BIS Draft QCO 2025 For Rolled Glass

Introduction to the BIS QCO for Rolled Glass

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT), has issued the Draft Rolled Glass (Quality Control) Order, 2025.

Rolled glass, which is also known as patterned or figured glass, is widely used in construction, interiors, partitions, doors, windows, as well as a variety of decorative applications. Since it is often used in buildings and public spaces, maintaining quality as well as safety standards is definitely very important.

With this Draft QCO, the government proposes to make BIS certification mandatory for rolled glass products in India. This step aims to ensure consistent product quality and prevent the circulation of substandard materials in the market.

Key Changes You Should Know

1. The new draft will be called the Rolled Glass (Quality Control) Order, 2025.
2. It will come into effect after 6 months from publication in the official e-Gazette.
3. It will not apply to products that are manufactured only for the purpose of export.
4. The product must comply with IS 5437:2024.
5. The product must carry the ISI Mark under a valid BIS licence (Scheme-I).
6. BIS will act as the certifying and enforcing authority.
7. Non-compliance will attract penalties under the BIS Act, 2016.

What is the Date of Implementation?

The implementation timeline will be counted from the date of notification in the official e-Gazette.

Different timelines apply depending on enterprise classification under MSME rules.

Benefits of this Order for the Industry

• This Draft QCO will help improve product quality as well as safety in the glass industry.
• It will reduce the availability of low-grade rolled glass in the market.
• Builders, architects, and developers will gain confidence in certified materials.
• It ensures fair competition for genuine manufacturers who follow proper standards.
• In the long term, it strengthens the reliability of Indian construction materials.

Now, What to Do?

Even though this is a draft order, manufacturers and importers should begin preparation early. Businesses dealing in specified rolled glass products in the Indian market must: 

• Study the requirements of IS 5437:2024 carefully.
• Conduct a gap analysis of your current manufacturing process.
• Plan product testing through BIS-recognized laboratories.
• Prepare factory quality control documents.
• Keep checking for the final notification and start the BIS licence application well before your deadline.

How Brand Liaison Can Support You

Brand Liaison helps you organize technical files, coordinate lab sampling, and prepare factory audit readiness beforehand. We also assist in planning compliance timelines based on your enterprise category, so your production as well as supply commitments are not disturbed. With structured guidance and proactive compliance planning, you can smoothly transition into BIS-certified operations without facing any kind of business interruption.