BIS QCO for the Geo Textiles (Reinforced HDPE membrane for effluents and chemical resistance lining)

CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

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Important update regarding Indian Standard applicable to all existing Licence holders/ New applicants/ manufacturers/ importers/ product sellers for the Geo Textiles (Reinforced HDPE membrane for effluents and chemical resistance lining) Order, 2023.

BIS QCO for the Geo Textiles (Reinforced HDPE membrane for effluents and chemical resistance lining)

OVERVIEW

The Ministry of Textiles introduces the "Geo Textiles (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2022," slated to be effective from January 1, 2024. This amendment is designed to refine and strengthen the existing quality control framework for geo textiles, ensuring enhanced standards within the industry.

This order is specifically applicable to goods or articles falling under the category of Reinforced HDPE membrane for effluents and chemical resistance lining, excluding those intended for export.

To ensure compliance with established standards, the specified goods or articles must adhere to Indian Standard IS 17374:2020 (Geosynthetics - Reinforced HDPE membrane for effluents and chemical resistance lining - Specification) and bear the Standard Mark. Manufacturers are required to obtain a license from the Bureau, following Scheme-I of Schedule-II to the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

The Bureau is designated as both the certifying and enforcing authority for the specified goods or articles, namely Reinforced HDPE membrane for effluents and chemical resistance lining. Non-compliance with this order is subject to penalties in accordance with the provisions outlined in the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016).

This regulatory measure aims to uphold the quality and standards of Geo Textiles, specifically addressing Reinforced HDPE membrane for effluents and chemical resistance lining, fostering safety and reliability in the industry.

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

CONCERNED AUTHORITIES

Bureau of Indian Standards Manak Bhawan 9, B.S. Zafar Marg, New Delhi - 110002
Tel: +91-11-23231903
Email: txd@bis.org.in

Implementation Dates: 1st January 2024

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Attachment: Standard Amendment Order issued by Bureau of Indian Standards

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