Rescission of BIS Quality Control Order for Viscose Staple Fibres

The Ministry of Textiles has rescinded the Quality Control Order (QCO) relating to Viscose Staple Fibres (VSF) that was earlier notified through S.O. 6143(E) dated 29 December 2022.

Key Points

• Issued under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
• The rescission is undertaken in public interest, after consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
• The QCO for Viscose Staple Fibres stands withdrawn with immediate effect.-NOVEMBER 18TH,2025.
• Savings clause: Any acts done or obligations arising before the rescission remain valid (“except as respects things done or omitted to be done before such rescission”).

Compliance Impact

• BIS certification and mandatory BIS Standard Mark for Viscose Staple Fibres is no longer required from the date of publication.
• Manufacturers, importers, and distributors of VSF can suspend ongoing BIS certification processes, unless required voluntarily or under contractual obligations.
• Existing stock previously manufactured or imported under the earlier QCO may continue to be treated as compliant.