India Reopens BIS Certification Process for Chinese Exporters
17. November 2025India’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.
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