BIS Certification for Fibre Ropes Under IS 5175:2022

The Ministry of Textiles has introduced a quality control requirement for certain Polypropylene (PP) Fibre Ropes covered under IS 5175:2022. Manufacturers and other stakeholders dealing with the specified fibre ropes should be aware of the upcoming compliance requirement and plan their BIS certification accordingly The implementation date for this requirement is 05 June 2027. For manufacturers of polypropylene ropes, obtaining the required BIS licence within the applicable timeline will be important for continued compliance with Indian quality standards. The standard specifies requirements relating to the quality and performance of the covered polypropylene fibre ropes, helping ensure that products supplied in the Indian market meet the prescribed technical requirements.

BIS Certification Requirement Fibre Ropes

Under the applicable Quality Control Order, manufacturers of the covered products will be required to comply with the prescribed Indian Standard and obtain the necessary BIS licence. The key details are: Manufacturers producing the specified polypropylene fibre ropes should not wait until the implementation date to begin the certification process. The BIS certification process generally involves activities such as:

1. Product and IS code identification
2. Assessment of applicability of the standard
3. Review of manufacturing facilities and processes
4. Testing of product samples as per the applicable requirements
5. Preparation of BIS application and supporting documents
6. Factory inspection by BIS, wherever applicable
7. Addressing testing or inspection observations
8. Grant of BIS licence upon successful completion of the process

The exact certification procedure and applicable requirements may depend on the product, manufacturing setup, testing facilities and the applicable BIS scheme.

IS Standard for Fibre Ropes

Although the implementation date is 05 June 2027, BIS certification can involve multiple stages, including documentation, product testing, factory assessment and compliance with BIS requirements. Starting early gives manufacturers sufficient time to:

• Understand the applicable requirements of IS 5175:2022
• Identify any gaps in their existing manufacturing process
• Arrange the required product testing
• Prepare technical and legal documentation
• Address factory or quality-control requirements
• Complete the BIS certification process before the compliance deadline

Early preparation can also help manufacturers avoid last-minute delays and disruption to business operations.

How Induce India Can Help

Induce India is a professional BIS consultancy providing assistance to manufacturers and businesses for BIS certification and regulatory compliance. For manufacturers of polypropylene fibre ropes covered under IS 5175:2022, our team can assist with:

• BIS applicability assessment
• Product and standard identification
• Documentation support
• Application preparation
• Coordination for product testing
• BIS process guidance
• Factory inspection preparation
• Liaison and follow-up during the certification process
• Support for resolving compliance-related queries

Our objective is to make the BIS certification process simpler and more structured for manufacturers. Get expert assistance for BIS Registration, BIS Certification, CRS, ISI Mark Certification, Quality Control Orders (QCO) and other regulatory compliance requirements in India. Contact Induce India today to understand your BIS certification requirements under IS 5175:2022 and prepare ahead of the implementation date.