BIS Issues Standards On Sanitary Appliances, Plywood, Health Care Products and Mechanical Equipment
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued revised certain standards on Sanitary Appliances and Mechanical Equipment. Additionally, BIS has introduced amendments to the standard of Methods of Test for Plywood and standard for Sterilization of Health Care Products. These notifications were published on May 30 and June 4, 2024.
BIS Revises Standards On Salts, Flour, Food Dyes and Cutting Tools
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has issued revised certain standards on Salts, Flour, Food Dyes and Cutting Tools. These standards were established in May 2024 and their previous versions will be withdrawn from August 2024.
BIS Withdraws 47 Indian Standards
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has withdrawn several standards effective from May 10, 2024. This notification was dated May 28, 2024. These standards include Dielectric Capacitors, Resistors, Semiconductor Devices, Electromechanical Switches for Use in Electronic Equipment, etc.
BIS Withdraws Several Standards From April 22nd, 2024
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has withdrawn several standards effective from April 22, 2024. This notification was dated May 7, 2024. These standards include Code of Practice for Use of Electron Valves, Basic Environmental Testing Procedures for Electronic and Electrical Items, Specification for Equipment for Environmental Tests for Electronic and Electrical Items, etc.
BIS Revises Standards for Dentistry, Ophthalmic Instruments and Medical Electrical Equipment
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has revised certain standards for Dentistry, Ophthalmic Instruments and Medical Electrical Equipment. These notifications were established on April 22, 2024 and published on May 7, 2024.
Copper Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024
In the exercise of authority vested by the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, and in replacement of the Copper Products (Quality Control) Order, 2023, the Central Government, in consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards, has promulgated the Copper Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024.
BIS Revises Standards for Agricultural and Other Equipment and Hygiene Products
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced certain standards for agricultural and other equipment and hygiene products. These notifications were published on March 8, 2024. These standards have been established on February 2024. The previous versions of these standards shall stand withdrawn on the dates specified.
BIS Announces Concessions In Annual Minimum Marking Fees
The amendments focus on providing concessions to micro, small, start-up, and women entrepreneur enterprises. These amendments are expected to provide significant relief to enterprises, particularly smaller and women-led businesses, by reducing their financial burden related to conformity assessment.
BIS Revises Concession In Fees Under Conformity Assessment Regulations
The Indian government has unveiled the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Amendment Regulations, 2024, aimed at refining the existing regulations to better accommodate the needs of businesses, particularly micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and start-ups. Key amendments include adjustments to concession rates in processing fees for MSMEs and start-ups.
BIS Revises Standards for Metals, Textiles, Shoes, Boiler Water Treatment
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced certain standards for BIS Revises Standards for Metals, Textiles, Shoes Boiler Water Treatment. These notifications were published on January 16, 2024. These standards have been established on January 13, 2024. The previous versions of these standards shall stand withdrawn on April 13, 2024 or July 13, 2024 as the case may be.
