BIS CERTIFICATION FOR INSECT NETS FOR AGRICULTURE AND HORTICULTURE PURPOSES IS 16513

Published Date: April 11, 2025 4 min Read

BIS certification is essential for Insect Nets for Agriculture and Horticulture Purposes as per IS 16513:2016. This standard ensures that insect nets used in farming and horticulture meet stringent quality and performance criteria, making them dependable tools for safeguarding crops against insect infestation. Certification under IS 16513:2016 confirms that the nets have been tested for important parameters such as mesh size, UV stability, tensile strength, and dimensional accuracy—critical aspects to ensure the nets provide effective and long-lasting crop protection. Adherence to this standard reflects a manufacturer’s commitment to sustainable and pesticide-reducing agricultural practices.

IS 16513:2016 – Insect Nets for Agriculture and Horticulture Purposes

This standard outlines the specifications for insect nets made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) monofilament yarn, intended for use in agriculture and horticulture to protect crops from harmful insects without relying heavily on chemical pesticides. The standard prescribes requirements for mesh size, yarn diameter, bursting strength, elongation, and UV resistance, ensuring that the nets are both durable and effective in real-world conditions. It also includes criteria for visual inspection, packaging, and marking to maintain product consistency and traceability.

Benefits of BIS Certification for Insect Nets

BIS certification under IS 16513:2016 ensures that insect nets are manufactured to nationally recognized standards, offering superior protection for crops in open fields, greenhouses, and shade net houses. For manufacturers, this certification enhances brand credibility, opens up market opportunities, and ensures regulatory compliance. For farmers and users, certified nets offer reliable performance, reduced dependency on pesticides, and improved crop yield and quality. The use of standardized insect nets contributes significantly to integrated pest management and environmentally responsible farming.

Key highlights

Product Name	Insect Nets for Agriculture and Horticulture Purposes
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 16513:2016
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 prescribes the constructional and performance requirements for insect nets intended for agricultural and horticultural use. These nets are designed to protect crops from various insect pests such as aphids, whiteflies, carrot flies, cabbage root flies, caterpillars, and other similar insects.

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 16513:2016 is as follows:

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

Conclusion

BIS certification under IS 16513:2016 plays a vital role in encouraging the adoption of high-quality insect nets in agriculture and horticulture. Compliance with this standard supports safer, more sustainable farming practices and reduces reliance on harmful chemicals.

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