BIS Extension Order for P-Xylene & Polyurethanes

Introduction to the BIS QCO for P-Xylene & Polyurethanes

The Polyurethanes (Quality Control) Order, 2021 was originally issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers on 13th September 2021, in consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), with the objective of ensuring quality, safety, as well as absolute standardisation of polyurethane products used or sold in India.

Under this Order, all goods or articles made of Polyurethanes are required to conform to the prescribed Indian Standard, namely IS 17397 (Part 1): 2020 or the equivalent international standard ISO 16365-1:2014, and must bear the ISI Mark under a valid BIS license. BIS acts as the certifying and enforcing authority, while goods that are manufactured exclusively for export purposes remain exempt from these requirements.

Subsequently, on 6th March 2024, the Ministry issued Quality Control Orders covering P-Xylene and Polyurethanes, fixing a common implementation timeline.

Now, a fresh amendment has been issued to extend the compliance deadline.

Key changes you should know

1. The QCO for P-Xylene & Polyurethanes was notified on 6th March 2024.
2. It was originally scheduled to become mandatory from 19th September 2024.
3. A new amendment order dated 23rd September 2024 has now been published.
4. This amendment extends the implementation date, giving additional time to affected businesses.
5. The extension is meant to support industry readiness and a smoother transition to BIS compliance.

What is the date of implementation?

• Earlier implementation date: 19th September 2024
• Revised implementation date: 19th March 2025

The Quality Control requirements for P-Xylene & Polyurethanes will now become mandatory from 19th March 2025.

Now, what to do?

Manufacturers, importers, as well as brand owners who are dealing with P-Xylene and Polyurethanes should use this extended timeline to complete their compliance preparations.

Next steps for affected businesses:

1. Confirm whether products fall under the scope of the Polyurethanes QCO.
2. Identify the applicable standard IS 17397 (Part 1): 2020 or ISO 16365-1:2014.
3. Initiate or complete testing at BIS-recognized laboratories.
4. Apply for or progress the BIS Scheme–I certification.
5. Plan ISI marking readiness before the revised deadline.
6. Keep export-only production clearly documented, if applicable.

For end-to-end assistance, covering applicability checks, BIS testing coordination, certification support, and compliance timeline planning, Brand Liaison helps businesses achieve smooth, timely, and risk-free compliance under the P-Xylene & Polyurethanes Quality Control framework.