India Expands Mandatory Quality Standards to Enhance Product Safety and Trade Practices
Compliance with specific Indian Standards is being made mandatory through Quality Control Orders (QCOs) issued by relevant government regulators and line ministries. These QCOs direct the compulsory use of the BIS Standard Mark under a valid license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025
The Indian government has announced the “Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025,” mandating the use of Indian Standards (IS) marks on various furniture items to ensure quality and safety.
Air Cooler and Air Filters (Quality Control) Order, 2025
The Indian government has issued the “Air Cooler and Air Filters (Quality Control) Order, 2025,” mandating compliance with specific Indian Standards and the use of the Standard Mark for these products. This order aims to ensure the quality and performance of air coolers and air filters sold in the country. It was published on January 30, 2025 and has come into immediate effect.
Gypsum based Building Materials (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024
Manufacturers and importers who have obtained certification from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) or have applied for certification before the commencement of the amendment order will be allowed to sell or display their existing stock of gypsum-based building materials for up to six months. These manufacturers and importers must submit a declaration to the Central Government, certified by a Chartered Accountant, confirming their intention to sell the existing stock within the specified timeframe.
Further Extension In Implementation Of Morpholine Quality Control Order
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has once again postponed the implementation of the Morpholine (Quality Control) Order, 2020. The deadline for enforcement of the order has now been fixed for May 1, 2025.
