ISI Certification

Introduction

ISI certification is approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), is a mark of quality, safety, and reliability, suggesting that a product meets with the Indian national standards. With the increase in competition in the market, upholding quality guarantee is important for businesses that are looking to stand out and confirm customer satisfaction. One of the most standard ways to authenticate the quality and safety of products in India is through ISI Certification.

Getting an ISI Certification for businesses tangled in trade in India is crucial as it is not just a lawful obligation but also a mark of integrity that can increase your brand’s reputation and trustworthiness. It confirms consumers that the product they are buying follows to strict standards, confirming quality, durability, and safety.

What do you mean by ISI Certification?

For products manufactured and sold in India a mandatory certification mark is provided by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) i.e. ISI (Indian Standards Institute) Certification. The ISI logo is a representation of quality that promises consumers that the product fulfils with the appropriate standards set by BIS, which are applicable to an extensive range of consumer goods and industrial products.

A severe inspection of the manufacturing process, product testing, and an on-site examination of the manufacturing facility is involved in the ISI certification process. The certification checks that the products meet specific quality limits and have voted for the tests in respect of safety, durability, and performance.

Products with the ISI logo or mark are acknowledged by both domestic and international markets as they stick to the maximum quality standards. It is important for manufacturers to get the ISI certification to sell products like electric appliances, food items, toys, cement etc in India.

Why is ISI Certification needed?

ISI Certification is needed for various reasons that are as follows:

• Certifies Quality and Safety: The peril of damaging or substandard products entering the market is abridged by the ISI mark, it means that the certificate is the guarantee that the product follows to strict national standards for quality, safety, and performance.
• Credibility: Consumers identify the ISI mark as a symbol of trustworthiness. Products with this authorization are more expected to be selected by consumers due to the confidence it makes known to in terms of the quality of the product.
• Lawful Requirement: For some products in India, getting ISI certification is compulsory. Businesses must fulfil with this requirement to confirm they are legally permitted to manufacture, sell, and distribute these products.
• Market entry: ISI Certification permits products to be sold without any difficulty in domestic markets. It also increases the product’s trustworthiness in international markets where excellence is a noteworthy factor in consumer decision-making.
• Upper hand: ISI Certification benefits your product stand out in a packed marketplace. It shows your trade’s promise to providing high-quality, safe products.

Requirement

The need or requirement of the application of ISI Certification in respect of the manufacturers and businesses that produce or sell certain products are as follows:

• Listed Manufacturer: The business must be a listed entity under the appropriate Indian laws.
• Product Type: The product you are looking for certification must fall under the list of products qualified for ISI certification as specified by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
• Trade Capability: The applicant must have a fully functioning manufacturing facility that follows to the prescribed quality and safety standards.
• Compliance with Standards: The product must meet the specific Indian Standard (IS) appropriate to the product category, and the manufacturer must device the compulsory systems to uphold product quality.
• Testing Capability: The business must have systems in place to test the product and confirm it meets the ISI standards, either internal or through qualified third-party testing facilities.

Documentation

Documents that are needed for the application of the ISI certificate:

Certificate of registration in terms of businesses, Address Proof of the manufacturing facility’s location, Description of the product, Quality Control Process, Test Reports, Details of Raw Material, Production and Process Flow, ISO Certification if applicable, Laboratory Authorization in case if the product is checked by any outside laboratory.

Step-by-Step Process

Below is the step-by-step process to follow for applying the ISI certification.

• Submission of Application: Firstly, submit the application to the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in respect of ISI Certification. The submission must be made up of, of all appropriate documents and particulars in respect of the product and manufacturing facility.
• Review document: the BIS will review the document that is submitted to check that the product is meeting the specific standard or not.
• Inspection of Factory: The inspection authenticates that the production processes and quality control measures meet the obligatory standards it is done by the BIS authority.
• Testing of the product: The product will be verified at qualified laboratories to confirm that it meets the appropriate quality and safety standards.
• Certificate Issue: after the inspection, document review and all the required necessities is checked the BIS will issue the certificate to the applicant.
• Checking: once you received the certificate the BIS will conduct interval inspection to check the quality standards of the product.

Tenure

The tenure for getting ISI Certification can differ, depending upon the reasons such as the product type, the complexity of the manufacturing process, and the awareness of the applicant. The entire process usually, takes 3 to 6 months to complete from the date of submission of application to the issuing of the certification.

Payment

The payment or fees regarding the ISI certification are as follows:

• Government Fees: The fees differ depending upon the product category, manufacturing facility size, and complexity the fees have to be paid to the Bureau of Indian Standards for processing the application, directing inspections, and testing products. From INR 15,000 to INR 50,000 is the approximate fee.
• Professional Fees: Professional fees for application assistance, documents preparation, and audit support usually ranges from INR 10,000 to INR 50,000 in case you need the professional fee.
• Miscellaneous Costs: The additional cost for internal audit or improving the quality of food you spend may vary.

Fines for Non-Compliance

In situations where you conducting a business without the certificate or fail to renew the old certificate then you may face following problems:

• Legal Penalties: As per the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986 If you manufacture or sell products that are compulsory to have ISI certification, nonfulfillment can lead to legal consequences, fines, and penalties.
• Market Restrictions: products cannot be legally sold in the Indian market if it is a non- compliant, which can brutally impact your business manoeuvres and reputation.
• Loss of Business: you may lose the government contracts or large businesses that need ISI certification for their suppliers.

Why Choose Us?

At [Your Company Name], we have experts that helps to guide the businesses through the ISI Certification process. The reason listed below answer your query that why you should choose us:

• Specialization: We specialize in helping individuals and businesses with application process.
• Start-to-End Support: From documentation to final approval, we handle the entire process.
• Cost-effective: Pricing is very competitive and there are no hidden charges, making it beneficial for individuals and businesses.
• Quick Processing: Your application is processed fast, generally 2-3 days creamy.
• Experience: We have applied for many businesses which has given us experience and knowledge to deal with any technicalities.