BIS (Quality Control) Order 2025 For Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products

Introduction to the BIS (Quality Control) Order, 2025 for Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, has issued a new Quality Control Order for aluminium and aluminium alloy products.

This order is called the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025.

It has been issued under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, after consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

The Order will come into force from 1st October, 2025.

Key Changes of the QCO You Should Know

As per this new QCO:

1. Certain aluminium and aluminium alloy products must comply with the specified Indian Standards (IS).
2. These products must bear the ISI Mark under a valid BIS license.
3. Certification will be granted under Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
4. The Order applies to the products listed in the official table of the notification.
5. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will act as the certifying and enforcing authority.
6. Any person who violates this Order will be punishable under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
7. The latest version of the applicable Indian Standards, including amendments issued from time to time, shall apply.

Products Covered under this QCO

The following aluminium and aluminium alloy products must comply with the respective Indian Standards:

1. Aluminium alloy tubes for irrigation purposes – welded tubes – IS 7092 (Part 1):1992
2. Aluminium alloy tubes for irrigation purposes – welded tubes – IS 7092 (Part 2):1987
3. EC Grade aluminium rod produced by continuous casting and rolling – IS 5485:1997
4. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy bars, rods and sections (general engineering purpose) – IS 733:1983
5. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys, forging stock and forgings (general engineering purpose) – IS 734:1975
6. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy plate (general engineering purpose) – IS 736:1986
7. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy sheets and strips (general engineering purpose) – IS 737:2008
8. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wire (general engineering purpose) – IS 739:1992
9. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock – IS 740:1977
10. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy bars, rods, tubes, sections, plates and sheets for electrical appliances – IS 5082:1998
11. Aluminium and aluminium alloy foil for pharmaceutical packaging – IS 16011:2012
12. Aluminium composite panel – IS 17682:2021
13. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys – extruded round tube and hollow section for general purposes – IS 1285:2002
14. Wrought aluminium wire for electrical purposes – IS 2067:1975
15. Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys for the manufacture of utensils – IS 21:1992
16. Corrugated aluminium sheet – IS 1254:2007
17. Aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings (alloy 24343) for aerospace appliances – IS 7902:2001

Note: The latest version of the Indian Standards, including amendments issued by BIS from time to time, shall apply.

Exemptions to this QCO

This Order shall not apply to:

1. Goods and articles manufactured domestically for export
2. Goods and articles imported up to 200 kilograms per year for research and development purposes, subject to the following conditions:
3. The goods shall not be sold commercially
4. The goods shall be disposed of as scrap
5. The manufacturer must maintain a year-wise record and submit it to the Government when required

What is the Date of Implementation?

The implementation dates are as follows:

• For general enterprises (other than micro and small enterprises): 1st October, 2025
• For small enterprises: 1st January, 2026
• For micro enterprises: 1st April, 2026

Manufacturers and importers must ensure compliance before the applicable date to continue selling these products in India.

Now, What to Do?

Manufacturers and importers of aluminium and aluminium alloy products should:

• Check whether their products are covered under this QCO
• Identify the applicable Indian Standard (IS)
• Arrange product testing as per BIS requirements
• Apply for BIS certification under Scheme-I
• Prepare necessary documents and factory details
• Ensure certification is obtained before the applicable deadline

Early compliance will help avoid penalties and ensure smooth business operations.

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