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BIS CERTIFICATION FOR INDUSTRIAL AND PROTECTIVE RUBBER KNEE AND ANKLE BOOTS IS 5557:2004

July 04, 2022 | 3 min Read

In this competitive scenario, it isn't easy to survive in the market without a standard quality and certified product. BIS license may also be required to sell products in the Indian market.

To get BIS certification and produce a standard quality product, the manufacturer must ensure that their product must follow the specified Indian standard.
Let's take a closer look at IS 5557:2004 for industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots.

Industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots are covered under IS 5557:2004. This standard specifies the requirements, sampling methods, and testing procedures for industrial and protective rubber boots reinforced with protective steel toe caps for use in mines and heavy metal industries and where the floor is covered with water, chemicals, oil, grease, waxes, lubricants, and so on. This standard does not apply to boots designed to protect against electrical shocks.

According to IS 5557:2004, protective rubber boots are classified into three types. This standard applies to the following three types of industrial protective rubber boots listed below:

VarietyClassification
1Industrial protective rubber knee boots
2Industrial protective rubber half knee boots
3Industrial protective rubber ankle boots

Each variety is divided into two types:

  • Type 1 - Non-oil resistant
  • Type 2 - Oil resistant

The boots must be made of rubber and fabric lined. The boots' rubber components must be nonporous and homogeneous, and these must meet the physical requirements specified in IS 5557:2004. The minimum thickness of Type 1 and Type 2 boots for the various parts and components must meet the requirements specified in the standard. Boots must be made using either the vulcanized or moulded process or both.

TESTS

The following test shall be carried out for industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots.

  • Size, Thickness Test
  • Composite Strength
  • Leakage Resistance
  • Consolidation Test
  • Performance Test
  • Height Of Boots
  • Tensile Test
  • Performance Test

A laboratory shall be adequately maintained, in which the various tests shall be carried out according to the methods specified in the standard.

All markings shall be applied to the insole/leg lining fabric with the information prescribed in accordance with Indian standard. The boots may also be marked with the ISI certification mark, and packaging and marking must be done in accordance with the standards. The Manufacturer must obtain a BIS license from the Bureau of Indian Standards to use a standard mark (ISI Mark). The BIS grants a license based on a successful assessment of manufacturing infrastructure, quality control and testing capabilities, and production process.

ALSO READ: BIS QCO FOR FOOTWEAR MADE FROM ALL RUBBER AND ALL POLYMERIC MATERIAL AND ITS COMPONENTS (INDUSTRIAL AND PROTECTIVE RUBBER KNEE AND ANKLE BOOTS)

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

For detailed information about the Procedure for
BIS ISI Certification, visit:

Timeline for BIS Certification

The estimated time frame for obtaining BIS certification under IS 5557:2004 is:

For Indian Manufacturers

(Standard Timeframe)
30 Days

For Foreign Manufacturers

(Standard Timeframe)
180 Days

Conclusion

If a product falls under the scope of the BIS Conformity Assessment Scheme, All the manufacturers, importers, and foreign entities must obtain BIS ISI Certification. The Bureau may cancel the License if the product fails to meet certification requirements.

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