BIS QCO FOR ELECTRIC IMMERSION WATER HEATERS

It will be mandatory for all electric immersion water heaters to be certified as per BIS IS standard 368:2014. Without being certified by BIS ISI, the product cannot be imported, exported or marketed in the Indian market. All electric immersion water heaters that require certification for the safety of household and similar electrical appliances have been included in the mandatory list of BIS ISI certification. These products must display the Standard Mark, indicating compliance with these standards, and must obtain a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards following the Scheme-1 mentioned in Schedule-II. this order does not apply to goods or articles manufactured within the country for export purposes.

There are specific timelines for the enforcement of this order concerning micro enterprises and small enterprises, as defined by the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (27 of 2006).

For micro-enterprises, the order will come into force twelve months from the date of its publication, while for small enterprises, it will take effect nine months from the date of publication.

BIS License for Water Heaters IS 368:2014 offers several benefits:

1. Quality Assurance: Placing the ISI mark on the product provides consumers with assurance regarding its quality, durability, stability, and reliability.

2. Higher Quality Standard: Products with the ISI mark stand out from lower-grade products, indicating their superior quality.

3. Easy Replacement: Products bearing the ISI mark can be easily replaced if they fail to function properly. The mark guarantees durability and quality, often accompanied by a warranty and guarantee.

4. Thorough Testing: ISI mark products undergo extensive testing for quality and safety measures. BIS ISI certification is only awarded after rigorous quality checks and passing all necessary tests, ensuring the product's reliability and safety.