Looking Back on a Successful 2025 – MPR International Thanks You for a Great Year

As 2025 comes to a close, MPR International looks back with gratitude on a successful year filled with exciting projects, strong partnerships, and valuable collaboration with our clients. We would like to sincerely thank you for your continued trust and support—your confidence in us is the foundation of our ongoing success.

Government Rescinds 2023 BIS Order for Copper Products

The Indian Ministry of Mines has officially withdrawn the Copper (Quality Control) Order, 2023, through notification S.O. 5174(E) dated November 13, 2025. This move comes under the authority granted by Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. Following consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the government deemed the rescission necessary in the public interest. As a result, the earlier notification S.O. 3847(E), issued on August 31, 2023, has been rescinded, with the exception of actions already undertaken under its provisions. Copper metals and alloys usually required BIS certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

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). 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 X Certification for Machines in India: Deadline suspended – what now?

If you are planning your India compliance for machinery and equipment, you should take a close look: The Indian government has  suspended BIS certification according to Scheme X for numerous products from HS 84/85 (machines/systems including components/assemblies) until further notice. Currently, there is no binding deadline for when a Scheme X license must be available.

Timeline:

1. Mandatory start originally: 28.08.2025
2. Postponed in summer 2025: to 01.09.2026
3. Now: Deadline cancelled/suspended – no implementation deadline.

Important: The registration requirement has not been abolished. It is a temporary suspension of the deadline, not a political retreat.

Why this is no surprise

It was foreseeable that it would jerk again – for three very practical reasons:

1. Regulatory framework not yet final: For many product categories, product-specific requirements and supplementary documents are still missing. Without this, BIS cannot process applications properly.
2. Standards puzzle still in progress: Scheme X refers to Indian safety standards – but many machine-specific Type C standards have not yet been finally harmonized.
3. Machine safety is new territory for BIS: know-how and test structures are only just being established; Training programs for BIS officers are underway. That takes time.

In short, BIS needs more lead time to implement Scheme X in a practical way. That’s exactly why first postponement, now suspension.

What does this mean for manufacturers now?

✅ No immediate import/sales stop as long as there is no new deadline.

✅ Certification is still possible – and strategically smart. Applications are accepted, the first procedures are underway (especially Indian manufacturers).

⚠️ Duty is coming back. As soon as the open points have been resolved, a new deadline will be announced  – many expect it to be concretized in 2026 and implemented in the direction of 2027.

⏳ If you wait, you lose time. Document preparation often takes months, processing times can  be >12 months – and experience has shown that BIS will process the applications that have already been submitted first.

Our clear recommendation

Even without a deadline, the following applies: Prepare smartly now instead of reacting frantically later.

1. Check scope: HS codes, product lists, components.
2. Prepare technology and standards: gap analysis, documents, audit trails.
3. Start your strategy early: Finish your application – or submit it directly.

This way, you are able to act immediately when the BIS flips the switch again and do not risk any delivery failure.

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). 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“.

India Revokes Eight QCOs and Postpones Enforcement of PP Materials Standard

On 22 October 2025, India’s Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC), under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, officially revoked six Quality Control Orders (QCOs). These included QCOs for Lauric Acid, Acid Oil, Palm Fatty Acids, Rice Bran Fatty Acids, Coconut Fatty Acids, and Hydrogenated Rice Bran Fatty Acids. Each of these orders, originally issued in April 2022, has been withdrawn with immediate effect following consultations with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Many products usually require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

Additionally, the DCPC has extended the enforcement date of the QCO for Polypropylene (PP) Materials for Moulding and Extrusion. Initially notified in 2024 and amended multiple times, the order is now scheduled to take effect on 24 April 2026. In a subsequent notification dated 24 October 2025, the Ministry announced the cancellation of QCOs concerning Acrylonitrile and Maleic Anhydride, which were previously introduced in April 2022.

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). 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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For more information about BIS certification, please refer to our free brochure “BIS Certification Made Easy“.

BIS Standards – Implementations next Month – December 2025

We regularly publish advance information from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) regarding upcoming Quality Control Orders. Affected products must be BIS-certified in order to be imported and sold in India. Several standards will come into effect over the next month, one for the chemicals p-Xylene and one for Toluene.

The Quality Control Orders (QCOs) issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) are mandatory regulations that ensure certain products comply with national quality standards. While BIS standards are usually voluntary, QCOs make compliance compulsory for the specified products. This is intended to protect human health, 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 goods. Violations of QCOs can result in severe penalties, including fines or imprisonment.

Below is an overview of the new Quality Control Orders that will come into force next month:

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). 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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For more information about BIS certification, please refer to our free brochure “BIS Certification Made Easy“.

India Reopens BIS Certification Process for Chinese Exporters

India’s Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is reportedly preparing to lift its five-year freeze on Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) applications from Chinese manufacturing facilities. While multiple media outlets and official sources, including government officials, have indicated a policy shift, there is currently no formal announcement from BIS confirming the resumption of the certification process. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has begun collecting company-specific data on delayed certifications, pointing to increased engagement with affected manufacturers. Many products usually require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

Despite signs of regulatory change, significant uncertainty remains regarding the broader impact on certification procedures. It is unclear how the resumed processing of Chinese applications will affect the timelines of other manufacturers. Given the limited staffing capacity within BIS’s Foreign Manufacturers Certification Department (FMCD), a sudden influx of applications is likely to result in longer overall processing times. Moreover, it is highly unlikely that all Chinese manufacturers will obtain BIS certification without difficulty. As the situation develops, industry stakeholders are advised to closely monitor further updates and prepare for potential delays.

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). 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“.

India – Implementation of BIS Scheme X Certification Requirement for Electrical Equipment Postponed

The Indian Ministry of Heavy Industries has announced a postponement in the implementation of the next phase of the Electrical Equipment (Quality Control) Order, 2020, as amended by the Second Amendment Order, 2024. According to Notification S.O. 5038(E), issued on November 6, 2025, the enforcement date for all product categories listed in the amendment’s table—excluding those under Sr. No. 1.1(a), which took effect on November 10, 2024—has been deferred until further notice. This delay follows previous extensions granted under earlier notifications, including the latest issued on May 5, 2025. According to the original implementation plan, the affected products were to require BIS Scheme X certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

The original 2020 Quality Control Order was first notified under S.O. 4044(E) on November 11, 2020, and has since undergone multiple timeline extensions and amendments. These include S.O. 4492(E) dated October 18, 2021, S.O. 5083(E) dated October 28, 2022, and S.O. 2007(E) dated May 5, 2025. Further modifications were introduced through the Amendment Order, 2023 (S.O. 2132(E), May 9, 2023) and the Second Amendment Order, 2024 (S.O. 1896(E), May 3, 2024).

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). 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“.

Updated BIS Standard for Audio/Video and ICT Equipment in India

The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has formally initiated the transition from IS 13252: Part 1: 2010 and IS 616:2017 to the updated IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 standard, as detailed in a Gazette notification dated November 7, 2025. This move introduces a newly defined product category while allowing for a concurrent period during which the old and new standards will remain in effect. The revised standard, IS/IEC 62368-1:2023, titled “Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1: Safety Requirements,” will fully replace IS 13252 and IS 616 after November 1, 2028. Audio/Video and ICT products usually require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

The shift to IS/IEC 62368-1:2023 brings several advantages, including the unification of AV and ICT safety requirements into a single framework, which eliminates redundancies and simplifies compliance. The new standard also enhances compatibility with international IEC norms, improving global trade prospects and market accessibility. Additionally, it supports emerging technologies such as augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and mixed reality (MR). MeitY has allowed a three-year transition period for current license holders, following extensive consultations with industry stakeholders. Comprehensive migration guidelines for both existing and new BIS licensees are expected to be released in the near future.

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). 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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For more information about BIS certification, please refer to our free brochure “BIS Certification Made Easy“.

Revised Deadline Announced for BIS Standard Implementation for Uninterrupted Power Supplies in India

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has extended the deadline for the mandatory implementation of the revised standard IS 16242 (Part 1): 2025 / IEC 62040-1:2017, including amendments 1:2021 and 2:2022 (CSV format), applicable to Uninterrupted Power Supplies (UPS) and similar products. Originally scheduled for enforcement by 19 November 2025, the implementation deadline has now been pushed to 19 November 2026. This extension was formally communicated through circulars issued on 21 August and 10 October 2025, with all other terms remaining unchanged.
Uninterrupted Power Supplies and similar products usually require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

Manufacturers—both existing and new—as well as those altering their scope of registration, must ensure compliance with the updated standards by the revised deadline to maintain their BIS licenses.

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). 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 Issues New Safety and Marking Requirements for LED Modules

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has announced a revision of the standard governing LED modules used in general lighting applications. The updated regulation, IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 / IEC 62031:2018, replaces the previous version, IS 16103 (Part 1):2012, and will be enforced starting January 21, 2026. Key changes in the new standard include the introduction of definitions for various types of LED modules, updated marking requirements, the addition of safety tests such as abnormal temperature and photobiological safety testing, and changes related to voltage marking and luminaire design. After the implementation date, the previous version will be withdrawn and licenses not complying with the new requirements will be subject to cancellation. LED modules used in general lighting usually require BIS certification in order to be approved for import and sale in India.

BIS certification is a mandatory compliance system under Indian law to ensure product safety, quality, and performance. For electrical components like LED modules, manufacturers must demonstrate conformity with the applicable IS standards through testing by BIS-recognized laboratories. Both existing licensees and new applicants must align with the updated IS 16103 (Part 1):2025 standard before the final implementation date to obtain or retain certification for market access in India.

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). 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“.