BIS Certificate

  Big Relief for Importers, MSMEs & Manufacturers in India India’s steel and stainless-steel industry have received a significant regulatory relief with the latest update on BIS Quality Control Orders (QCOs). The government has introduced a temporary exemption from mandatory BIS certification for select stainless steel products, offering much-needed flexibility to businesses. This update comes under the regulatory framework of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the Ministry of Steel in India. Recent government notifications and industry reports confirm that: Temporary exemption granted for selected stainless steel products Applies to specific IS standards and ITC-HS codes Relief is time-bound and conditional Designed to support importers, MSMEs, and manufacturers 👉 The relief helps avoid disruptions caused by strict compliance timelines. Key Highlights of the QCO Relief 1. Exemption on Mandatory BIS Certification Certain stainless-steel products can be imported or ...