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Introduction and Its Compliance
The ISI mark is a certification mark for industrial products in India. It means, the product complies with the Indian quality and safety standards laid down by the BIS Act, 2016. ISI stands for Indian Standards Institute with ISI mark being compulsory for a number of products like electrical items, cement, packaged drinking water and others. Lawfinity helps manufacturers and importers obtain ISI Certification by facilitating product testing, compliance documentation and liaising with BIS officials.
Why It Is Needed
ISI Certification is is important for the safety of the public, reliability of the product and to comply with the law. ISI certification of the Indian Government is required for several products, being sold in Indian market. Vlad Alexeev There's national standards compliance involved in this which helps avoid shoddy or dangerous goods reaching consumers.
Benefits and Advantages
- Mandatory for Various Products ISI certification is compulsory for over 150 products. Without it, manufacturers cannot legally produce or sell items like electrical goods, gas cylinders and packaged water.
- Builds Consumer Confidence The ISI mark acts as a symbol of trust, assuring buyers of the product’s quality, safety and reliability.
- Improves Market Access Products with ISI certification are eligible for sale in government tenders and large institutional purchases, widening business opportunities.
- Ensures Standardized Production It promotes consistency in manufacturing processes and quality control in line with Indian standards.
- Legal Protection Against Non-compliance Avoids regulatory penalties and legal action for selling non-compliant products in regulated markets.
Eligibility Criteria
- Manufacturers of products covered under Compulsory Certification Scheme of BIS.
- The product must conform to relevant Indian Standard (IS) codes.
- The applicant must own a manufacturing facility or have authorized access.
- Testing of samples must be conducted in BIS-recognized labs.
- Foreign manufacturers must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).
Documents Required
- Copy of company registration certificate
- Factory license or ownership proof
- Manufacturing process flowchart
- Product specifications and IS code reference
- In-house testing facility details (if any)
- Test report from BIS-recognized laboratory
- Copy of PAN, GST and IEC (if applicable)
- Authorized signatory details
- Layout plan of the factory
- Agreement with Indian Representative (for foreign applicants)
Steps for Applying
- Product Evaluation and IS Code Selection: Lawfinity identifies the applicable Indian Standard Code for the product.
- Documentation & Application: Preparation of BIS application with all mandatory declarations.
- Product Testing: Samples are sent to BIS-approved laboratories for testing.
- Inspection by BIS Officials: BIS conducts a factory audit to verify manufacturing process and quality control.
- Grant of Certification: Upon successful compliance, ISI certificate is issued and permission is granted to use the ISI mark.
- Marking & Surveillance: Periodic surveillance and renewal are conducted to retain the validity of the certification.
Penalties
- Penalties Selling or manufacturing products under mandatory ISI certification without a valid license can result in: Fines up to ₹2 lakhs per offense Imprisonment up to 2 years Seizure of goods or cancellation of manufacturing license Blacklisting from government procurement Lawfinity helps clients avoid such risks by ensuring full regulatory compliance.
Timelines
The ISI Certification process generally takes 30 to 90 days
Timelines may vary depending on document verification and government approvals.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Because every great business starts with the right answers.
It is a quality certification issued by BIS indicating that a product complies with Indian standards.
No, it is mandatory only for products listed under the compulsory certification scheme. For others, it is voluntary.
Yes, they must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) and follow the same BIS procedures.
Typically, it is valid for 1 to 2 years, with periodic renewals and surveillance audits.
No, each product and each factory location require a separate certification.
BIS may suspend or cancel the license and impose penalties.
Yes, Lawfinity coordinates with BIS-approved labs and facilitates sample testing.
Once certified, the manufacturer must imprint the ISI logo along with the license number on the product and packaging.
No, with timely surveillance and continued compliance, Lawfinity ensures smooth and prompt renewal of ISI certification.
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