What is the ISI Mark?
The ISI (Indian Standards Institute) Mark is a certification mark that indicates a product meets the quality and safety standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). It is mandatory for over 200 product categories in India, including electrical appliances, cement, and food products. The mark serves as a guarantee of quality, safety, and reliability for consumers.
Types of ISI Mark Registration
- Standard ISI Mark Scheme: For essential consumer products like electrical appliances, cement, and packaged water.
- Special ISI Mark for Critical Safety: For high-risk products like LPG cylinders, helmets, and infant food.
- ISI Mark for Small Scale Industries (SSI): Offers concessions and simplified procedures for small manufacturers.
- ISI Mark for Food Products: Ensures safety and purity for items like milk products and edible oils.
- Construction Materials ISI Mark: Mandatory for steel bars, cement, etc.
- Eco-Mark Scheme with ISI: For products meeting both quality and environmental standards.
Benefits of ISI Mark Certification
- Quality Assurance: Guarantees that products meet established safety and quality standards.
- Market Credibility: Builds consumer trust and enhances brand reputation.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to mandatory government regulations, avoiding legal penalties.
- Market Access: Opens doors to the vast Indian market and government tenders.
- Consumer Safety: Minimizes health and safety risks for end-users.
Eligibility Criteria
To obtain ISI Mark registration, manufacturers must meet the following criteria:
- Legal Entity: Must be a registered business entity with a valid manufacturing license.
- Manufacturing Facility: Must have proper infrastructure and quality control equipment.
- Testing Capability: Must have in-house testing facilities or access to a BIS-recognized lab.
- Quality Management: Must maintain documented process controls and quality assurance plans.
Documents Required
- Application Form (Form-I): With manufacturer and factory details.
- Proof of Identity: Aadhaar, PAN, etc., for individuals; Incorporation Certificate for companies.
- Proof of Factory Address: Factory license, lease agreement, or ownership proof.
- Manufacturing License: Valid permit from local authorities.
- Technical Documentation: Product specs, raw material details, and manufacturing process flow.
- Quality Manual: Details of quality management systems and testing protocols.
- Test Equipment List: Inventory of available testing equipment.
Registration Process
- Identify Standard: Determine the applicable Indian Standard (IS) for your product.
- Submit Application: File Form-I with required documents and fees.
- Factory Inspection: BIS officials inspect the manufacturing facility and quality control measures.
- Lab Testing: Product samples are tested at BIS-approved laboratories.
- Grant of License: Upon successful inspection and testing, the ISI Mark license is issued.
Fees & Penalties
Fees:
- Application Fee: ₹1,000 - ₹5,000.
- Inspection Fee: ₹7,000 - ₹15,000.
- Annual License Fee: ₹1,000 - ₹3,000.
- Marking Fee: Based on production volume.
Penalties:
- Misuse of ISI Mark: Penalties up to ₹5,00,000 and imprisonment.
- Non-Compliance: License suspension or cancellation.
