The Central Government, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, after consulting The Bureau of Indian Standards, has made BIS certification mandatory for Cylinder, Valves and Regulator as per specified Indian Standard. BIS Certification ensures national standards for both consumers and manufacturers. This certification also establishes consumer trust, as it guarantees the product meets stringent quality standards.
Quality Control Order for Cylinder, Valves and Regulator
To enforce safety and maintain product integrity, the Government of India, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT), has issued Quality Control Orders (QCOs) making BIS certification mandatory for cylinders, valves, and regulators. The QCO mandates that only certified products be manufactured, imported, or sold in India. Non-compliance with QCOs can lead to legal action, including fines and bans on products.
Manufacturers must obtain this license by proving their product quality and compliance through testing and inspections.
(1)These rules may be called the Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016.
(2)They shall come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
For more information download :QCO for Cylinder, Valves and Regulator.
Enforcement Authority – The Bureau of Indian Standards.
Conclusion
With growing industrial and domestic use of gas-based equipment, obtaining BIS certification is mandatory for manufacturers of these products. Manufacturers and importers must understand the certification process and stay updated with applicable Quality Control Orders to operate legally and responsibly in the Indian market.
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