BIS (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025 for Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers

Introduction to the BIS QCO for Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers had earlier issued the Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers (Quality Control) Order, 2025 on 1st October 2024, mandating BIS certification for the product in order to ensure quality, safety, as well as conformity with applicable Indian Standards. The original implementation was scheduled for 3rd October 2025. However, through a new Quality Control Amendment Order that has been issued on 1st October 2025, the government has revised the compliance timeline under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.

Key Changes You Should Know

1. The Order is titled Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025.
2. It comes into force from the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.
3. The implementation date for mandatory BIS certification has been extended.
4. All other provisions of the original QCO remain unchanged.

What is the Date of Implementation?

The new enforcement date is 3rd October 2026.

After this date, the manufacture, import, sale, distribution, or stocking of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers without BIS certification and the Standard Mark will not be permitted in India.

Benefits and Impact on Businesses

• Provides additional time for industry stakeholders in order to align product quality as well as compliance systems with BIS requirements.
• Allows manufacturers, importers, as well as distributors sufficient time to complete testing, documentation, and licensing.
• Reduces immediate compliance burden and supports smoother transition across supply chains.
• Ensures better preparation in order to avoid future regulatory risks, penalties, or trade disruptions once the new deadline becomes effective.

What Should Businesses Do Now?

Companies dealing in Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers should initiate or continue BIS certification processes without any further delay, including product testing, application filing, as well as documentation to ensure compliance before October 2026. Proactive planning will help avoid certification hassles closer to the deadline and ensure uninterrupted market operations.

Brand Liaison supports global and domestic manufacturers with end-to-end BIS compliance management, including testing coordination, documentation, application handling, and regulatory updates. Businesses can partner and get in touch with Brand Liaison to ensure timely as well as absolutely seamless licensing before the new enforcement date.