ISI / BIS Certification for Specification for Pressure sensitive adhesive insulating tapes for electrical purposes

Pressure sensitive adhesive insulating tapes made from plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) are commonly used in electrical applications for their flexibility and conformability. The plasticized PVC backing material provides good dielectric strength for effective electrical insulation, while the pressure sensitive adhesive ensures easy application and bonding to various surfaces. These tapes exhibit high dielectric strength, essential for preventing electrical breakdown and they are designed to maintain their properties over a range of temperatures.

The plasticized PVC composition imparts flexibility to the tape, making it suitable for wrapping around irregular surfaces commonly found in electrical installations. These tapes play a critical role in ensuring the safety and reliability of electrical systems by preventing unintended electrical contact and protecting against electrical hazards.

With variations such as electrical tapes, high voltage tapes and heat shrink tapes, they find applications in installations, repairs and maintenance across various industries. Considerations for environmental factors, such as moisture and chemical resistance, contribute to their effectiveness in maintaining insulation integrity.

All pressure sensitive adhesive insulating tapes for electrical purposes- Part 3 requirements or individual materials – Sec 1 plasticized polyvinylchloride tapes with non-thermosetting adhesive have been included in the mandatory ISI Certification Scheme under IS 7809 (Part3/ Sec1): 1986.

This standard (Part 3/Sec 1) outlines the criteria for plasticized PVC pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes featuring a non-thermosetting adhesive.

This standard (Part 3/Sec 1) covers requirements for pressure sensitive adhesive tapes made of plasticized PVC with anon-thermosetting adhesive.

About ISI / BIS Certification

Indian Standards Institute, or ISI was renamed the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in 1987. The official mark that the Bureau of Indian Standards provides for manufacturers of various goods is the ISI Mark. It is used to indicate compliance with Indian standards (IS) set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and has been used as a conformity marking for industrial products. Manufacturers received permission from BIS to use the ISI Mark on items that comply with relevant Indian requirements through the product certification program. 

Only manufacturers (domestic or foreign) who produce the finished product will be awarded ISI Certification. This will not be given to any product importers, traders, dealers, or distributors.

Documents Required for ISI / BIS Certification

The following documentation is required to get an ISI certification:

• Main Application Form V
• Address Proof of Manufacturing Unit
• Details of Manufacturing Process
• Test Report of products

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Process of ISI / BIS Certification

There are two approaches for Indian manufacturers to become certified with the ISI Mark:

• Regular Procedure
• Simplified Procedure 

Regular Procedure

With the possible exception of cases deemed "All India first," which might take up to 180 days, the licensing procedure is expected to be finished in 120 days. This timeline starts on the day the application is received, assuming that at different points in time the documentation, unit assessment, and product conformance are all deemed acceptable.

Step 1: Manufacturing Unit Customization in Compliance with Applicable Indian Standards

• Identifying the applicable Indian Standard
• Establishing in-house testing facilities as per the Standard's requirements

Step 2: Submission of the Application Form

• Preparing an Internal Test Report for the product by the relevant Indian Standard
• Compiling all necessary documents
• Completing the Online Application Form
• Online payment of application fees directly to BIS
• Submitting hard copies of the Application Form with all enclosures to the relevant Branch Office (BO) of BIS

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Simplified Procedure

This is a much faster process than the standard procedure. After a factory inspection is deemed satisfactory and the initial evaluation establishes that the sample complies with the applicable Indian Standard(s), the license application process is expected to be finished in 30 days.

Step 1: Adapting the Manufacturing Unit to Comply with the Relevant Indian Standard

• Identifying the applicable Indian Standard
• Establishing in-house testing facilities to meet the Standard's requirements

Step 2: Sample Testing

• Obtaining the necessary certificate for raw materials (Material Test Certificate - MTC)
• Conducting product sample testing at a BIS-recognized testing laboratory

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ISI Mark Certification Process for Foreign Manufacturers

The process of obtaining ISI Mark Certification for Foreign Manufacturers typically includes the following steps:

Step 1: Application

• Compile all the required documents.
• Submit the documents along with the Application Fee.
• An Application Number will be allotted.
• Scrutiny of the Application will be conducted within a specified time frame.​

Step 2: Query Raised (If Any)

• If any documents are missing or there is non-compliance, you will be informed.
• You need to submit a reply within the given timeframe.

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