BIS QCO for Electrical Appliances for Kitchen

Introduction to the BIS QCO for Electrical Appliances for Kitchen

The Electrical Appliances for Kitchen (Quality Control) Order, 2023, notified by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT) under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, aims to enhance consumer safety and to control the quality of electrical kitchen appliances in the Indian market. This Order provides mandatory BIS certification of specified kitchen appliances; therefore, products being sold in India are meeting the requirements of safety standards.

Products Involved

The following electrical kitchen appliances are covered by Quality Control Order:

• Electrical kitchen appliances (toasters, grills, roasters, and similar appliances) – IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 9): 2009
• Range hoods – IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 31): 2009

Exemption:

This Order does not apply to electrical appliances that are produced domestically and are only manufactured to be sold abroad.

Key Provisions of the Order

• Products to which the coverage applies should be able to meet the Indian Standards as set out in the Order.
• Before entering the Indian market, the mandatory ISI Mark is a requirement for the products.
• The certification of BIS will be attained under Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
• The authorities are the Bureau of Indian Standards, which confers and imposes certifications.
• Any contravention of the Order will be punishable under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.

What is the Date of Implementation?

• This Order is being implemented in phases with regard to the enterprise classification by the MSME Development Act, 2006.
• In the case of large and medium enterprises, the Order takes effect six months after being published in the Official Gazette.
• In the case of small enterprises, the Order will come into force after a period of nine months after publication.
• In the case of micro enterprises, the Order shall take effect twelve months after the date of publication.

Now, What to Do?

All electrical kitchen appliance manufacturers and importers need to review their product portfolio and type of enterprise as soon as possible to be ready to comply with the BIS within the relevant time. Brand Liaison is a professional compliance service provider and can assist the business by:

• Identifying applicable Indian Standards for kitchen appliances
• Coordinating safety testing at BIS-recognised laboratories
• Managing BIS licence applications and documentation
• Liaising with BIS authorities throughout the certification process
• Ensuring compliance before the enforcement date to avoid penalties or market disruption

By partnering with Brand Liaison, businesses will attain timely and accurate, hassle-free compliance with Electrical Appliances for Kitchen QCO.