In a bid to streamline the path to market entry in India, a new guide has been released to aid manufacturers and importers in understanding the complexities of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) compliance. With India’s regulatory landscape becoming increasingly stringent through the expansion of Quality Control Orders (QCOs), this guide serves as a crucial tool for navigating the necessary certification pathways for various product categories.
Products made domestically in India are generally required to bear the ISI Mark, which falls under Scheme I. This scheme necessitates testing in BIS-approved laboratories along with factory audits. For products that fall under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS), Scheme II is applicable. Meanwhile, overseas manufacturers must adhere to the Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme (FMCS), which involves factory audits abroad and testing in BIS-recognized labs within India.
The guide stresses the importance of selecting the appropriate certification scheme, identifying relevant Indian Standards (IS), and preparing adequately for audits, testing, labeling, and maintaining ongoing compliance. Early planning is emphasized as a critical factor that can mitigate certification delays, reduce the need for costly re-testing, and facilitate quicker product launches.
In addition to the guide, end-to-end BIS application management services are offered, covering aspects such as certification planning, audit preparation, testing coordination, renewals, surveillance support, and assistance with new product variants. The presence of a laboratory network across major industrial hubs in India aims to expedite testing and minimize certification timelines.
As Quality Control Orders continue to extend into sectors including footwear, furniture, and medical devices, businesses are urged to evaluate BIS requirements early in the product development and import processes. This proactive approach is recommended to ensure smooth access to the market and adherence to regulatory standards.
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