BIS CERTIFICATION

BIS refers to the Bureau of Indian Standards which is the National Certification Body of India. Bureau of Indian Standards grants BIS certificate/licence to the manufacturers and Importers of various products/goods listed in BIS’s voluntary or mandatory certification scheme.The BIS certificate acts as a third-party endorsement of quality, safety, and reliability for products. Bureau of Indian Standards is a statutory body established under the BIS Act, 1986, and it operates under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Government of India. The BIS certification scheme is primarily voluntary in nature. However, the Central Government mandates compliance with Indian Standards for numerous products based on various considerations, including public interest, safeguarding human, animal, or plant health, environmental safety, prevention of unfair trade practices, and national security.

Let's take a closer look at what BIS certification is all about.

OBJECTIVE OF BIS CERTIFICATION

The primary objective of BIS certification is to verify that products adhere to defined quality and safety standards prior to their sale in the Indian market. This certification serves to safeguard consumer interests, product quality and safety. Here are some key points regarding BIS certification:

• Mandatory Certification
• Voluntary Certification
• Standards and Testing
• Product Marking
• Surveillance and Renewal
• Conformity Assessment Schemes
• Imported Products
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BIS Certification Schemes in India

The Bureau of Indian Standards is involved in various certification schemes to protect consumers' interests:

• The Compulsory Registration Scheme ensures that products meet specific standards and requirements.
• Foreign manufacturers can obtain product certification through the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme.
• Product quality and safety are verified through the Product Certification Scheme.
• Precious metal items are certified under the Hallmarking Scheme.
• BIS is engaged in the Standard Formulation process for creating industry standards.
• Laboratory Recognition Scheme: This scheme covers the recognition of laboratories in India and outside India.
• Indian BIS provides Laboratory Services to test and verify product quality.
• Consumer Affairs Activities are undertaken to protect consumer rights and interests.
• BIS offers Information Services to disseminate knowledge about standards and certifications.
• BIS is involved in Promotional Activities to raise awareness about quality and safety standards.
• Training Services at the national and international levels are provided to educate stakeholders about BIS standards and practices.

For More Information Check : BIS Registration Scheme

What is BIS Marking?

The Bureau of Indian Standards is involved in various certification schemes and provides standard markings for the products after proper inspection and testing from BIS-recognized laboratories. The BIS states that every product needs to have a noticeable, marking label. This label must contain the brand name, product name, model number, power rating, manufacturer's name, and country of origin (for example, Made in India, Made in China). It can be printed, stamped, or even engraved on a metal plate. Other information on the label is optional and may change depending on the product's specific requirements.

Certain electronic and IT products must have the Standard Mark (CRS Mark), while gold and silver items need the BIS hallmark. The ISI mark is necessary for cement, household electrical goods, food, and steel. It's also used for some BIS-certified products listed in voluntary certification schemes. Once you've obtained the BIS certificate, you can use the standard mark on your product.