatory Measures for Machinery Installations in India

India’s Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) has announced updated regulatory measures in 2024 that could impact the machinery and industrial sectors.

The following product categories have been included in the mandatory BIS catalogue:

• All types of Pumps for handling liquids, liquid elevators and (or)their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of compressors and(or)their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of machinery for treatment of material by a process involving a change of temperature and(or)their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of centrifuges, filtering or purifying machinery for liquid and gas and(or)their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of machinery for filling, closing, sealing, labelling bottles, packing or wrapping and(or)their assemblies/subassemblies /components
• All types of cranes and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies/components
• All types of machinery for construction, earthmoving, Mining and (or)their assemblies /subassemblies/components
• All types of weaving machines (looms) and (or) their assemblies/ sub-assemblies / components
• All types of machinery for making embroidery and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of metal cutting machines tools covered under the heading 8456 to 8461 and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies/components
• All types of machine tools for working stone, ceramics, concrete, asbestos cement or like mineral glass and (or)their assemblies /subassemblies /components
• All types of machinery for working rubber and plastics and(or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of Machines including the machines for public works & building and the machinery & mechanical appliances having individual functions, not specified Or included elsewhere in Chapter 84 and(or)their assemblies/subassemblies /components
• All types of gears and gearing, toothed wheels, chain sprocket, transmission elements ball or roller screws, gear boxes and speed changers, including torque converters And (or)their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of Rotary electrical machines such as Generator, etc. and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of Diesel Generator and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of Transformers and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of Power Semiconductor Converter and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of switch gear and control gear equipment operating at voltages not exceeding 1000 volts and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components
• All types of switch gear and control gear equipment operating at voltages exceeding 1000 volts and (or) their assemblies /sub-assemblies /components

The aim of the measures is to promote modernisation, increased efficiency and greater integration into broader policy initiatives. Compliance with the new requirements will be an essential prerequisite for the import and marketing of machinery equipment in India. The exact effects will become clear in the course of the year. Among other things, there is the possibility that machine systems will require BIS certification in the future.

The implementation date of the new regulations is August 28, 2025. The application is already possible, but compared to the regular BIS certification, considerably longer processing times are to be expected. On the one hand, because additional clarification will be required and on the other hand, because the authority has an increased workload due to the implementation of the new requirements.

According to our current assessments, an extension of the deadline seems inevitable in view of the delays in the litigation. Such an extension would be necessary to avoid economic damage caused by an import ban. Nevertheless, a decision on this is not expected until a few weeks before the current deadline expires. Companies are advised to start their procedures early, build up inventory, and prepare for the inevitable implementation of requirements.

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