In a significant regulatory move, the Ministry of Mines , Government of India, has issued a Quality Control Order on April 17, 2025, making it mandatory for Refined Nickel to conform to Indian standards. This move aims to enhance product quality, ensure consistency, and protect public interest.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Order Name: Refined Nickel (Quality Control) Order, 2025
- Date of Issue: April 17, 2025
- Effective From: October 17, 2025 (i.e., six months from notification)
- Issued Under: Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016)
📌 Scope of Application
This Quality Control Order applies only to domestically sold refined nickel. Goods meant for export are exempt from this regulation.
🛡️ Mandatory BIS Certification
The Order mandates that Refined Nickel products must:
- Conform to the relevant Indian Standard
- Bear the Standard Mark (the BIS certification mark)
- Be licensed under Scheme-1 of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018
📋 Specification Table
| Goods or Articles | Indian Standard | Title of Indian Standard |
| Refined Nickel | IS 2782:2023 | Refined Nickel – Specification |
🔁 Note: The latest version of the Indian Standard as notified by BIS will apply as and when it is updated.
🏢 Certifying and Enforcement Authority
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has been designated as the sole certifying and enforcement authority for this regulation. Manufacturers will need to obtain the necessary certification and ensure compliance by the effective date.
