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BIS QCO for the Ceramic Tiles, Sanitary Wares, and Laboratory Wares (Vitreous Sanitary Appliances (Vitreous China) - Specific Requirements of Squatting Pans)

(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 Ceramic Tiles, Sanitary Wares, and Laboratory Wares (Vitreous Sanitary Appliances (Vitreous China) - Specific Requirements of Squatting Pans) (Quality Control) Order, 2023.

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DATE 15th February, 2023
PLACE New Delhi

BIS QCO for the Ceramic Tiles, Sanitary Wares, and Laboratory Wares (Vitreous Sanitary Appliances (Vitreous China) - Specific Requirements of Squatting Pans)

OVERVIEW

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued the "Ceramic Tiles, Sanitary Wares, and Laboratory Wares (Quality Control) Order, 2023," slated to come into effect on the specified date.

Under this order, goods or articles falling under the category of Ceramic Tiles, Sanitary Wares, and Laboratory Wares are required to conform to the corresponding Indian Standard 2556 (Part 3):2004, specifically addressing Vitreous Sanitary Appliances (Vitreous China) - Specific Requirements of Squatting Pans. These goods must bear the Standard Mark under a license issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards, in accordance with Scheme I of Schedule II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

An exemption is granted for goods or articles intended for export.

The Bureau of Indian Standards is designated as the certifying and enforcing authority for the standards related to Ceramic Tiles, Sanitary Wares, and Laboratory Wares.

Any person found contravening the provisions of this order is subject to punishment under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.

This regulatory measure aims to ensure the quality and conformity of Ceramic Tiles, Sanitary Wares, and Laboratory Wares in the market, promoting standardized practices for the benefit of consumers and the industry.

Implementation Authority : Bureau of Indian Standards (Govt. of India)

Orders & Notifications
Title Issue Date View Order
Draft Order 15/02/2023
CONCERNED AUTHORITIES

Bureau of Indian Standards

Manak Bhawan, 9, B.S. Zafar Marg, New Delhi – 110002
+91-11-23231903
Implementation Dates

General Implementation

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Small Enterprises

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Micro Enterprises

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Disclaimer: The information provided in this update is intended for informational purposes only. Readers are requested to seek formal legal advice prior to acting upon any of the information provided herein.
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