BIS CERTIFICATION FOR NYLON KNITTED SEAMLESS GLOVES FOR TOBACCO HARVESTERS IS 16390

Published Date: April 15, 2025 4 min Read

BIS certification is essential for Nylon Knitted Seamless Gloves for Tobacco Harvesters as per IS 16390:2015. This standard ensures that the gloves designed specifically for tobacco harvesting meet stringent quality and performance criteria, offering comfort, durability, and protection to workers engaged in this specialized agricultural activity. Certification under IS 16390:2015 confirms that the gloves have been tested for vital parameters such as material composition, breaking strength, abrasion resistance, dimensional stability, and visual inspection—factors that play a critical role in safeguarding users' hands from leaf residues and repetitive strain during prolonged fieldwork.

IS 16390:2015 – Nylon Knitted Seamless Gloves for Tobacco Harvesters

This standard specifies the requirements for seamless gloves made from nylon yarn through knitting, intended for use by tobacco harvesters. These gloves are designed to provide a snug fit without seams, enhancing comfort and dexterity. The standard outlines key physical and mechanical properties such as tensile strength, elongation, weight, dimensional stability after washing, and resistance to wear and tear. It also includes specifications for glove construction, size, finish, packaging, and marking to ensure consistency, hygiene, and user safety in field conditions.

Benefits of BIS Certification for Nylon Knitted Gloves

BIS certification under IS 16390:2015 ensures that the gloves are manufactured in accordance with a national quality benchmark tailored for the tobacco harvesting industry. For manufacturers, this certification increases trustworthiness, opens up new market avenues, and underscores their commitment to worker safety. For end-users, certified gloves provide better grip, prolonged usability, and protection from occupational hazards such as leaf burn and cuts. These benefits directly contribute to higher harvesting efficiency and lower injury rates in agricultural labor.

Key highlights

Product Name	Nylon Knitted Seamless Gloves For Tobacco Harvesters
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 16390 : 2015
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 outlines the constructional specifications and performance requirements for white knitted seamless gloves made from nylon yarn.

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 16390:2015 is as follows:

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

Conclusion

BIS certification under IS 16390:2015 plays a vital role in promoting the use of ergonomically designed and performance-verified gloves in the tobacco harvesting sector. Compliance with this standard not only supports occupational safety but also reflects a manufacturer’s dedication to sustainable and responsible agricultural labor practices.

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