Diligence Certification

BIS compliance for shampoo products ensures that shampoos sold in India conform to the safety, quality and labeling requirements of IS 4011:2018.  It covers the safety of ingredients, microbiological purity, performance tests (pH, foam), and packaging requirements.  Obtaining BIS certification and the ISI mark includes the testing of products and a factory audit to show trust in the brand from consumers and as a means for the brand to remain compliant to legal standards. Introduction In India, BIS compliance for shampoo products brands do not just check a box when conforming to standards. To have something to point to, something to show a consumer, implies that the brand can be trusted and that the product has been confirmed for safety and effectiveness. The standard we are referring to which is of great importance to meeting this aspect of safety and efficacy while protecting the formulations, ingredients, microbial quality and consumer safety is IS 4011:2018 from Bureau of...

BIS Act 2016 brings the Bureau of Indian Standards' rulebook into modern times, raising the bar for quality and safety.  It helps businesses stay compliant while building trustjust what you need if you’re signing off on product launches.  In this blog, you’ll learn how the BIS Act 2016 works, why it matters, and simple steps to implement it effectively. Introduction Imagine you’re launching a new line of kitchen appliances and your brand. Let’s call it TastyTech faces an unexpected roadblock because the product doesn’t meet the required safety norms. Suddenly, you're stuck with shipments held up, retailers cancelling orders, and your CEO calling, asking, Why didn't we plan for BIS Act 2016 compliance upfront?" That happened to one of my clients, a mid‑sized SME in Noida. They had to redesign wiring and labels overnight. Moral: Understanding the BIS Act 2016 is not optional. It’s business-critical . This blog demystifies the BIS Act 2016 for you: what it is, why the...