The Bureau of Indian Standards on September 23rd 2024 issued the date of establishment and withdrawal of the Lacquer, Cellulose Nitrate, Pigmented, Fishing, Glossy and other Indian Standards.
Key Highlights from the Notification
Newly Established Standards
- IS 5691 : 2024
- Title: Lacquer, Cellulose Nitrate, Pigmented, Finishing, Glossy — Specification (First Revision)
- Established Date: September 6, 2024
- Withdrawal of Previous Standard: IS 5691 – 1970 will be withdrawn on March 6, 2025.
- Importance: This revised standard ensures that manufacturers meet contemporary requirements for cellulose nitrate lacquers, which are widely used in various finishing applications.
- IS 18651 (Part 4) : 2024
- Title: ISO 7176-4 : 2008 Wheelchairs Part 4 Energy Consumption of Electric Wheelchairs and Scooters for Determination of Theoretical Distance Range
- Established Date: September 6, 2024
- Withdrawal: Not applicable.
- Importance: This standard addresses energy consumption metrics, facilitating better design and efficiency in electric wheelchairs and scooters.
- IS 18793 (Part 2) : 2024
- Title: ISO 19101-2 : 2018 Geographic Information — Reference Model Part 2 Imagery
- Established Date: September 6, 2024
- Withdrawal: Not applicable.
- Importance: This standard aids in the effective management of geographic information systems, improving data handling and accessibility.
- IS 18812 : 2024
- Title: ISO/TS 4640 : 2023 Dentistry — Test Methods for Tensile Bond Strength to Tooth Structure
- Established Date: September 6, 2024
- Withdrawal: Not applicable.
- Importance: This standard provides guidelines for testing the bond strength of dental materials, which is critical for ensuring dental treatment efficacy.
- IS 18856 : 2024
- Title: ISO 19007 : 2018 Nanotechnologies — In-Vitro MTS Assay for Measuring the Cytotoxic Effect of Nanoparticles
- Established Date: September 6, 2024
- Withdrawal: Not applicable.
- Importance: This standard is vital for assessing the safety of nanoparticles used in various applications, including medicine and technology.
- IS/IEC 60068-2-17 : 2023
- Title: Environmental Testing Part 2 Tests Section 17 Test Q: Sealing (First Revision)
- Established Date: September 6, 2024
- Withdrawal of Previous Standard: IS/IEC 60068-2-17 : 1994 will be withdrawn on March 6, 2025.
- Importance: This standard pertains to environmental testing methods, ensuring that products can withstand various conditions.
