BIS CERTIFICATION FOR CLOTHING MADE OF LIMITED FLAME SPREAD MATERIALS AND MATERIAL ASSEMBLIES AFFORDING PROTECTION AGAINST HEAT AND FLAME IS 15742

Published Date: March 08, 2025 4 min Read

BIS certification is essential for Clothing Made of Limited Flame Spread Materials and Material Assemblies Affording Protection Against Heat and Flame as per IS 15742:2007. This standard ensures that protective clothing meets stringent safety and performance criteria, offering necessary protection against fire hazards and high-temperature exposure. Certification guarantees that the clothing undergoes rigorous testing for flame spread resistance, thermal insulation, durability, and comfort, ensuring reliability in hazardous work environments. Compliance with IS 15742:2007 demonstrates a manufacturer’s commitment to producing high-quality protective apparel that enhances worker safety and operational efficiency.

IS 15742 – Clothing Made of Limited Flame Spread Materials

This standard specifies the technical requirements and testing methods for clothing designed to provide protection against heat and flame. It defines key performance parameters such as limited flame spread, resistance to convective and radiant heat, and material integrity after exposure to fire. Protective clothing under this standard must ensure effective thermal protection while maintaining flexibility, durability, and comfort for the wearer. Testing procedures assess fabric composition, heat transfer resistance, and compliance with stringent safety norms, making BIS certification a crucial requirement for manufacturers supplying flame-resistant workwear.

Benefits of BIS Certification for Flame-Resistant Clothing

BIS certification under IS 15742:2007 ensures compliance with national safety standards, enhancing product reliability and market credibility. For manufacturers, certification provides regulatory approval, a competitive edge, and increased trust from safety authorities. For end users, certified protective clothing offers assured flame resistance, longevity, and superior performance, ensuring worker safety in high-risk environments such as firefighting, welding, and industrial settings. Certification also facilitates procurement approvals for industries requiring flame-resistant workwear.

Key highlights

Product Name	Clothing Made Of Limited Flame Spread Materials And Material Assemblies Affording Protection Against Heat And Flame
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 15742 : 2007
Applicable Certification Scheme	Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2
Compliance Requirement	Mandatory
Quality Control Order	Click here
Scope as per Standard	This standard specifies the performance requirements for the flame spread resistance of textile materials and material assemblies used in protective clothing designed to provide protection against heat and flame.

Note

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Procedure for Domestic Manufacturer
Procedure for Foreign Manufacturer

Timeline for BIS Certification

The estimated timeline for obtaining BIS certification under IS 15742:2007 is as follows:

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

Conclusion

BIS certification under IS 15742:2007 is crucial for ensuring the quality, safety, and durability of clothing made of limited flame spread materials. Adhering to this standard enables manufacturers to supply high-performance protective apparel that meets industry and regulatory requirements.

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