Importance of Quality Control Orders for Footwear and Other products

QCO for the 24 footwear products covered under the Footwear made from leather and other materials and Footwear made from all polymeric and all rubber materials shall be implemented from 1st July 2023 and thereafter, a BIS Licence would be mandatory for the manufacturing, importing or selling of products under these QCOs.

BIS permits prior IS standards to run concurrently until withdrawal

The previous standard, i.e., IS 17265 : 2022 Textiles — 100 Percent Polyester Spun Grey and White Yarns — Specification (First Revision) will continue in force concurrently with the current standard. The previous standard will be withdrawn on 6th December, 2023.

BIS Introduces Standard for Agri By-Product Utensils

The BIS states that IS 18267: 2023 covers various aspects, including raw materials, manufacturing techniques, performance, and hygiene requirements for the production of biodegradable utensils. The standard specifically recommends the use of agricultural by-products, such as leaves and sheaths, as preferred materials for making plates, cups, bowls, and more.

BIS withdraws 24 Indian Standards

These Indian Standards range from a period from 1971 to 1998. Pertinently, all the 24 Indian Standards stand withdrawn from 29th May, 2023.