BIS CERTIFICATION for Door Handles IS 208

Published Date: November 20, 2024 4 min Read

Introduction

In India, door handles used in commercial, industrial, and residential buildings must follow Indian Standard IS 208: 2020 under BIS Certification. It ensures longevity, security, and visual appeal for various door handle types, including plastic and metal. This product significantly impacts safety and design in construction projects, including new construction and renovations. Door handles are an important part of daily functioning in homes, workplaces, schools, hospitals, and public facilities.

As the need for high-quality products grows, so does the market strength of IS 208: 2020 door knobs. For both local producers to fulfill Indian quality requirements and international manufacturers bringing goods into India, BIS certification is essential. Acquiring a BIS license guarantees product quality and durability.

OVERVIEW

An Indian standard called IS 208: 2020 specifies requirements for door knobs that are often attached to doors. To guarantee that the handles satisfy safety, durability, and quality requirements, it discusses crucial topics including the materials used, manufacturing procedures, measurements, and finishing. To ensure that door handles are long-lasting, comfortable to use, and functional, the standard helps maintain consistency in their manufacture. Manufacturers can make sure their goods fulfill the necessary performance standards by adhering to IS 208: 2020, and customers can be guaranteed the dependability and caliber of the door knobs they buy.

Key highlights

Product Name	Door Handles
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 208: 2020
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 lays down the requirements for materials, manufacture, dimensions and finish of door handles of the type that are commonly fixed to doors. NOTE: This standard covers door handles of size up to 150 mm depending upon the type of handles
Major Country of Import	Germany, China, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia

Applicable Tests

Mandatory Tests:

Manufacture
Dimensions & tolerances
Finish (Visual)
Finish (Other requirements)

Optional Tests:

Material
Corrosion test
Anodizing Test

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 Door Handles IS 208: 2020 is as follows:

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

Benefits of BIS Certification

BIS certification boosts product credibility, builds consumer trust, opens market access, and gives manufacturers a competitive edge.

Benefit	Description
Access to the Indian Market	BIS certification is required for many products, making it easier to enter the Indian market.
Compliance with Indian Standards	It ensures products meet national safety and quality standards, guaranteeing reliability.
Better Product Credibility	Certification shows that products meet high-quality standards, making them stand out.
Increased Customer Trust	Consumers trust certified products for their quality and safety.
Benefits for MSMEs	Small and medium businesses gain a competitive advantage and can access government tenders with BIS certification.

Conclusion

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