BIS Quality Control Order, 2024 For Cross Recessed Screw

Introduction to the BIS QCO for Cross Recessed Screws

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued the Cross Recessed Screws (Quality Control) Order, 2024, under the BIS Act, 2016, in order to ensure that these screws meet prescribed quality as well as safety standards in the Indian market.

Key points under this QCO:

1. Applies to Cross Recessed Screws that are mainly used domestically.
2. Exemptions include:
   1. Goods manufactured for export purposes
   2. Goods imported as part of finished goods, sub-assemblies, or components
3. Screws must comply with the relevant Indian Standards.
4. Must carry the ISI Mark, obtained through a BIS license.

Key changes you should know

• The QCO introduces varied enforcement timelines based on enterprise size:
  • Micro Enterprises: 12 months from the date of publication
  • Small Enterprises: 9 months from the date of publication
  • General Enterprises: 6 months from the date of publication

The order ensures clear compliance requirements for manufacturers as well as importers of Cross Recessed Screws, while allowing flexibility for MSMEs to prepare for BIS certification.

What is the date of implementation?

1. General Enterprises: 17th March 2025 (6 months from publication)
2. Small Enterprises: 17th June 2025 (9 months from publication)
3. Micro Enterprises: 17th September 2025 (12 months from publication)

These dates mark when BIS compliance becomes mandatory for respective enterprise categories.

Now, what to do?

Manufacturers, importers, as well as brand owners who are dealing with Cross Recessed Screws should start planning for compliance in line with their enterprise category.

Here are key points on which businesses dealing with cross recessed screws can focus:

• Verify the applicability of the Indian Standard for your screws.
• Begin or schedule BIS testing at recognized labs.
• Apply for the BIS Scheme–I certification.
• Ensure readiness for ISI marking by the relevant implementation date.
• Maintain clear records for goods exempted from the QCO (export or sub-assembly items).

For end-to-end guidance, including scope assessment, BIS testing, licensing, as well as comprehensive MSME compliance planning, Brand Liaison helps businesses achieve timely and hassle-free compliance under the Cross Recessed Screws QCO. Call our team of expert consultants today to initiate your journey towards seamless compliance for the Indian market.