Introduction
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) provides certification schemes which have important roles for maintaining product quality, safety and reliability in India and internationally. Among the BIS certification schemes, the ISI mark and the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) mark are probably the most well-known certification schemes:
- The ISI mark certification applies to products manufactured and sold in India.
- The FMCS mark certification applies to products manufactured outside of India but exported and sold in the Indian market.
Both marks certify that an item meets Indian Standards (IS) which can provide assurance and confidence to consumers and an opportunity for manufacturers to sell into one of the largest markets in the world.
What is an IS Standard?
IS Standards include technical specification documents and are guidelines developed by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The standards outline requirements related to quality, performance, safety, and reliability of products and services, and are developed for products and services across different sectors and industries.
An IS Standard ensures that a particular product or service meets minimum acceptable requirements as to safety, efficiency and usability. There are numerous categories and sectors which the IS Standards apply to like electronic products, building and construction, automotive, textiles, consumer goods, etc.
What is IS Standard Testing?
IS Standard Testing is the process of evaluating a product against the specific requirements defined under Indian Standards (IS). The testing is conducted in BIS-recognized laboratories to verify that the product complies with established norms before it is certified for market use.
Purpose of IS Standard Testing
The main objectives of IS Standard Testing are:
- Consumer Safety - Prevent accidents, hazards, and health risks.
- Quality Assurance - Maintain consistency and reliability of products.
- Legal Compliance - Ensure products meet mandatory Indian regulations.
- Market Readiness - Provide manufacturers with certification to sell products legally in India.
- Global Trade Alignment - Align Indian products with international benchmarks.
Process of IS Standard Testing
The testing process generally follows these steps:
- Application Submission - The manufacturer applies to BIS for certification of a specific product.
- Sample Selection - Samples are collected from the manufacturing unit or market.
- Laboratory Testing - Samples undergo testing at BIS-approved labs according to relevant IS standards.
- Analysis & Verification - Results are compared against IS requirements.
- Inspection & Audit - BIS officers verify the manufacturing process and quality systems.
- Grant of Certification - If the product passes all checks, the ISI or FMCS certification is awarded.
Importance of IS Standard Testing
- Consumer Protection - Makes sure products are safe for use daily.
- Brand Image - Products with certification gain public trust and favor you in the market.
- Industry Development - Protects against unfair competition and low-quality products.
- Supports Export - Products with BIS certification often meet international requirements for potential global trade.
- Legal Protection - Certification is required or face potential penalties, fines, or market restrictions.
What is ISI Mark Certification?
The ISI Mark is a Certification Mark that is granted by BIS for any product that satisfies the Indian standards (IS). The ISI mark is required for hundreds of product categories, particularly in the areas of consumer safety, construction and electronics.
Major Highlights:
- Applies to only domestic manufacturers in India.
- Required for over 380+ products (e.g., cement, electrical appliances, steel, batteries, etc.).
- Ensures safety, quality and adherence to Indian standards.
What is FMCS Mark Certification?
The FMCS (Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme) mark is used by foreign manufacturers in order to sell products to the Indian market with the BIS mark. Like the ISI Mark, the FMCS certifies that the products comply with Indian Standards, but it is only for manufacturers outside of India.
Major Highlights:
- Applies to Foreign Manufacturers.
- Required for specific imported products prior to entry into the Indian market.
- Certification involves factory inspection, product testing, and continued surveillance.
Difference Between ISI Mark Certification and FMCS Mark Certification
| Aspect | ISI Mark Certification | FMCS Mark Certification |
|---|---|---|
| Applicable To | Indian/domestic manufacturers | Foreign/overseas manufacturers |
| Market Scope | Products manufactured and sold in India | Imported products sold in the Indian market |
| Process | Application, product testing, factory inspection in India | Application, Indian Authorized Representative (AIR), testing, factory audit (outside India) |
| Inspection | Conducted by BIS officers within India | Conducted internationally by BIS officers/traveling inspectors |
| Representative Requirement | No representative needed | Mandatory appointment of an Indian Authorized Representative (AIR) |
| Key Benefit | Easier compliance for domestic units | Market entry into India for overseas companies |
IS Standard Product List ISI FMCS Mark Certification
Below is a categorized list of some of the major product groups that require ISI certification under BIS. (This is not exhaustive, as BIS updates the list frequently.)
1. Electrical and Electronic Products
- Electric irons
- Electric stoves, ovens, and heaters
- Electric cables and wires
- Switches and circuit breakers
- Refrigerators, air conditioners, and washing machines
- LED lights, lamps, and bulbs
- Smart meters
2. Steel and Iron Products
- Steel bars, rods, and wires
- Structural steel
- Steel tubes and pipes
- Stainless steel sheets
- Steel doors, windows, and frames
3. Cement and Building Materials
- Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC)
- Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC)
- Portland Slag Cement (PSC)
- Gypsum plaster
- Roofing sheets
4. Household and Consumer Products
- LPG cylinders and regulators
- Pressure cookers
- Toys
- Helmets
- Packaged drinking water
- Packaged natural mineral water
5. Automotive Products
- Automobile tyres and tubes
- Safety glass for automobiles
- Automotive batteries
- Diesel engines
6. Medical Devices and Equipment
- Clinical thermometers
- X-ray machines
- Blood pressure monitors
7. Other Important Categories
- Fertilizers
- Paints and enamels
- Paper and packaging materials
- Textiles
Cement
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 12330 | Sulphate Resisting Portland Cement | Click Here |
| IS 12600 | Low heat Portland Cement | Click Here |
| IS 1489 (Part 1) | Portland Pozzolana Cement-Part1 Fly-ash based | Click Here |
| IS 1489 (Part 2) | Portland Pozzolana Cement-Part 2 Calcined clay based | Click Here |
| IS 269 | Ordinary Portland Cement | Click Here |
| IS 12600 | Masonry Cement | Click Here |
| IS 455 | Portland Slag Cement | Click Here |
| IS 6452 | High Alumina Cement for Structural use | Click Here |
| IS 6909 | Super sulphated cement | Click Here |
| IS 8041 | Rapid hardening Portland cement | Click Here |
| IS 8042 | White Portland Cement | Click Here |
| IS 8043 | Hydrophobic Portland Cement | Click Here |
| IS 8229 | Oil well Cement | Click Here |
| IS 16415: 2015 | Composite Cement- Specification | Click Here |
| IS 16993: 2018 | Microfine Ordinary Portland Cement- Specification. | Click Here |
| IS 15895: 2018 | High Alumina Refractory Cement. | Click Here |
Household Electrical goods
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 12640 (Part 1) | Residual current operated circuit breakers for house hold and similar uses-Part 1 Circuit breakers without integral overcurrent protection (RCCBs) | Click Here |
| IS 12640 (Part 2) | Residual current operated circuit breakers for household and similar uses-Part 2 Circuit breakers with integral overcurrent protection(RCVOs) | Click Here |
| IS 13010 | AC watt-hour meters, class 0.5, 1 & 2 | Click Here |
| IS 13779 | AC static watt-hour meters, class 1 & 2 | Click Here |
| IS 14697 | AC static transformer operated watt-hour and VAR-hour meters, class 0.2S & 0.5S | Click Here |
| IS 15111 (Part 1 & 2) | Self Ballasted Lamps for General Lighting Services - Part 1 : Safety Requirements & Part 2 : Performance Requirements | Click Here |
| IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 3) | Safety of household and similar electrical appliances - Electric iron | Click Here |
| IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 201) | Safety of household and similar electrical appliances- Electric immersion water-heaters | Click Here |
| IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 202) | Safety of household and similar electrical appliances - Electric stoves | Click Here |
| IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 30) | Safety of household and similar electrical appliances-Room heaters | Click Here |
| IS 3854 | Switches for domestic and similar purposes | Click Here |
| IS 418 | Tungsten filament general service electric lamps (upto100 W ) | Click Here |
| IS 694 | PVC insulated cables for working voltages up to and including 1100V | Click Here |
| IS 8828 | Electrical Accessories-Circuit breakers for overcurrent protection for household and similar installations | Click Here |
| IS 9968 (Part 1) | Elastomer insulated cables (Part.1): For working voltages up to and including1100 V | Click Here |
Batteries
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 8144 | Multi-Purpose dry batteries | Click Here |
Food & Related Products
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 15757 | Follow-up formula -complimentary foods | Click Here |
| IS 11536 | Processed cereal based complementary foods | Click Here |
| IS 1165 | Milk-powder | Click Here |
| IS 1166 | Condensed milk, partly skimmed and skimmed condensed milk | Click Here |
| IS 12176 | Sweetened ultra high temperature treated condensed milk | Click Here |
| IS 13334 (Part 1) | Skimmed milk-powder, standard grade | Click Here |
| IS 13334 (Part 2) | Skimmed milk-powder, extra grade | Click Here |
| IS 13428 | Packaged Natural Mineral Water | Click Here |
| IS 14433 | Infant milk substitutes | Click Here |
| IS 17945: 2022 | Food for Special Medical Purpose intended for Infants | Click Here |
| IS 14542 | Partly skimmed milk powder | Click Here |
| IS 14543 | Packaged Drinking Water (Other than Packaged Natural Mineral Water) | Click Here |
| IS 1656 | Milk- cereal Based Complementary foods | Click Here |
Feeding Bottles
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 14625 | Plastic Feeding Bottles | Click Here |
| IS 5168 | Glass Feeding Bottles | Click Here |
Oil Pressure Stoves
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 10109 | Oil pressure stove, offset burner type | Click Here |
| IS 2787 | Multi-burner oil pressure stoves | Click Here |
| IS 1342 | Oil pressure stoves | Click Here |
Automobile Accessories
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 13098 | Automotive vehicles -Tubes for pneumatic tyres | Click Here |
| IS 15627 | Automotive vehicles- Pneumatic tyres for two and three-wheeled motor vehicles | Click Here |
| IS 15633 | Automotive vehicles-Pneumatic tyres for passenger car vehicles- Diagonal and radial ply | Click Here |
| IS 15636 | Automotive vehicles- Pneumatic tyres for commercial vehicles-Diagonal and radial ply | Click Here |
Cylinder, Valves and Regulator
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 14899 | Liquefied petroleum gas containers for automotive use | Click Here |
| IS 15100 | Multifunction valve assembly for permanently fixed liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) containers for automotive use | Click Here |
| IS 3196 (Part 4) | Welded low carbon steel cylinders exceeding 5 litre Water capacity for low pressure liquefiable gases Part 4 Cylinders for toxic and corrosive gases | Click Here |
| IS 3196 (Part 1) | Welded low carbon steel gas cylinder exceeding 5 litre water capacity for low pressure liquefiable gases Part1 Cylinders for liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) | Click Here |
| IS 3196 (Part 2) | Welded low carbon steel gas cylinder exceeding 5-litre water capacity for low pressure liquefiable gases Part 2 Cylinders for liquefiable gases other than LPG | Click Here |
| IS 3224 | Valve fittings for compressed gas cylinder excluding liquefied petroleum gas cylinders | Click Here |
| IS 3745 | Yoke Type Valve Connection for Small Medical Gas Cylinders | Click Here |
| IS 7142 | Welded low carbon steel cylinders for low pressure liquefiable gases not exceeding 5 litre water capacity | Click Here |
| IS 7285 (Part 1) | Refillable Seamless steel gas cylinders Part1 Normalized steel cylinders | Click Here |
| IS 7285 (Part 2) | Refillable Seamless steel gas cylinders Part 2 Quenched and tempered steel cylinders with tensile strength less than 1100 MPa (112 kgf/mm2) | Click Here |
| IS 7302 | Valve fittings for gas cylinder valves for use with breathing apparatus | Click Here |
| IS 7312 | Welded and seamless steel dissolved acetylene gas cylinders | Click Here |
| IS 8737 | Valve fittings for use with liquefied petroleum gas cylinders of more than 5 litre water capacity Part 2 Valve fittings for newly manufactured LPG cylinders | Click Here |
| IS 8776 | Valve Fittings for Use with Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Cylinders up to and Including 5-Litre Water Capacity | Click Here |
| IS 9798 | Low pressure regulators for use with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) mixtures | Click Here |
Medical Equipment
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 3055 (Part 1) | Clinical thermometers :Part1 Solid stem type | Click Here |
| IS 3055 (Part 2) | Clinical thermometers :Part 2 Enclosed scale type | Click Here |
| IS 7620 (Part 1) | Diagnostic Medical X-Ray Equipment | Click Here |
Steel and Iron Products
| IS Standard | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 1785 (Part 1) : 1983 | Plain Hard-drawn Steel Wire For Pre-stressed Concrete: Part 1 Cold Drawn Stress-relieved Wire | Click Here |
| IS 1785 (Part 2) : 1983 | Plain hard-drawn steel wire for pre-stressed concrete Part 2: As drawn wire | Click Here |
| IS 6003:2010 | Indented wire for Pre-stressed concrete | Click Here |
| IS 6006:2014 | Uncoated stress relieved strand for Pre-stressed concrete. | Click Here |
| IS 13620:1993 | Fusion bonded epoxy coated reinforcing bars | Click Here |
| IS 14268:1995 | Uncoated Stress Relieved Low Relaxation Seven-ply Strand For Pre-stressed Concrete. | Click Here |
| IS 277:2003 | Galvanized steel sheets ( plain and corrugated). | Click Here |
| IS 2002:2009 | Steel plates for pressure vessels for intermediate and high temperature service including boilers. | Click Here |
| IS 2041:2009 | Steel plates for pressure vessels used at moderate and low temperature | Click Here |
| IS 2830:2012 | Carbon steel cast billet ingots ,billets, blooms and slabs for rerolling into steel for general structural purpose | Click Here |
| IS 1786:2008 | High strength deformed steel bars and wires for concrete reinforcement | Click Here |
| IS 648:2006 | Cold rolled non-oriented electrical steel sheets and strip-fully processed type (CRNO) | Click Here |
| IS 3024:2015 | Grain oriented electrical steel sheet & strip (CRGO) | Click Here |
| IS 15391:2003 | Oriented Electrical Steel Sheet and Strip- Semi-Processed Type- Specification. | Click Here |
| IS 2062:2011 | Hot rolled medium and high tensile structural steel | Click Here |
| IS 432 : Part 1:1982 | Mild Steel and Medium Tensile Steel Bars and Hard-Drawn Steel Wire for Concrete Reinforcement: Part 1 Mild steel and medium tensile steel bars | Click Here |
| IS 432 : Part 2:1982 | Mild steel and Medium Tensile steel bars and Hard-Drawn Steel Wire for Concrete Reinforcement: Part 2 Hard- Drawn Steel Wire | Click Here |
| IS 513 (Part-1): 2016 | Cold reduced carbon steel sheets and strips Part 1 Cold Forming and Drawing Purpose | Click Here |
| IS 513(Part-2):2016 | Cold reduced carbon steel sheets and strips Part 2 High Tensile and Multi-phase Steel | Click Here |
| IS 1079: 2017 | Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip - Specification. | Click Here |
| IS 1875:1992 | Carbon steel billets, blooms, slabs and bars for forgings. | Click Here |
| IS 2879:1998 | Mild steel for metal arc welding electrodes. | Click Here |
| IS 3502:2009 | Steel Chequered Plates | Click Here |
| IS 5872:1990 | Cold Rolled Steel Strips (Box Strappings). | Click Here |
| IS 5986: 2017 | Hot Rolled Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip for Forming and Flanging Purposes - Specification. | Click Here |
| IS 6240:2008 | Hot Rolled Steel Plate (up to 6 mm) Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Low Pressure Liquefiable Gas Cylinders | Click Here |
| IS 7283:1992 | Hot Rolled bars for production of bright bars and machined parts for engineering applications. | Click Here |
| IS 7887:1992 | Mild steel wire rods for general engineering purposes. | Click Here |
| IS 10748:2004 | Hot Rolled Steel Strip for Welded Tubes and Pipes. | Click Here |
| IS 11513:2017 | Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Strip for Cold Rolling Purposes - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 15647:2006 | Hot rolled steel narrow width strip for welded tubes and pipes | Click Here |
| IS 7904:2017 | High carbon steel wire rods- Specification | Click Here |
| IS 14246:2013 | Continuously pre-painted galvanized steel sheets and coils | Click Here |
| IS 15965:2012 | Pre-painted aluminium zinc alloy metallic coated steel strip and sheet (Plain). | Click Here |
| IS 280: 2006 | Mild steel wire for General Engineering purposes. | Click Here |
| IS 1835:1976 | Round Steel wire for ropes | Click Here |
| IS 3975:1999 | Low Carbon Galvanized steel wires formed wires and Tapes for armouring of Cables | Click Here |
| IS 4368:1967 | Alloy Steel billets, blooms and slabs for forging for general engineering purposes. | Click Here |
| IS 4454 (Part 1) : 2001 | Steel wire for mechanical springs Part-1 cold drawn unalloyed steel wire. | Click Here |
| IS 4454 (Part 2): 2001 | Steel wire for mechanical springs Part-2 oil hardened and tempered steel wire. | Click Here |
| IS 4824:2006 | Bead Wires for Tyres | Click Here |
| IS 11169 (Part 1): 1984 | Steels for Cold Heading/Cold extrusion application Part-1 Wrought carbon and low alloy steels | Click Here |
| IS 11587:1986 | Structural Weather resistant steel. | Click Here |
| IS 15103: 2002 | Fire resistant Steel- Specification | Click Here |
| IS 15914:2011 | High Tensile Strength Flat Rolled Steel Plate (Up to 6 mm), Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Welded Gas Cylinder. | Click Here |
| IS 15961:2012 | Hot Dip aluminium- Zinc alloy metallic coated steel strip and sheet (Plain) | Click Here |
| IS 15962:2012 | Structural Steel for Building for Structures with improved seismic Resistance | Click Here |
| IS 6527:1995 | Stainless Steel wire Rod | Click Here |
| IS 6528:1995 | Stainless Steel Wires | Click Here |
| IS 6603:2001 | Stainless Steel Bars and Flats | Click Here |
| IS 5522:2014 | Stainless Steel sheets and strips for utensils- Specification | Click Here |
| IS 6911:2017 | Stainless Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip- Specification | Click Here |
| IS 15997:2012 | Low Nickel Austenitic Stainless Steel Sheet and Strip For Utensils and Kitchen Applications- Specification | Click Here |
| IS 1110 : 1990 | Ferrosilicon - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 4409 : 1973 | Specification for Ferronickel | Click Here |
| IS 1029 : 1970 | Specification for Hot rolled steel strip (bailing) | Click Here |
| IS 2385 : 1977 | Specification for Hot-rolled mild steel sheet and strip in coil form for cold-reduced tinplate and cold-reduced black plate | Click Here |
| IS 3039 : 1988 | Specification for Structural steel for construction of hulls of ships | Click Here |
| IS 9550 2001 | Bright steel bars - v Specification | Click Here |
| IS 3748 : 1990 | Tool and die steels - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 5517 : 1993 | Steel for hardening and tempering - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 16732: 2019 | Galvanized Structural Steel - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 7494 : 1981 | Specification for Steel for valves for internal combustion engines | Click Here |
| IS 12146 : 1987 | Specification for Carbon manganese steel forgings for pressure vessels | Click Here |
| IS 16585 : 2016 | Magnetic materials - specification for individual material - Fe based amorphous strip delivered in the semi-processed state. | Click Here |
| IS 2831 : 2012 | Carbon steel cast billet ingots, billets, blooms and slabs for re-rolling into structural steel (ordinary quality) - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 1148: 2009 | Steel Rivet Bars (medium And High Tensile) - For Structural Purposes | Click Here |
| IS 1673: 1984 | Specification for Mild Steel Wire, Cold Heading Quality | Click Here |
| IS 1812: 1982 | Specification for Carbon Steel Wire for the Manufacture of Wood Screws | Click Here |
| IS 2507: 1975 | Specification for Cold - rolled Steel Strips For Springs. | Click Here |
| IS 2255: 1977 | Specification for Mild Steel Wire Rod for the Manufacture of Machine Screws (By Cold Heading Process). | Click Here |
| IS 8951: 2001 | Steel Cast Billet Ingots, Billets and Blooms for production of High Carbon Steel Wire Rods- Specification | Click Here |
| IS 8952: 1995 | Steel ingots, blooms and billets for production of mild steel wire rods for general engineering purposes - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 9476: 1980 | Specification for Cold rolled steel strips for carbon steel razor blades. | Click Here |
| IS 9962: 1981 | Specification for Steel Wire for Needles. | Click Here |
| IS 17111: 2019 (ISO 683- 17: 2014) | Heat-Treated Steels Alloy and Free-Cutting Steels - Ball and Roller Bearing Steels. | Click Here |
| IS 14331:1995 | Steels for High Temperature Bolting Applications - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 12594: 1988 | Hot-dip Zinc Coating on Structural Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 14650:1999 | Carbon Steel Cast Billet Ingots, Billets, Blooms and Slabs for Rerolling purposes- Specification | Click Here |
| IS 4882: 1979 | Specification for Low Carbon Steel Wire for Rivets for use in Bearing Industry | Click Here |
| IS 2090:1983 | Specification for High Tensile Steel Bars used in Pre-stressed Concrete | Click Here |
| IS 6529:1996 | Stainless Steel Blooms Billets And Slabs For Forging | Click Here |
| IS 9294:1979 | Cold-Rolled Stainless Steel Strips for Razor Blades | Click Here |
| IS 10631:1983 | Stainless Steel for welding electrode core wire | Click Here |
| IS 10632 (Part 2):1983 | Specification for Non Magnetic stainless steel for electrical applications Part 2 Specific requirements for binding wire. | Click Here |
| IS 10632 (Part 3):1983 | Specification for Non Magnetic stainless steel for electrical applications Part 3 Specific requirements for sheets, strips and plates. | Click Here |
| IS 5651:1987 | Steels for Pneumatic Tools | Click Here |
| IS 9516:1980 | Heat Resisting Steels | Click Here |
| IS 11952:1986 | Steels For Piston Pins (Gudgeon Pins) | Click Here |
| IS 12045:1987 | Alloys Used in Electrical Resistance Metallic Heating Elements | Click Here |
| IS 14652:1999 | 18 Percent Nickel Maraging Steel Bars and Rods | Click Here |
| IS 1566:1982 | Specification for Hard-drawn Steel Wire Fabric For Concrete Reinforcement | Click Here |
| IS 1170: 1992 | Ferrochromium - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 11946:1987 | Soft Magnetic Iron Strips | Click Here |
| IS 11947:1987 | Soft Magnetic Iron Rods, Bars Flats and Sections | Click Here |
| IS 963: 1958 | Chrome molybdenum steel bars and rods for aircraft purposes | Click Here |
| IS 4454 (Part 4): 2001 | Steel Wires for Mechanical Springs- Part 4: Stainless Steel Wire | Click Here |
| IS 1993 : 2018 | Cold-reduced Electrolytic Tin Plate | Click Here |
| IS 12591:2018 | Cold-reduced Electrolytic Chromium/Chromium oxide - coated steel | Click Here |
| IS 412:1975 | Expanded Metal Steel Sheets For General Purposes | Click Here |
| IS 2100: 1970 | Steel Billets, Bars And Sections For Boilers | Click Here |
| IS 2589: 1975 | Hard Drawn Steel Wire For Upholstery Springs | Click Here |
| IS 3298: 1981 | Mild Steel Rivet Bars For Ship Building | Click Here |
| IS 4072: 1975 | Steel For Spring Washers | Click Here |
| IS 8510 (Part II): 1977 | Steel Wire For Banding Of Armatures And Rotors Part II Specific Requirements for magnetic banding wires | Click Here |
| IS 8510 (PartIII): 1977 | Tinned Steel Wire For Banding Of Armatures And Rotors Part III Specific Requirements for non-magnetic banding wires | Click Here |
| IS 8563: 1977 | Half Round Mild Steel Wire For The Manufacture of Split Pins | Click Here |
| IS 8564: 1977 | Steel Wire For Nipples For Spokes | Click Here |
| IS 8565: 1977 | Heald Wire | Click Here |
| IS 8566: 1977 | Steel Wire For Reeds | Click Here |
| IS 8917: 1978 | Plates For Galvanizing Pots | Click Here |
| IS 9442: 1980 | Hot Rolled Steel Plates Sheets And Strips For Manufacture of Agricultural Discs | Click Here |
| IS 9485: 1980 | Cold-Reduced And Hot-Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet For Porcelain Enamelling | Click Here |
| IS 10794: 1984 | Mild steel wire for cotter pins | Click Here |
| IS 12262:1988 | Trapezoidal Steel Wire For Springs Washers | Click Here |
| IS 1470: 2013 | Silicomanganese - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 15911:2010 | Structural Steel (Ordinary Quality) | Click Here |
| IS 1171: 2011 | Ferromanganese - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 4431: 1978 | Carbon And Carbon- Manganese Free- Cutting Steels | Click Here |
| IS 4432: 1988 | Case Hardening Steels | Click Here |
| IS 5518: 1996 | Steels For Die Blocks For Drop Forging | Click Here |
| IS 8748: 1978 | Forged/Rolled CTC Segments | Click Here |
| IS 12145: 1987 | Content Quenched And Tempered Alloy Steel Forgings For Pressure Vessels | Click Here |
| IS 13387: 1992 | Tool Steel Forgings For Metal Forming | Click Here |
| IS 14698:1999 | Carbon And Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs And Bars For Manufacture Of Shell Bodies And Proof Shots Used In Defence Services | Click Here |
| IS/ISO 11951 : 2016 | Cold - Reduced tin mill products - Blackplate | Click Here |
| IS 3930: 1994 | Flame And Induction Hardening Steels | Click Here |
| IS 5478: 1969 | Thermostat Metal Sheet and Strip | Click Here |
| IS 13352: 1992 | Stock for Forgings produced from Continuously Cast Blooms, Billets and Slabs | Click Here |
| IS 16644: 2018 | Stress-Relieved, Low Relaxation Steel Wire for Pre-stressed Concrete | Click Here |
| IS 17404 : 2020 | Electrogalvanized Hot Rolled and Cold Reduced Carbon Steel Sheets and Strips | Click Here |
| IS 18316: 2023 | Hot Rolled and Cold Rolled Steel Strips Intended For Processing Of Semi/Fully Processed Non Grain Oriented Electrical Steel Or Fully Processed Grain Oriented Electrical Steel | Click Here |
| IS 18384: 2023 | Hot-Rolled Steel Strip, Sheet and Plates for Welded Steel Pipe for Pipeline Transportation Systems | Click Here |
| IS 18385: 2023 | Hot- Dip galvanized/ galvannealed Steel Sheet and strips for Automotive Applications | Click Here |
| IS 18513: 2023 | Hot-Dip Zinc - Aluminium - Magnesium Alloy Coated Steel Sheets, Plates and Strips | Click Here |
| IS 1469: 1993 | Ferromolybdenum - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 1466: 1985 | Specification for Ferro Vanadium | Click Here |
| IS 8329 : 2000 | Centrifugally cast (spun) ductile iron pressure pipes for water, gas and sewage | Click Here |
| IS 9523:2000 | Ductile iron fittings for pressure pipes for water, gas and sewage | Click Here |
| IS 1161:2014 | Steel tubes for structural purposes | Click Here |
| IS 1239 (Part 1):2014 | Steel Tubes, Tubulars and Other Wrought Steel Fittings - Part 1 : Steel Tubes | Click Here |
| IS 4270:2001 | Steel tubes used for water-wells (upto 200 mm dia) | Click Here |
| IS 9139:1979 | Specification for Malleable iron shots and grits for use in foundries | Click Here |
Electrical Transformers
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 1180 (Part 1) | Out door type Oil immersed Distribution Transformers upto and including 2500 kVA, 33 KV-specification Part 1 Mineral oil immersed | Click Here |
Electrical Motors
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 12615 | Energy Efficient Induction Motors-Three Phase Squirrel Cage | Click Here |
Capacitors
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 2993 | A.C. motor capacitors | Click Here |
| IS 13340 | Power Capacitors of Self-healing Type for AC Power Systems having Rated Voltage up to 650V | Click Here |
| IS 13585 Part 1 | Shunt Power Capacitors of the Non-Self-Healing Type for AC System having a Rated Voltage up to and Including 1000V Part-1 General Performance, Testing and Rating Safety Requirements Guide for Installation and Operation | Click Here |
Chemicals, Fertilizers, Polymers & Textiles
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 252:2013 | Caustic Soda -Specification | Click Here |
| IS 10116 : 2015 | Boric Acid - Specification | Click Here |
| IS 15573 | Poly Aluminium Chloride | Click Here |
| IS 695:2020 | Acetic Acid | Click Here |
| IS 2833:2019 | Aniline | Click Here |
| IS 517:2020 | Methanol | Click Here |
| IS 5158: 1987 | Specification for Phthalic Anhydride, Technical | Click Here |
| IS 8058:2018 | Pyridine | Click Here |
| IS 16113:2013 | Gamma Picoline | Click Here |
| IS 16112:2013 | Beta Picoline | Click Here |
| IS 12084: 2018 | Morpholine | Click Here |
| IS 297:2001 | Sodium Sulphide, Technical | Click Here |
| IS 7129:1992 | Potassium Carbonate, Anhydrous | Click Here |
| IS 170:2004 | Acetone | Click Here |
| IS 4581:1978 | Phosphorous Trichloride, pure and Analytical Reagent | Click Here |
| IS 11744:1986 | Phosphorous Pentachloride, Technical | Click Here |
| IS 11657:1986 | Phosphorous Oxychloride, Technical | Click Here |
| IS 2080:2021 | Stabilized Hydrogen Peroxide | Click Here |
| IS 3205:1984 | Precipitated Barium Carbonate, Technical | Click Here |
| IS 12928:1990 | Precipitated Barium for Ceramic and Glass Industry | Click Here |
| IS 4505:2015 | Sodium Formaldehyde Sulphoxylate | Click Here |
| IS 6100:1984 | Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Anhydrous, Technical | Click Here |
| IS 14709:1999 | n- Butyl Acrylate | Click Here |
| IS 5295:1985 | Ethylene Glycol | Click Here |
| IS 537:2011 | Toluene | Click Here |
| IS 15030:2001 | Terephthalic Acid | Click Here |
| IS 14707: 1999 | Methyl Acrylate | Click Here |
| IS 14708:1999 | Ethyl Acrylate | Click Here |
| IS 12345:1988 | Vinyl Acetate Monomer | Click Here |
| IS 4105:2020 | Styrene (Vinyl Benzene) | Click Here |
| IS 5149:2020 | Maleic Anhydride, Technical | Click Here |
| IS 12540:1988 | Acrylonitrile | Click Here |
| IS 17265:2019 | 100 Percent. Polyester Spun Grey and White Yarn (PSY) | Click Here |
| IS 17261:2019 | Polyester Continuous Filament Fully Drawn Yarn (FDY) | Click Here |
| IS 17264:2019 | Polyester Industrial Yarn (IDY) | Click Here |
| IS 17262:2019 | Polyester Partially Oriented Yarn (POY) | Click Here |
| IS 17263:2019 | Polyester Staple Fibres (PSF) | Click Here |
| IS 7328:2020 | Polyethylene Material for moulding and extrusion (i) Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE) (ii) Linear Low-Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) (iii) High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) | Click Here |
| IS 11356:2020 | Styrene-Butadiene Rubber Latex | Click Here |
| IS 16481:2016 | Synthetic Micro-Fibres for use in Cement Based Matrix | Click Here |
| IS 12795:2020 | Linear Alkyl Benzene | Click Here |
| IS 13601:1993 | Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymers | Click Here |
| IS 7686:2020 | 3(N, N-DiEthyl) Aminophenol | Click Here |
| IS 4566:2020 | Methylene Chloride (Dichloromethane) | Click Here |
| IS 2012:2006 | Red Phosphorus | Click Here |
| IS 17077 :2019/ISO 19062-1 : 2015 | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | Click Here |
| IS 869:2020 | Ethylene Dichloride | Click Here |
| IS 17370:2020 | p-Xylene | Click Here |
| IS 14434:1998 | Polycarbonate | Click Here |
| IS 17397 (Part 1) : 2020/ISO 16365-1 : 2014 | Polyurethanes | Click Here |
| IS 17442:2020 | Vinyl Chloride Monomer | Click Here |
| IS 17450 : 2020 | 1,3 Phenylenediamine | Click Here |
| IS 10931 : 1984 | Lauric Acid | Click Here |
| IS 12029 : 1986 | Acid Oil | Click Here |
| IS 12067: 1987 | Palm Fatty Acids | Click Here |
| IS 12068 :1987 | Rice Bran Fatty Acids | Click Here |
| IS 12069 : 1987 | Coconut Fatty Acids | Click Here |
| IS 12124 : 1987 | Rubberseed Fatty Acids | Click Here |
| IS 12361 :1988 | Hydrogenated Rice Bran Fatty Acids | Click Here |
Kitchen Appliances
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 302 (Part 2/ Section 14) | Hand-held Blender | Click Here |
| IS 4250 | Domestic Electric Food Mixer (Liquidizers and Grinders) and Centrifugal Juicer | Click Here |
Domestic Water Heaters for use with LPG
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 15558 | Instantaneous Domestic Water Heater for use with Liquefied Petroleum Gas | Click Here |
Air Conditioner and its related Parts, Hermetic Compressor and Temperature Sensing Controls
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 1391 (Part-1): 2017 | Room Air Conditioners- Specification Part 1 Unitary Air Conditioners | Click Here |
| IS 1391 (Part-2): 2018 | Room Air Conditioners- Specification Part 2 Split Air Conditioners | Click Here |
| IS 8148:2018 | Ducted and Package Air Conditioners | Click Here |
| IS 11329:2018 | Finned type Heat Exchanger for Room Air Conditioner | Click Here |
| IS 10617:2018 | Hermetic compressor Hermetic Compressors-Specification | Click Here |
Plugs and Socket-Outlets and Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 1293 : 2005 | Plugs and socket-outlets of Rated Voltage up to and including 250 Volts and Rated current up to and including 16 amperes | Click Here |
| IS 15884:2010 | Alternating Current Direct Connected Static Prepayment Meters for Active Energy (Class1 and 2) | Click Here |
Domestic Gas Stoves for use with Liquefied Petroleum Gases
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 4246: 2002 | Domestic Gas Stoves for use with Liquefied Petroleum Gases | Click Here |
Transparent Float Glass
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 14900: 2018 | Transparent Float Glass | Click Here |
Domestic Pressure Cooker
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 2347:2017 | Domestic Pressure Cooker | Click Here |
Cables
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 1554(Part 1) : 1988 | Specification for PVC Insulated (Heavy Duty) Electric Cables Part 1 For Working Voltages up to and Including 1100 V | Click Here |
| IS 1554(Part 2) : 1988 | Specification for PVC Insulated (Heavy Duty) Electric Cables Part 2 For Working Voltages from 3.3 kV up to and Including 11 kV | Click Here |
| IS 7098 (Part 1) : 1988 | Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene Insulated PVC Sheathed Cables Part 1 for working voltages up to and including 1100 V | Click Here |
| IS 7098 (Part 2) : 2011 | Crosslinked polyethylene insulated Thermoplastics sheathed cables - Specification Part 2 for working voltages from 3.3 kV up to and including 33 kV | Click Here |
| IS 7098 (Part 3) : 1993 | Cross-Linked Polyethylene Insulated Thermoplastics Sheathed Cables Part 3 For Working Voltages from 66 kV Up to and Including 220 kV | Click Here |
Rubber Hose for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 9573(Part 1):2017 | Rubber Hose for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)- Specification Part 1 Industrial Application | Click Here |
| IS 9573(Part 2):2017 | Rubber Hose for Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG)- Specification Part 2- Domestic and Commercial Application. | Click Here |
Aluminium Foil
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 15392 | Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Bare Foil for Food Packaging | Click Here |
Non Electric Toys
| IS Standards | Product Name | For More Info |
|---|---|---|
| IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018 | Safety of Toys Part l Safety Aspects Related to Mechanical and Physical Properties. | Click Here |
| IS 9873 (Part 2) : 2017 | Safety of Toys Part 2 Flammability. | Click Here |
| IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017 | Safety Requirements for Toys Part 3 Migration of Certain Elements. | Click Here |
| IS 9873 (Part 4) : 2017 | Safety of Toys Part 4 Swings, Slides and Similar Activity Toys for Indoor and Outdoor Family Domestic Use. | Click Here |
| IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017 | Safety of Toys Part 9 Certain Phthalates Esters in Toys and Children’s Products. | Click Here |
Benefits of ISI and FMCS Certification
- Consumer Trust - Increases credibility and brand strength.
- Legal Requirement - Some products will not be sold in India legally without certification from BIS.
- Market Access - A smoother pathway into the Indian domestic market and global market.
- Competitive Edge - Certified products distinguish themselves from uncertified alternatives.
- Safety & Quality Assurance - Lowers the risk of accidents and failure.
Certification Process
ISI Mark Certification Process (Domestic)
- Application submission to BIS.
- Product testing at BIS-approved labs.
- Factory inspection by BIS officers.
- Grant of license with ISI mark approval.
- Ongoing surveillance to ensure compliance.
FMCS Mark Certification Process (Foreign)
- Application submission by foreign manufacturer.
- Nomination of Indian Authorized Representative (AIR).
- Product testing at BIS-approved labs.
- Factory audit & inspection.
- Grant of BIS FMCS license.
- Renewal & surveillance audits.
Documents Required
- Company registration documents.
- Factory license.
- Quality management system (QMS) certificates.
- Product test reports.
- Authorized representative details (for FMCS).
- Manufacturing process details.
Cost Factors
Certification cost depends on:
- Application fee.
- Product testing charges.
- Inspection fees (travel & audit expenses for FMCS).
- License fee.
- Marking fee (based on production volume).
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