BIS Extension Order 2024 Regarding Ethylene Dichloride & Vinyl Chloride Monomer

Introduction to the BIS Order for Ethylene Dichloride & Vinyl Chloride Monomer

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers had earlier issued a Quality Control Order (QCO) on 6th March 2024 for Ethylene Dichloride and Vinyl Chloride Monomer, with the objective of regulating quality, safety, as well as standard compliance for these critical industrial chemicals.

As per the original QCO, manufacturers and importers were required to make sure that the notified products conform to the applicable Indian Standards and bear the BIS Standard Mark under a valid BIS licence. The order was scheduled to come into force on 12th September 2024.

However, considering industry representations as well as the need for additional time to achieve compliance, the Government has now issued a fresh notification extending the implementation timeline.

Key changes you should know

1. A new Quality Control Order dated 13th September 2024 has been published.
2. The scope, product coverage, as well as the varying applicable standards remain unchanged.
3. The extension strictly relates to the implementation date.
4. The QCO continues to apply to Ethylene Dichloride and Vinyl Chloride Monomer as notified earlier.

What is the revised date of implementation?

• Earlier implementation date: 12th September 2024
• Revised implementation date: 12th March 2025

The Quality Control Order will now become mandatory from 12th March 2025, unless further amendments or extensions are notified.

Now, what to do?

Manufacturers, as well as the importers who are dealing with Ethylene Dichloride and Vinyl Chloride Monomer, should make strategic use of this extended period in order to complete BIS compliance activities.

Here’s what businesses can do:

1. Confirming applicability under the notified QCO.
2. Initiating BIS product testing as per the relevant Indian Standards.
3. Applying for BIS certification/licensing within the revised timeline.
4. Aligning internal quality systems with compliance requirements.
5. Avoiding last-minute certification delays ahead of 12th March 2025.

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