How Does BIS Certification Secures Import Trade?

The Bureau of Indian Standards acts as a National Standard Body that was constituted under the BIS Act 2016.

The primary goal behind the introduction of the BIS Act is to foster fair-trade practices by imposing-?

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• Safe and reliable quality of imported goods?
• Quality Control of BIS applicable products? ??
• Various Quality-test to benchmark the BIS-certified product standard?

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Apart from these, BIS also promotes various trade benefits in importing those products that require a BIS Certificate.?

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1.nbsp;nbsp;nbsp; Popular Types ofBIS Certificates and Its Objectives- Key Highlights

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2.1???? Types of BIS Certificates

· BIS CRS

· FMCS Certification

· ISI Mark / Certification

· Hallmark

· Recognition of Assaying and Hallmark Centre

· BIS Laboratory Scheme

· Management System Certification

· ECO Mark Certification

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2.2 Key Objectives Unlocked with BIS Certification

• Promote harmonious development of standardisation of product by conducting quality certification, and marking scheme

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• ?Impose strategies for standard recognition by syncing them with the development of the product as well as export?

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• Assure quality control and standardization on BIS-applicable products??

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• Monitor product safety and quality according to Product Certification schemes under Sections 16, 17 and 25 of the BIS Act, 2016

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• Prevent violation of BIS Certification schemes by promoting fair trade practice, by issuing QCO

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• Formulate standards, develop a registration scheme, and grant BIS Certification aligning with international import policies on which BIS is imposed?

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2.nbsp; Import Challenges of Not Having BIS Certificate

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• Hefty Penalties and Fines-?The absence of a BIS Certification mark on necessary products is often seized or detained by customs authorities. Sometimes, it leads to unnecessary payment of hefty penalties as well.?

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• Rejection from Buyers –?Lack of BIS Certification on necessary products faces rejection from buyers in the Indian market. That’s why, most local distributors and retailers prefer BIS tested and approved products before selling them in the domestic market.?

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• Unable to import BIS-CRS marked steel products-?Absence of BIS certificate might delay customs clearance of steel products that require BIS-CRS mark.??

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• Negative impact on brand reputation –?Import of goods without the required BIS Certificate causes potential damage to the brand reputation of a business, leading to loss of potential market opportunities.?

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3.nbsp; List OfBIS Certification Schemes Applicable on Necessary Products

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· Products Covered Under Mandatory Certification: Scheme - I (ISI Mark Scheme)

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· Product Under Mandatory Certification Scheme- IV (Grant of Certification of Conformity)

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· Products Under Mandatory Certification: Scheme - II (Registration Scheme)

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· List of Solar Photovoltaics, Systems, Devices and Components under the Compulsory Registration Scheme- as per the Notification from the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

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· Low – Voltage switchgear and control gear-Notified by the Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises

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· List of chemicals notified by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers?

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4.nbsp; Required Documents for BIS Certification

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1. Name and Address Proof of Factory applicant
2. Establishment proof of manufacturing units like Certificate of Incorporation or Registration Certificate MOA, etc.
3. SSI or MSME Certificate
4. Flowchart/Detail of Manufacturing process
5. Layout Plan
6. Factory Location Plan
7. Manufacturing Process Flow
8. Machinery List along with Detail
9. List of Testing Equipment and Facilities
10. Calibration Certificates of testing equipment
11. 3rd Party laboratory test report as per Indian Standards
12. Authorization letter from CEO in the name of authorised signatory
13. Name of the domestic Agent along with Nomination form detail is required in case of overseas or foreign manufacturers
14. Technical Product details like PCB layout, Schematic Diagrams, User Manual and Critical Components List
15. Receipt of Acknowledgement
16. A consent letter from the CEO of the company
17. Tested and Undertaking and Affidavit tested with ID Proof and signature of the approved Indian Representative (in case of foreign or overseas manufacturer)
18. Original Test Report from BIS Laboratory
19. Undertaking related test report

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5.nbsp; Procedure To Seek BIS Certification

BIS certification involves licensing and surveillance processes.

The procedures involved in the licensing and surveillance process have been shared below,

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6.1 Licensing Process-

·??????? Filling application form accurately as mentioned by BIS

·??????? Applications are submitted with necessary documents

·??????? A preliminary inspection is conducted by BIS officer by visiting applicant’s factory

·??????? Product sample is examined by BIS officer

·??????? BIS officer prepares final test report after completing all evaluations

6.2 Surveillance Process –

·??????? Examining Authority visits factory to witness test reports

·??????? Test samples are sent to laboratory by BIS officer?

·??????? A feedback or brief on inspection is taken from test report

·??????? Preparation of Performance review report

·??????? BIS certificate issued finally after examining all reports

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6.nbsp; Conclusion

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