Steel Wires or Strands, Nylon or Wire Ropes, and Wire Mesh (Galvanized Steel Barbed Wire for Fencing)
(CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE)
(Ministry of Commerce And Industry)
Important update regarding Indian Standard applicable to all existing Licence holders/ New applicants/ manufacturers/ importers/ product sellers for the Steel Wires or Strands, Nylon or Wire Ropes, and Wire Mesh (Galvanized Steel Barbed Wire for Fencing) (Quality Control) Order, 2024.
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Steel Wires or Strands, Nylon or Wire Ropes, and Wire Mesh (Galvanized Steel Barbed Wire for Fencing)
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued a Quality Control Directive titled "Steel Wires or Strands, Nylon or Wire Ropes, and Wire Mesh (Quality Control) Order, 2024."
Products falling under the categories of Steel Wires or Strands, Nylon or Wire Ropes, and Wire Mesh must adhere to the corresponding Indian Standard 278: 2009 (Galvanized Steel Barbed Wire for Fencing) and carry the Standard Mark. This mark can only be obtained under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards as per Scheme-1 of Schedule-II to the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
It's important to note that this order does not apply to goods manufactured domestically for export.
Micro enterprises and small enterprises, as defined by the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (27 of 2006), must adhere to applicable Indian Standards starting from the specified date.
The Bureau of Indian Standards is designated as the certifying and enforcing authority for these products.
Any violation of this order is subject to punishment under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
Implementation Authority : Bureau of Indian Standards (Govt. of India)
| Title | Issue Date | View Order |
|---|---|---|
| QCO ORDER | 21/11/2023 |
General Implementation
1st December, 2024
Small Enterprises
1st March, 2025
Micro Enterprises
1st June, 2025
