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BIS Certification for Shoes Based on Quality Control Orders (QCO)
The Indian government has announced the implementation of several Quality Control Orders (QCO) for footwear on July 1, 2023. The affected standards relate to the ISI Certification Scheme (Scheme I) of BIS certification.
BIS-ISI certification is required for many different product groups, such as electronics, household appliances, safety glass, etc.
Therefore, as of 1st July, 2023 BIS certification will also be mandatory for numerous types of shoes.
Here you can see an overview of various product groups of footwear for which new standards and mandatory BIS certification are expected:
| Sr. No. | Product | Indian Standard | Enforcement Date |
| 45 | Industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots | IS 5557: 2004 | 1 July 2023 |
| 46 | All rubber gum boots and ankle boots | IS 5557 (Part 2): 2018 | 1 July 2023 |
| 47 | Moulded solid rubber soles and heels | IS 5676: 1995 | 1 July 2023 |
| 48 | Rubber microcellular sheets for soles and heels | IS 6664: 1992 | 1 July 2023 |
| 49 | Solid PVC soles and heels | IS 6719: 1972 | 1 July 2023 |
| 50 | PVC sandal | IS 6721: 1972 | 1 July 2023 |
| 51 | Rubber Hawai Chappal | IS 10702: 1992 | 1 July 2023 |
| 52 | Slipper, rubber | IS 11544: 1986 | 1 July 2023 |
| 53 | Polyvinyl chloride(PVC) industrial boots | IS 12254: 1993 | 1 July 2023 |
| 54 | Polyurethane sole, semirigid | IS 13893: 1994 | 1 July 2023 |
| 55 | Unlined molded rubber boots | IS 13995: 1995 | 1 July 2023 |
| 56 | Moulded plastics footwear- Lined or Unlined polyurethane boots for general industrial use | IS 16645: 2018 | 1 July 2023 |
| 57 | Footwear for men and women for municipal scavenging work | IS 16994: 2018 | 1 July 2023 |
| 58 | Leather safety boots and shoes for miners | IS 1989 (Part 1): 1986 | 1 July 2023 |
| 59 | Leather safety boots and shoes for heavy metal industries | IS 1989 (Part.2): 1986 | 1 July 2023 |
| 60 | Canvas Shoes Rubber Sole | IS 3735: 1996 | 1 July 2023 |
| 61 | Canvas Boots Rubber Sole | IS 3736: 1995 | 1 July 2023 |
| 62 | Safety Rubber Canvas Boots for Miners | IS 3976: 2018 | 1 July 2023 |
| 63 | Leather safety footwear having direct molded rubber sole | IS 11226: 1993 | 1 July 2023 |
| 64 | Leather safety footwear with direct molded polyvinyl chloride (PVC) sole | IS 14544: 1998 | 1 July 2023 |
| 65 | Sports footwear | IS 15844: 2010 | 1 July 2023 |
| 66 | High ankle tactical boots with PU – Rubber sole | IS 17012: 2018 | 1 July 2023 |
| 67 | Antiriot shoes | IS 17037: 2018 | 1 July 2023 |
| 68 | Derby shoes | IS 17043: 2018 | 1 July 2023 |
If you are interested in understanding what requirements are needed for your product to be imported into India, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone (Europe: +49-69-271 37 69 261, US: +1 773 654-2673). There is no cost or obligation for us to check for you. If a certification need is discovered we can provide a quotation to make sure that all your certification needs are covered.
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Indian government to issue 50 quality control orders by the end of the second quarter of 2024
The process is being carried out by the Department of Internal Trade and Industry Promotion (DPITT). A total of 50 quality control orders (QCO) for various products are to be introduced by the end of the second quarter. The product areas include aluminium products, lighters, sporting goods, water and insulated bottles, chipboard and plywood, and wooden furniture. By introducing the quality standards, the government hopes to curb the import of substandard goods and promote domestic production. Many of these aforementioned products from the various industrial sectors require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and distribution in India.
DPITT already presented draft standards after meeting with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for consultations. According to DPITT executives, they are in constant communication with BIS and relevant agencies to identify product areas for which new quality standards can be introduced. Products that fall under the quality standards cannot be sold, imported or stored without the BIS seal of approval. As an example, DPITT mentions the testing of lighters according to BIS guidelines in order to increase safety for consumers and to have high-quality products on the market. Furthermore, wood products such as chairs, tables, cabinets, beds, wood-based panels and plywood will soon be covered by the BIS certification requirement. Again, according to DPITT, the focus is on consumer protection and high quality products.
A large number of different products require BIS certification in order to import them into India or bring them onto the market. Depending on the product, a distinction is made between BIS-ISI or BIS-CRS certification. As the product list is constantly being expanded, we will be pleased to help you with an initial assessment. MPR International GmbH – India Certification supports you with a pending BIS certification and is also available at any time to answer any questions you may have.
If you are interested in understanding what requirements are needed for your product to be imported into India, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone (Europe: +49-69-271 37 69 261, US: +1 773 654-2673). There is no cost or obligation for us to check for you. If a certification need is discovered we can provide a quotation to make sure that all your certification needs are covered.
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India now sixth country globally to be able to conduct NCAP crash tests
Ahead of the introduction of India’s Bharat NCAP safety ratings for new vehicles this year, Mahendra Nath Pandey, the minister in charge of heavy industries, announced that India will soon also be able to conduct crash tests according to the globally recognised NCAP standards. The NCAP (New Car Assessment Programme) ratings will apply in India from 1 April 2023, Pandey said. India is thus one of six countries worldwide that can offer crash tests and ratings to the car industry according to international standards. Products and components in the automotive category generally require AIS certification or BIS certification to be approved for import, distribution and use in India.
The visionary project had been started by the previous Prime Minister Vajpayee and has now been implemented under Narendra Modri. “India is now the sixth country in the world, along with the UK, Japan, South Korea, China and Taiwan, with NCAP-compliant testing facilities,” Minister Pandey said during a visit to the International Centre for Automotive Technology (ICAT). ICAT plays an important role in the safety assessment of new cars, according to Pandey. India has not only become globally interesting for car manufacturers with the introduction of NCAP, but it will also have a major impact on the domestic auto industry, Pandey said.
Already last year, the Indian government decided to introduce Bharat-NCAP, a star-based safety rating of new vehicles based on crash test results. Besides ICAT, three other institutions in India conduct the crash tests: the National Automobile Test Track (NATRAX) in Indore, the Automobile Research Association of India (ARAI) in Pune and the Global Automotive Research Centre (GARC) in Chennai. The government has also removed another hurdle with regard to conducting crash tests in India. Thus, the import tax of 252 per cent on new cars for the purpose of crash testing has been abolished. “This step will make India more attractive for international car manufacturers,” Minister Pandey concluded.
Cars and their components have to be certified under the AIS guidelines in India. AIS stands for the Automotive Industry Standards, the technical automotive standards for India. MPR International GmbH – India Certification will be pleased to assist you with AIS certification and is also available to answer any questions you may have.
New Implementation Dates for BIS standards for Certain Chemicals Published
On February 13, 2023 the Department of Chemicals & Petro-Chemicals published a Quality Control Order with updated dates for the mandatory implementation period of IS standards for various chemicals. Chemicals in many cases require BIS certification to be approved for import, distribution and use in India.
The revised dates are shown in the table:
| Standard | Substance | New implementation date |
| IS 12084 | Morpholin | 1. August 2023 |
| IS 695 | Essigsäure | 3. August 2023 |
| IS 517 | Methanol | 3. August 2023 |
| IS 2833 | Anilin | 3. August 2023 |
| IS 8058 | Pyridin | 13. September 2023 |
| IS 16113 | Gamma Pikolin | 13. September 2023 |
| IS 16112 | Beta Pikolin | 13. September 2023 |
| IS 7129 | Pottaschenkarbonat | 13. September 2023 |
| IS 170 | Azeton | 13. September 2023 |
| IS 6100 | Natriumtryptophosphat | 13. September 2023 |
| IS 17077 | Acrylnitril-Butadien-Styrol | 12. Juni 2023 |
| IS 14434 | Polykarbonat | 12. März 2024 |
| IS 17442 | Vinylchlorid-Monomer | 12. März 2024 |
| IS 869 | Äthylen-Dichlorid | 12. März 2024 |
The chemicals concerned must be labelled with the standard mark from the respective implementation date in accordance with the license issued by BIS. You can find more information on our page about BIS Certification.
We will post more details about the changes in the new version on our website as they become available.
If you are interested in understanding what requirements are needed for your product to be imported into India, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone (Europe: +49-69-271 37 69 261, US: +1 773 654-2673). There is no cost or obligation for us to check for you. If a certification need is discovered we can provide a quotation to make sure that all your certification needs are covered.
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TEC Certification: Non-Applicability of Certain Parameters for Various Products
On March 29, 2023, the Department of Telecommunications under MTCTE released the non-applicability of certain parameters for three product groups. In the associated release, it was announced that the following test parameters for IP multimedia conferencing equipment, LAN switches, and IoT gateways ER can be considered “not applicable” effective immediately until further notice.
| S.No. | ER Name | Parameter as per ER | Default Name as per ER |
| 1 | IP Multimedia Conferencing Equipment (ER No.-TEC3462xxxx) | RTCP Parameters RFC 3552 Set-A | RFC 3551. annex-P3 |
| RTP Parameters RFC 3550 Set-A | RFC 3550. annex P2 | ||
| SIP Parameters Set-A | RFC3261. Annex-P1 | ||
| 2 | LAN Switch* (ER No. TEC3794xxxx) | Ethernet PWE and Service Identification | RFC 4448 Clause 4 Annex-P11 |
| MPLS TP Requirement | RFC 5654 Clause 2- Anex-P11 | ||
| TDM PWE and Service Identification | RFC 3916 Clause 4 & Clause 7.1 Annex P11 | ||
| 3 | IoT Gateway ( ER No. – TEC2449xxx) | GPS Compliance | Compliance to GoI notification GSR no. 436 (E). |
The mentioned information should be submitted during the certification process instead of the requested test parameters.
Under the Indian Telegraph (Amendment) Rules of 2017, there is a mandatory certification and testing requirement for telecom products in India. TEC certification must be completed before import into India. In this process, the products must comply with the regulations called “Essential Requirements” (ER). Imported products must also be tested in accredited test laboratories in India.
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New list of tests for telecom devices with 5G interface
The TEC Mobile Technologies division, which is responsible for creating standards and specifications for testing Mobile Technologies, has completed the list of tests to be performed on telecom devices with a 5G cellular interface. At present, the tests are only included in the Essential Requirements document (ER) titled Mobile User Equipment, which is not currently regulated by MTCTE.
Telecommunications equipment typically requires TEC certification to be approved for import and distribution in India.
The following product variants are covered by the list:
- Mobile Data Card or Dongle with WiFi
- Mobile Data Card or Dongle without WiFi
- Mobile Handset
- Mobile Handset without Data
- Mobile Tablet
The values to be tested are divided into the following parameter categories for each product variant, among others:
- Parameters Linked with Product Variant
- 5G NR- FR1 and FR2 interworking with other Radios
- 5G NR (FR1)
- 5G NR (FR2)
- CDMA
- GSM or GPRS or EDGE
- LTE or LTE-A
- WCDMA or HSPA
- WiFi
Contact us for more detailed information on the necessary product tests and the relevant standards.
TEC certification for telecommunication products is provided as a mandatory test certification according to the MTCTE (Mandatory Testing Certification of Telecommunication Equipment) regulations.
TEC Certification has been around many years before 2019 as a voluntary certification, but since April 2019 the certification has been mandatory and 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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For more information about TEC certification, please refer to our free brochure “TEC Certification Made Easy“.
Gas cylinders for household use to receive QR codes
The Indian government has decided to label all gas cylinders for household use with QR codes from the beginning of 2023. In the past, there have been increasing complaints from customers that the containers contained 1-2 kg less gas than stated. The QR code is to be affixed to gas cylinders already in circulation and permanently welded to new gas cylinders. The introduction and activation of the system is intended to prevent thefts and improve the tracking and inventory of gas cylinders, according to the minister responsible for energy. Products associated with the Indian oil and gas industry generally require PESO certification to be imported and used in India.
Without the QR code, it was difficult to track complaints from customers that the quantity of gas was too low. It was also not possible to determine the place of storage or filling or to identify the dealer or supplier to the doorstep. With the new QR code, customers should have a better opportunity to enforce their claims and identify untrustworthy retailers with underfills. In addition, customers will receive information on how often the gas cylinder has been used or refilled, as well as the corresponding delivery route and delivery duration. The QR code is also intended to prevent gas cylinders in household use with a lower tax rate from being used for commercial purposes. Foreign manufacturers of gas cylinders are advised to inform themselves about the new QR code regulation in India and also implement it in their products. This is the only way to ensure that they are on the same level as Indian competitors.
Due to the widespread use of LPG for cooking and heating, the demand for gas cylinders in India will also increase. Therefore, the Indian energy sector offers good opportunities for your company to offer services and products there or to produce locally. However, most appliances, equipment and facilities must undergo mandatory PESO certification. Relevant product groups or components are for example gas and pressure vessels, valves and fittings or safety equipment. A complete list can be found under this link. The experts at MPR International GmbH are available to answer your questions about PESO certification or other India certifications without obligation for an initial assessment.
Most equipment, plant and facilities that belong in the Indian oil and gas industry need to go through mandatory PESO certification. This is issued by the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation of India. Relevant product groups or components include gas and pressure vessels, valves and fittings, or safety equipment. A complete list can be found on the page about PESO certification mandatory products.
If you are interested in understanding what requirements are needed for your product to be imported into India, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone (Europe: +49-69-271 37 69 261, US: +1 773 654-2673). There is no cost or obligation for us to check for you. If a certification need is discovered we can provide a quotation to make sure that all your certification needs are covered.
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Introduction of quality standards for Indian companies from the gig and shared economy
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the authority responsible for BIS certification, is planning to introduce quality standards for companies from the so-called gig and shared economy. This was confirmed by high-ranking government officials from the Ministry of Consumer Affairs. In addition, the BIS is considering the application of International Organisation for Standardization (ISO) standards in India. The standards are to be continuously extended to industries such as taxi providers, food delivery services and online health services.
The gig economy describes a labour market in which mainly temporary and part-time jobs are filled by independent contractors and freelancers. Shared economy extends to mobility service providers (Uber, Rapido), co-working (Awfis, WeWork), housing (Stanzaliving, OYO) and furniture rental (Furlenco). ISO/TC 324 certification is used in shared economy companies. Here, the quality of products and the time frame of delivery are assessed. Data protection, fraud, complaints and compensation are also part of this certification. In India, a sub-group of the Ministry of Consumer Affairs is currently involved in updating the ISO/TC 324 standard and is passing on corresponding proposals to ISO.
Furthermore, the Ministry of Consumer Affairs announced that an expert group for the introduction of “Right to Repair” legislation has been established. According to a survey by LocalCircles, 43 per cent of Indian households had three or more appliances at home that were less than five years old and needed repair. When asked, survey respondents said that often customer service representatives did not show up to repair them or the cost of repair was too high. The founder of LocalCircles, Sachin Taparia, hopes that standards will soon be introduced for India in this area and expects a signal effect for other countries.
A large number of different products require BIS certification in order to import them into India or bring them onto the market. Depending on the product, a distinction is made between BIS-ISI or BIS-CRS certification. As the product list is constantly being expanded, we will be pleased to help you with an initial assessment. MPR International GmbH – India Certification supports you with a pending BIS certification and is also available at any time to answer any questions you may have.
If you are interested in understanding what requirements are needed for your product to be imported into India, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone (Europe: +49-69-271 37 69 261, US: +1 773 654-2673). There is no cost or obligation for us to check for you. If a certification need is discovered we can provide a quotation to make sure that all your certification needs are covered.
If you have any questions you can also use our chat-window in the bottom right. (Please check your browser settings if you can’t see the window)
For more information about BIS certification, please refer to our free brochure “BIS Certification Made Easy“.
BIS authority announces Amendment of Conformity Assessment Scheme for LV Switchgear
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced a change to the conformity assessment scheme for low-voltage switchgear in India. According to the new notification, the current Scheme II will be replaced by BIS’s Scheme X, effective April 1, 2023. This is to ensure the safety and quality of LV switchgear used in various applications such as power distribution, control and protection. LV switchgear and similar products are covered by BIS certification in India.
LV switchgear covered by the new Scheme X includes the following product categories:
| No. | Electrical Equipment | Indian Standard |
| 1 | Low – Voltage switchgear and controlgear: Circuit – Breakers | IS/IEC 60947 : Part 2 : 2016 |
| 2 | Low – Voltage switchgear and controlgear: switches, disconnectors, switch disconnectors and fuse – Combination units | IS/IEC 60947 : Part 3 : 2012 |
| 3 | Low – Voltage switchgear and controlgear: electromechanical contactors and motor – Starters | IS/IEC 60947 : Part 4 : Sec 1 : 2012 |
| 4 | Low – Voltage switchgear and controlgear: a.c semiconductor motor controllers and starters | IS/IEC 60947 : Part 4 : Sec 2 : 2011 |
| 5 | Low – Voltage switchgear and controlgear: a.c. semiconductor motor controllers and contactors for non – Motor loads | IS/IEC 60947 : Part 4 : Sec 3 : 2014 |
| 6 | Low – Voltage switchgear and controlgear: electromechanical control circuit devicesLow – Voltage switchgear and controlgear: electromechanical control circuit devices | IS/IEC 60947 : Part 5 : Sec 1 : 2009 |
| 7 | Low – Voltage switchgear and controlgear proximity switches | IS/IEC 60947 : Part 5 : Sec 2:2007 |
| 8 | Low – Voltage switchgear and controlgear: electrical emergency stop devices with mechanical latching function | S/IEC 60947 : Part 5 : Sec 5 : 2016 |
Under the new scheme manufacturers and importers of LV switchgear must comply with the Indian IS 60947 series of standards, which includes performance and testing requirements for LV switchgear. One major difference is that BIS will now conduct initial and, if necessary, periodic audits at manufacturers and importer’s production facilities to ensure compliance with the standard.
BIS has stated that the change in the conformity assessment scheme will not affect the validity of the existing BIS license or registration for LV switchgear under Scheme II, however manufacturers and importers must apply for a new license or registration under the new Scheme X upon expiration of the existing license or BIS registration.
Implementation will take place gradually from April 1, 2023.
Since 2012, the BIS has been gradually expanding the certification catalog and continuously adding additional goods. BIS certification mandatory for many electronic products for industrial and consumer uses. Factory inspections are also required for some products.
If you are interested in understanding what requirements are needed for your product to be imported into India, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone (Europe: +49-69-271 37 69 261, US: +1 773 654-2673). There is no cost or obligation for us to check for you. If a certification need is discovered we can provide a quotation to make sure that all your certification needs are covered.
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BIS has published 21,980 standards for products and processes to date
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has published a total of 21,890 standards for products, process flows, services, workflows as well as test methods since its inception. This was announced by the Minister in charge of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Ashwini Kumar Choubey, to the Parliamentary Chamber “Rajya Sabha”. The BIS is India’s national standardisation body and drafts standards for various sectors of the economy. Through the standards, the BIS ensures end-to-end quality awareness among manufacturers, industry, consumers and government institutions. “The standards benefit all sectors of industry, irrespective of their size. It would also make processes more efficient, increase quality and reduce costs,” the minister said.
He further added that the standards would simplify international trade and provide greater certainty to investors. While drafting a standard for India, the BIS technical committees use existing internationally recognised standards such as those of the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) or the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). In doing so, the BIS teams try to stay as close as possible to the international standards, says Choubey. Sometimes, however, it is necessary to adapt ISO/IEC standards to local circumstances such as health, safety, environment, national security and prevention of deception, he said. Currently, 87 per cent of Indian standards are in line with ISO/IEC standards, if applicable to the individual case.
A large number of diverse products require BIS certification in order to import them into India or bring them to market. Depending on the product, a distinction is made between BIS-ISI or BIS-CRS certification. As the product list is constantly being expanded, we will be pleased to help you with an initial assessment. MPR International GmbH – India Certification supports you with a pending BIS certification and is also available at any time to answer any questions you may have.
If you are interested in understanding what requirements are needed for your product to be imported into India, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone (Europe: +49-69-271 37 69 261, US: +1 773 654-2673). There is no cost or obligation for us to check for you. If a certification need is discovered we can provide a quotation to make sure that all your certification needs are covered.
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