The Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals has brought Aluminium Cans for Beverages under mandatory quality compliance requirements. Manufacturers and other concerned businesses dealing with these products should prepare for compliance with the applicable Indian Standard IS 14407:2023.
The implementation date for this requirement is 01 October 2026.
For manufacturers, importers, and businesses supplying aluminium beverage cans in India, obtaining the required BIS certification is an important step toward ensuring regulatory compliance and uninterrupted market access.
Aluminium Cans for Beverages – IS 14407:2023
IS 14407:2023 specifies requirements for aluminium cans used for packaging beverages. The standard is intended to ensure that aluminium beverage cans meet defined requirements relating to their quality, construction, performance, and suitability for their intended application.
Aluminium cans are widely used for products such as:
- Carbonated beverages
- Energy drinks
- Fruit-based beverages
- Packaged drinking and other non-alcoholic beverages
- Other beverages supplied in aluminium cans
Since the container comes directly in contact with the beverage, appropriate quality and safety requirements are particularly important.
Mandatory BIS Compliance from 01 October 2026
As per the notified requirement:
| Particular | Details |
| Product | Aluminium Cans for Beverages |
| Indian Standard | IS 14407:2023 |
| Department | Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals |
| Compliance Date | 01 October 2026 |
From 01 October 2026, businesses covered by the requirement should ensure that their aluminium beverage cans comply with the applicable BIS requirements.
Manufacturers should therefore begin the certification process well in advance instead of waiting until the implementation date.
Who Needs to Consider BIS Certification?
The requirement is particularly relevant to businesses involved in the manufacture or supply of aluminium cans intended for beverages, including:
Depending on the applicable program, products may include categories such as:
- Indian manufacturers of aluminium beverage cans
- Overseas manufacturers exporting aluminium beverage cans to India
- Importers dealing in covered products
- Beverage packaging suppliers
- Businesses supplying cans to beverage manufacturers
The exact applicability should be evaluated based on the product specifications, manufacturing arrangement, and applicable regulatory notification.
Why IS 14407:2023 Compliance Matters
BIS certification helps demonstrate that the product has been assessed against the applicable Indian Standard.
For aluminium beverage cans, compliance is important because the packaging is not merely an external container. It needs to perform reliably during filling, storage, transportation, and use while remaining suitable for its intended beverage application.
Compliance with the applicable requirements can help businesses:
- Meet Indian regulatory requirements
- Establish product quality and consistency
- Reduce the risk of regulatory action
- Facilitate lawful sale and supply in India
- Build confidence among beverage manufacturers and customers
- Maintain smoother import and market operations
Avoid Last-Minute Certification Delays
The 01 October 2026 deadline is approaching. Waiting until the last moment can create unnecessary challenges, particularly if product testing, documentation, factory assessment, or corrective actions are required.
Manufacturers should review their compliance position now and identify any gaps between their existing production practices and the requirements applicable to IS 14407:2023.
How Induce India Can Help
Induce India provides BIS consultancy services to manufacturers and businesses seeking regulatory compliance in India.
Our team can assist with the BIS certification process, including:
- Product applicability assessment
- BIS documentation support
- Product testing coordination
- Application preparation
- Factory assessment preparation
- Compliance gap identification
- BIS certification consultancy
- Support for Indian and overseas manufacturers
Our objective is to make the certification process more structured and help businesses prepare for regulatory requirements before the compliance deadline.
Need help with BIS Certification for Aluminium Cans for Beverages?
Contact Induce India
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