Understanding BIS Registration: Multiple Brands and Manufacturer Requirements

Question: Does a manufacturer require separate registration for multiple brands? Answer: Multiple brands require separate registration in BIS. Brief Explanation: The landscape of BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) registration can be nuanced, especially when it comes to manufacturers dealing with multiple brands. Let’s unravel the intricacies. In-Depth Explanation: Key Insights: Manufacturer’s Responsibility: Manufacturers, therefore, bear […]

Amendment in Import Policy of ITC (HS), 2022

With reference to previous DGFT notification 23/2023  dated 3rd Aug 2023 followed by another Notification dated 4th Aug 2023, few changes in Import policy, few additional  conditions are incorporated in notification 38 dated 19th Oct 2023. Import Authorization is exempted for IT hardware which are manufactured in SEZ for import purpose into ‘Domestic Tariff Area’. However necessary duties […]

Understanding EPR for Rechargeable Batteries: Compliance with Battery Waste Rule 2022

Question: Is EPR under Battery waste rule 2022 required for importing rechargeable battery inside a host product? Answer: Yes  Brief Explanation: The compliance landscape for importing rechargeable batteries, especially under the Battery Waste Rule 2022, is a critical aspect that demands attention. Let’s delve into the details. Details: 1. Mandatory Requirement: EPR under the Battery […]

Understanding ETA Certification: Module Test Reports for “Restricted Items”

Question: Is Module test report accepted to obtain ETA Certificate for the host product for devices which fall under “Restricted Items” category? (e.g., Drones/Radars) Answer: No Explanation: For “Restricted Items” module test reports will not be  accepted to obtain ETA Certificate for the host product. For ETA SD module test reports are allowed to obtain […]

Relaxation for Class C & D Medical Devices

CDSCO has recently released a notification dated 12th Oct regarding the importing class C & D medical devices. As per the notification, the existing importers or manufacturers importing the class C & D medical devices can import the devices without MD-15 licenses for next 6 months from the date of notification provided condition that application […]

TEC extends MTCTE scheme

Overview:  TEC has extended the dates of mandatory certification for 32 products categories from 01-10-2023 to 01-01-2024. Earlier in June TEC extended the dates for these same product categories to 01-10-2023. The list of such products can be found in the official notification. More In a recent development, the Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) has taken […]

Revised FAQ on Quality Control Order of Footwear Products

In June 2022, Dept of Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade had released the list of total 24 footwear products in Quality control order under applicable Indian standards.   During the release of order, FAQ has been published for manufacturer and industry. The same FAQ has been revised recently with newly added questions. Link to Faq’s […]

Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rule 2023

Department of Consumer Affairs has amended the Legal metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment rule 2023 on October 6th 2023. The rule will be implemented from Jan 1st 2024 as declared earlier. The following two amendment rules have been included in the rule.  The spare parts and components of the main device or equipment shall be exempted […]

Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment Rules, 2023

Department of Consumer Affairs has amended the Legal metrology (Packaged Commodities) Amendment rule 2023 on October 6th 2023. The rule will be implemented from Jan 1st 2024 as declared earlier. Following two amendment rules have been included in the rule. i) The spare parts and components of the main device or equipment shall be exempted […]