Withdrawal of BIS QCO for Flux Cored Solder Wire

Introduction to the BIS QCO for Flux Cored Solder Wire

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Quality Control Order (QCO) for Flux Cored Solder Wire (IS 1921:2005) was originally introduced to ensure product quality, safety, and reliability for soldering applications used across electronics, electrical, and industrial sectors. Under the said QCO, Flux Cored Solder Wire manufactured or imported into India was required to conform to the applicable Indian Standard and bear the ISI mark under a BIS license.

However, the Flux Cored Solder Wire (Quality Control) Order, 2023 has now been withdrawn by the Central Government through a Gazette Notification issued under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, after consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). This withdrawal has been brought into force with immediate effect.

Key Changes You Should Know

The latest BIS notification highlights the following key points:

1. The Government has withdrawn the Flux Cored Solder Wire (Quality Control) Order, 2023, which was notified on 18th September 2023.
2. The withdrawal has been issued under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, after consultation with BIS.
3. The withdrawal comes into effect from the date of publication in the Official Gazette, i.e., 12th January 2026.
4. Any actions taken or omitted before the date that has been specified shall remain valid.
5. No future compliance or mandatory BIS certification shall be required for Flux Cored Solder Wire under the withdrawn QCO.

What Does This Notification Mean for Businesses?

With the withdrawal of the Flux Cored Solder Wire QCO:

• Manufacturers, importers, as well as suppliers are no longer required to obtain BIS certification for Flux Cored Solder Wire.
• Businesses can manufacture, import, sell, distribute, or offer for sale these products in the Indian market without a mandatory BIS license.
• Regulatory compliance burden, as well as the associated costs, is significantly reduced.
• Companies can choose to follow the Indian Standards (IS) voluntarily.
• Market access has become easy for both local manufacturers and importers.

It is Good News to the Industry!

Here’s how the withdrawal benefits manufacturers and traders:

• No Mandatory BIS Certification: Compliance under the withdrawn QCO is no longer required.
• Quality Standards Not Enforced: The earlier-notified compulsory quality requirements are no longer applicable.
• Simplified Regulatory Compliance: No testing, audits, renewals, or license maintenance obligations are now required.
• Ease in Imports & Trade: Importers can source Flux Cored Solder Wire without BIS-related restrictions.
• Flexible Market Operations: Businesses gain greater flexibility in production, sourcing, as well as market sales.
• Existing Certified Stock: Products that have already been certified earlier can continue to be sold, with no renewal obligation.
• Reduced Legal Hassles: A smoother and more business-friendly regulatory environment is now provided to businesses dealing with these products in the market.

The withdrawal of this QCO removes a significant regulatory burden and supports ease of operating business in the soldering materials and electronics manufacturing sector.

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