BIS Certification: Requirements, Process, Cost & Benefits in India
BIS Certification: Requirements, Process, Cost & Benefits in India BIS Certification: Requirements, Process, Cost & Benefits in India A BIS Certificate confirms that a product complies with the applicable Indian Standards issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). Many products require a BIS Certificate before they can be legally manufactured, imported, distributed, or sold in India. Understanding the correct certification scheme, documentation, and approval process helps businesses avoid penalties, customs delays, and compliance issues. Introduction A leading consumer electronics importer contacted Diligence Certifications last year after one of its consignments was detained at the Indian customs. The goods in question had passed through a series of international quality tests and were already being sold successfully in several countries. However, Indian customs authorities rejected the delivery due to the total absence of a BIS Certificate. Consequent...