Power Banks for use in portable applications are covered under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) and are listed against IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 – Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1: Safety Requirements. The official BIS CRS list specifically identifies power banks under this standard.
For manufacturers and importers, understanding the applicable BIS requirements is important for avoiding compliance issues and ensuring smooth market access.
What is IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023?
IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023 is the Indian Standard for:
Audio/Video, Information and Communication Technology Equipment – Part 1: Safety Requirements
It provides safety requirements for a broad range of audio/video, information and communication technology equipment.
The standard has replaced older safety standards including IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 and IS 616:2017 for the relevant product categories under the migration framework notified by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
The standard follows a modern, hazard-based approach to product safety and addresses potential risks associated with energy sources, electrical hazards, fire, mechanical hazards and other foreseeable safety risks.
Manufacturers and importers should therefore verify the applicable current standard and ensure that the product is appropriately registered before placing it on the Indian market.
Why is BIS CRS Registration Required for Power Banks?
Power banks contain rechargeable batteries, electronic circuits, charging and discharging components, connectors and protective circuitry. Improper design or inadequate protection can create safety risks such as:
- Electrical shock hazards
- Overcharging
- Overheating
- Short-circuit conditions
- Fire-related risks
- Mechanical or enclosure-related hazards
- Battery-related safety risks
BIS CRS registration provides a regulatory framework for demonstrating conformity with the applicable Indian Standard.
Who Needs BIS CRS Registration for Power Banks?
The requirement is particularly relevant to:
1. Power Bank Manufacturers
Indian manufacturers producing power banks for sale or distribution in India need to evaluate their products against the applicable BIS CRS requirements.
2. Importers of Power Banks
Importers bringing power banks into India should ensure that the applicable BIS registration and manufacturer-related requirements are fulfilled before commercial import and sale.
3. Foreign Manufacturers
Foreign manufacturers supplying power banks to the Indian market may also need to work through the applicable BIS CRS registration framework, including the required Indian representative and documentation arrangements where applicable.
4. Private-Label / Brand Owners
Businesses selling power banks under their own brand should carefully assess the BIS registration structure and whether the manufacturing location, brand and models are appropriately covered.
Why Choose a BIS Consultant for Power Bank Registration?
BIS CRS registration involves coordination between the manufacturer/importer, laboratory and BIS application process.
An experienced BIS consultant can help businesses with:
- Applicable standard identification
- Product scope assessment
- Model and series evaluation
- Laboratory coordination
- Documentation preparation
- Test report review
- BIS CRS application support
- Query/objection handling
- Migration support from the earlier standard
- Post-registration compliance guidance
For manufacturers and importers handling multiple models or international supply chains, professional compliance support can help reduce avoidable delays.
Conclusion
The Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) is likely to be applicable to you if you are a manufacturer that operates outside of India. This route is usually more costly than both domestic ISI process, as well as overseas factory audit, which naturally comes with travel and logistics costs for inspection team. In addition, foreign applicants are frequently required to submit a bank guarantee for application. To avoid any surprises down the road, companies that plan to send their goods to India should add these costs to their budget from the beginning.
The testing fee is $15.00 per test
Often the least predictable aspect of the cost structure is testing. Simple products may only require basic testing, which can be a few thousand rupees, while technical and/or regulated products can include testing charges that range considerably higher. What is also important to remember is that if the product fails the first time, one will have to pay again for the re-testing; therefore, getting the product right the first time will help to save money and time.
There are no concessions available for MSMEs and Startups
Here is some good news for smaller businesses. There are many fee benefits, such as eighty percent off the standard government fee, for MSMEs and startups and for women entrepreneurs. This makes BIS certification more convenient for small manufacturing companies which may not have the required resources to do it otherwise. If your company falls under any of the following categories, it’s well worth checking your eligibility before you apply as the savings are significant.
The number of days the total cost usually includes
When it comes to the BIS certification cost, people tend to only consider the application fee. The whole situation is actually composed of a number of elements at play. There’s government app fee and additional inspection fees if your product needs a factory inspection. Next, there is lab testing, which is different depending on the type of product. After certification, you will also have to pay annual license renewals and marking fees to maintain certification on an annual basis.
How Induce India Can Help?
The entire process of self navigation BIS certification is overwhelming, particularly with a lot of moving parts associated with multiple schemes. To ensure there are no delays due to incomplete applications, at Induce India, we help businesses understand exactly which scheme they should opt for with their product, and estimate realistic costs upfront. Our team closely coordinates with manufacturers and importers throughout Lucknow and the country to ensure a smoother and predictable certification journey.
Conclusion
For manufacturers and importers of Power Banks for use in portable applications, BIS compliance is an important requirement for entering and continuing business in the Indian market.
With the transition to IS/IEC 62368: Part 1: 2023, businesses should review their existing BIS registrations, product models, testing requirements and documentation. The new standard represents an important development in the safety framework for audio/video, information and communication technology equipment.
If you manufacture or import power banks for the Indian market, early BIS compliance assessment can help you avoid last-minute testing, documentation and registration issues.
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