BIS Quality Control Amendment Order 2025, for K Acid, H Acid & Vinyl Sulphone

Introduction to the BIS (Quality Control) Order, 2025 for K Acid, H Acid, and Vinyl Sulphone

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India, has issued new Quality Control Amendment Orders for certain chemical products.

These amendment orders cover:

1. K Acid
2. H Acid
3. Vinyl Sulphone

The orders are issued under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 after consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

As per the new notification, the implementation dates for these products have been extended to give more time to manufacturers and importers.

Key Changes of the QCO You Should Know

1. The new amendment orders will be known as:
   1. K Acid (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025
   2. H Acid (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025
   3. Vinyl Sulphone (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025
2. The main change under these amendment orders is the extension of the date of implementation.
3. The orders will come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
4. However, the revised enforcement dates for compliance are specified separately for each product.
5. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will continue to act as the certifying and enforcing authority.
6. Manufacturers and importers must comply with the applicable BIS standards and updated timelines.

What is the Date of Implementation?

The revised dates of implementation are as follows:

• For K Acid – 13th May, 2026
• For H Acid – 13th August, 2025
• For Vinyl Sulphone – 13th August, 2025

Businesses must ensure compliance with the applicable BIS standards before the respective dates.

Now, What to Do?

Manufacturers and importers of K Acid, H Acid and Vinyl Sulphone should:

• Check the applicable Indian Standards and QCO requirements
• Review their current compliance status
• Plan product testing, if required
• Apply for BIS certification, if not already obtained
• Complete all compliance formalities before the revised implementation date

The extension provides additional time to understand BIS guidelines and prepare products as per the required standards.

Brand Liaison provides complete assistance for BIS compliance under the Amendment Orders 2025 for K Acid, H Acid and Vinyl Sulphone, including guidance on applicable standards, documentation support, application filing, and coordination with BIS to ensure timely compliance.