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Get BIS Certification for Copper 191:2007

April 20, 2025 | 3 min Read

BIS certification for copper is mandatory as per IS 191:2007, holding immense importance in various sectors, especially electrical and electronics applications. Copper, widely used in printed circuit boards (PCBs), wiring, cables, transformers and motors, stands out as the metal of choice for power transmission due to its excellent conductivity. Its aesthetic appeal and corrosion resistance make it a prime choice for architectural features, gutters, downspouts and roofs, ensuring longevity in a variety of applications.

Copper has been an integral part of human progress, essential for early tools and metallurgy. In the contemporary copper sector, adherence to IS standard IS 191:2007 is of paramount importance. Copper articles conforming to this standard not only guarantee compliance with specific quality standards, but also indicate purity, uniformity and excellent performance. Manufacturers adhering to IS 191:2007 ensure that their copper integrates seamlessly into a variety of production processes.

Tests

The following are the major tests for Copper:

  • Dimensions, Mass and Tolerances
  • Chemical Composition
  • Freedom from Defects
  • Resistivity Test
  • Hydrogen Embrittlement

Before introducing copper products in the Indian market, all manufacturers are required to obtain ISI Mark certification. This certification becomes a prerequisite to ensure that copper goods meet stringent safety requirements, technical standards and overall quality standards. Beyond a regulatory formality, ISI certification plays an important role in enhancing the performance and dependability of systems and products that use copper. This serves as a guarantee for businesses in the building, manufacturing and electrical engineering sectors that the copper they use in their processes and products is of the highest grade, ensuring efficiency and durability. In short, the mandatory ISI certification for copper has become a symbol of trust, reinforcing the commitment towards excellence in the use of this versatile metal.

Key Highlight

Product Name Copper
Applicable Indian Standard IS 191:2007
Applicable Certification Scheme Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2
Compliance Requirement Mandatory
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Scope as per Standard This standard specifies the chemical composition and physical properties of various types of copper in the form of refinery shapes. The refinery shapes include horizontally, vertically and continuously cast wire bars, cakes, billets and ingots. Wire bars, cakes and billets are intended for fabricating into wrought products, ingots are intended for alloying in wrought and cast copper alloys.

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.

Process

Process for BIS ISI Mark Certification

A streamlined process designed to ensure compliance, quality, and efficiency at every step.

01

Documentation

Preparation and submission of required documents.

02

Application Submission

Filing the application with BIS along with applicable fees.

03

BIS Audit

Inspection and evaluation of manufacturing facility.

04

Sample Testing

Testing of product samples in BIS recognized laboratory.

05

Grant of License

Successful evaluation and grant of BIS ISI Mark license.

BIS ISI Mark Certification Process Video

Learn the complete process

Watch our detailed video to understand each step involved in obtaining BIS ISI Mark Certification.

Note

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Timeline for BIS Certification

The estimated time frame for obtaining BIS certification under IS 191:2007 is:

For Indian Manufacturers

(Standard Timeframe)
30 Days

For Foreign Manufacturers

(Standard Timeframe)
180 Days

Conclusion

The implementation of the Copper(Quality Control) Order, 2023, is ushering in a transformative era for the market of Copper 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 Copper signifies more than a product purchase; it represents a commitment to dependability, superior quality, and safety.

BIS certification for Copper goes beyond meeting regulatory checkboxes, assuring the highest performance standards in these products. In an era where quality takes precedence, choosing BIS-certified Copper 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.

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