BIS CERTIFICATION for Bitumen Drums IS 3575

Published Date: November 12, 2024 4 min Read

Introduction

IS 3575:1993 is an Indian standard related to the transportation of bitumen in bitumen drums during road construction and infrastructure projects under BIS certification. According to the standard, drums must follow quality and safety standards to prevent leakage or breakage during bitumen transportation. Bitumen drums are a common product used on all roads and in the bitumen industry in the country.

For foreign manufacturers exporting products to India, BIS certification holds significant importance. The ISI mark is mandatory for imports and serves as an essential indicator of quality. This process ensures hassle-free compliance with BIS certification and safeguards against misleading claims from importers. Another requirement is obtaining a relevant BIS license for these imports. Importers must pay the applicable fee for BIS certification for this purpose. In summary, bitumen BIS certification is essential.

OVERVIEW

IS 3575: 1993 For steel drums with closed ends to be packed with bitumen with a penetration value of 225 and below. There are two sizes, namely, 160 litres and 200 litres. The drums shall be heavy-duty steel of equivalent strength to the weight and viscosity of the bitumen, corrosion- and mechanically-resistant. It addresses the standard of drum design details, including the dimension, strength of integrity sealing, and pressure resistance, used to ensure safe storage and transportation. The standard also prescribes guidelines for testing, marking, and handling to ensure that the integrity of the drums remains intact and that leakage does not occur to ensure the delivery of bitumen safely and efficiently.

Key highlights

Product Name	Bitumen Drums
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 3575: 1993
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1
Applicable Mark:	BIS Standard Mark (ISI Logo)
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
Quality Control Order	Click here
Ministry	MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
Scope as per Standard	This standard covers the requirements of steel drums, with fixedends of nominal capacities 160 litres and 200 litres, used for packing of bitumen having penetration value 225 and below.
Major Country of Import	United States, Australia, Canada, European Union (EU)

Applicable Tests

Mandatory Tests:

Dimensions
Construction
Finish
Air pressure test

Optional Tests:

Material

Note

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Procedure for Domestic Manufacturer
Procedure for Foreign Manufacturer

Timeline for BIS Certification

The approximate timeline to obtain BIS certification for Bitumen Drums IS 3575: 1993 is as follows:

For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)
For Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)

Benefits of BIS Certification

BIS certification improves product credibility, builds customer trust, opens up new markets, and gives manufacturers a competitive advantage.

Benefit	Description
Access to Indian Market	BIS certification is required for many products to enter and trade in India smoothly.
Compliance with Indian Standards	Ensures products meet national safety and quality standards for consistency and reliability.
Enhanced Product Credibility	Certification assures quality, helping products stand out in the market.
Increased Customer Trust	Consumers prefer certified products, knowing they meet strict safety and performance standards.
Benefits for MSMEs	Small and medium businesses gain market access and can bid for government contracts.

Conclusion

BIS certification boosts quality and growth opportunities for businesses in India. ALEPH INDIA helps manufacturers get certified.

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