BIS Extension for Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymers

Introduction to the BIS QCO for Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymers

The Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers (Quality Control) Order, 2022 was issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, in order to ensure quality, safety, as well as absolute standardisation of EVA Copolymers manufactured or sold in India.

The Order came into force on 3rd October 2022 and applies to Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymers that are intended for the domestic market, while goods meant exclusively for export purposes remain exempt from the provisions of this Order.

Under this Order:

1. EVA Copolymers must conform to IS 13601:1993.
2. Products must bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS license
3. Certification is granted under Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
4. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the designated certifying as well as enforcing authority.
5. Any contravention attracts penalties under the BIS Act, 2016.

Key Changes of the Order You Should Know

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has issued the Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers (Quality Control) Second Amendment Order, 2024 on 1st October 2024.

This amendment revises the implementation timeline that has been specified under the original Quality Control Order, providing additional time for manufacturers in order to comply with the mandatory BIS requirements.

What is the revised date of implementation?

• Earlier implementation date: 3rd October 2024
• Revised implementation date: 3rd October 2025

As per the amendment, the Ethylene Vinyl Acetate Copolymers (Quality Control) Order, 2022 shall now come into force on 3rd October 2025.

Now, what to do?

Manufacturers as well as importers of Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymers should use the extended timeline in order to ensure full compliance before the revised enforcement date.

Recommended actions include:

1. Confirming product coverage under the QCO.
2. Ensuring conformity with IS 13601:1993.
3. Conducting testing at BIS-recognised laboratories.
4. Applying for BIS certification under Scheme I.
5. Aligning production and import plans with the revised deadline.

This extension supports a smoother compliance transition, but mandatory enforcement will apply from 3rd October 2025, unless further amendments are officially notified. Brand Liaison can assist with the entire process and make compliance absolutely smooth as well as hassle-free for businesses aiming to enter the Indian market.