In these modern days everyone wants a modern home, everyone wants to use quality and safety products like plywood and wooden flush door shutters. In India, The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) which is the standard body of the Indian government provides BIS certification for the products which are critical to use for the customers or consumers. For plywood and wooden flush door shutters it is essential to ensure the quality and safety of these products in the Indian market. BIS certification signifies that the products comply with the Indian standards and are safe for use. This certification is crucial for manufacturers, suppliers, and consumers to ensure that the products meet the required quality benchmarks.
Quality Control Order (QCO) for Plywood and Wooden Flush Door Shutters
The Quality Control Order (QCO) mandates that certain products must conform to specific Indian standards. For plywood and wooden flush door shutters, the QCO ensures that these products meet the safety and quality standards set by BIS. Compliance with the QCO is mandatory for all manufacturers and importers.
MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) has recently notified a Quality Control Order to make BIS certification mandatory for Plywood and Wooden Flush Door Shutters. This QCO was published by the Bureau of Indian Standards on 15th March, 2024 in the official gazette.
Implementation date of QCO for Plywood and Wooden Flush Door Shutters
(1) This order may be called the Plywood and Wooden flush door shutters (Quality Control) Order, 2024.
(2) It shall come into force with effect from the 28th February, 2025.
- For large manufacturers or importers it shall come into force with effect from the 28th February, 2025.
- For small enterprises, as defined under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (27 of 2006), it shall come into force with effect from the 28th May, 2025.
- For micro enterprises, as defined under the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (27 of 2006), it shall come into force with effect from the 28th August, 2025.
Compulsory Use of Standard Mark
After grant of BIS (ISI Mark) license, manufacturers must have to use and show ISI mark on their certified products with their IS numbers. BIS ISI mark signifies that the product conforms to the relevant Indian standards and has been certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards (Govt. of India). It helps consumers identify and trust certified products. If any manufacturer or importer who contravenes the provisions of this Order shall be punishable under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
For more information, download QCO.
Advantages of BIS Certification on Plywood and Wooden Flush Door Shutters
- Assurance of Quality: BIS certification guarantees that the products meet the Indian standards for quality and safety.
- Consumer Trust: BIS certified products instill confidence in consumers, leading to higher customer satisfaction and trust in the market.
- Market Access: BIS certification is often a prerequisite for entering the Indian market as well as the global market, providing manufacturers with broader market access.
- Competitive Edge: BIS ISI certified products have a competitive advantage over non-certified products, enhancing brand reputation and sales in the market.
Products covered in QCO for Plywood and Wooden Flush Door Shutters
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Goods or articles |
Indian Standard | Title of Indian Standard |
| (1) | (2) |
(3) |
| Plywood and Wooden flush door shutters | IS 303:1989 | Plywood for general purposes |
| IS 2202 (Part 1):1999 | Wooden flush door shutters (solid core type) – Plywood face panels | |
| IS 710:2010 | Marine plywood | |
| IS 5509:2021 | Fire retardant plywood | |
| IS 1328:1996 | Veneered decorative plywood | |
| IS 2191 (Part 2):2022 | Wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) – Particle board and hardboard face panels | |
| IS 2191 (Part 1):2022 | Wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) – Plywood face panels | |
| IS 2202 (Part 2): 2022 | Wooden Flush Door Shutters (Solid core type) — Particle Board, High Density Fibre Board, Medium Density Fibre Board and Fibre Hardboard Face Panels | |
| IS 4990: 2011 | Plywood for concrete shuttering works – Specification | |
| IS 10701: 2012 | Structural plywood – Specification |
Process for BIS Certification for Plywood and Wooden Flush Door Shutters
Obtaining BIS ISI mark license for plywood and wooden flush door shutters involves several steps. The BIS process is different depending on domestic manufacturers and foreign manufacturers.
- Identification of Standards for the product being certified
- Preparation of Documents
- Submission of Application to the BIS website portal
- Scrutiny of Documents
- Sample Testing
- Audit by BIS Officer on manufacturing premises
- Grant of License
Conclusion
ISI mark for plywood and wooden flush door shutters is a mark of quality and safety. It ensures that the products meet the necessary standards and provides several benefits to manufacturers, suppliers, and consumers.
By obtaining BIS certification, manufacturers not only enhance their market credibility but also contribute to the overall safety and quality of construction materials in the construction industry.
