BIS CERTIFICATION FOR REUSABLE SANITARY PAD/ SANITARY NAPKIN/ PERIOD PANTIES IS 17514:2021

Product Name	Reusable Sanitary Pads, Sanitary Napkins, and Period Panties
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 17514:2021
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
QCO Link	Quality Control Order
Scope as per Standard	­­This standard covers the requirements for reusable (multiple use) sanitary pad/sanitary napkin/period panties for external use.

Notably, without the ISI Mark, these products cannot be legally marketed, imported, or exported to the Indian consumer market. The quality parameters specified for Reusable Sanitary Pads, Sanitary Napkins, and Period Panties include aspects such as top cover, absorbent core, bottom layer, outer protective barrier, backsheet, types and shapes, pH value, ability to withstand pressure after absorption, fastening mechanism, size, bacterial and fungal bioburden.

To use the Standard Mark on Reusable Sanitary Pads, Sanitary Napkins, and Period Panties as per IS 17514:2021, manufacturers must obtain a license with the following scope: Type/Grade/Variety, Size Class (Small/Medium/Large/Extra Large), and optional requirements like with or without biocompatibility evaluation and with or without antibacterial activity value. In the case of antibacterial activity, manufacturers are required to specify the declared value initially and after the declared cycle washes. This comprehensive certification process ensures that these reusable menstrual products adhere to the necessary quality standards and contribute to a sustainable and hygienic menstrual care landscape.

BIS Certification Process

Obtaining a BIS license involves a thorough assessment of manufacturing infrastructure, quality control capabilities, testing facilities, and production processes. This comprehensive evaluation ensures that the products not only comply with regulations but are also safe and reliable for consumers.

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Conclusion:

The implementation of the Medical Textiles (Quality Control) Order, 2023, is ushering in a transformative era for the market of Reusable Sanitary Pads, Sanitary Napkins, and Period Panties in India. Manufacturers, by embracing these guidelines and securing BIS certification, are not merely complying with regulations; they are setting new benchmarks for excellence in the industry. Opting for BIS-certified Reusable Sanitary Pads, Sanitary Napkins, and Period Panties signifies more than a product purchase; it represents a commitment to dependability, superior quality, and safety.

BIS certification for Reusable Sanitary Pads, Sanitary Napkins, and Period Panties goes beyond meeting regulatory checkboxes, assuring the highest performance standards in these products. In an era where quality takes precedence, choosing BIS-certified Reusable Sanitary Pads, Sanitary Napkins, and Period Panties guarantees a product that is not only dependable but also of the finest quality.

In this landscape of evolving standards, Aleph INDIA stands as a leading BIS consultant in India, dedicated to assisting manufacturers and importers in obtaining BIS licenses for their products. With a commitment to excellence, Aleph INDIA ensures that your products not only meet but exceed the required quality benchmarks. Aleph INDIA has been serving the industry as a single-window operator for all product regulatory compliance. We can assist importers or manufacturers in meeting all criteria for importing or selling a product in the Indian market.