BIS CERTIFICATION for Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances for Skin Beauty Care Appliances IS 302 Part 1: 2024

Published Date: October 18, 2024

Introduction

IS 302 Part 1: 2024 Safety Requirements for Household, Commercial, and Skin Beauty Care Electrical Appliances under BIS Certification. These appliances are mainly hair dryers, hair straighteners, and facial steamers. These are found extensively in homes and beauty parlors. Indian markets for skin beauty care appliances are growing rapidly owing to increasing consumer awareness and the demand for personal grooming, and therefore provide avenues for imports and exports; hence, such products require BIS certification upon entering the Indian market.

Before marketing, manufacturers of the equipment are required to obtain BIS certification and ISI mark. Once the QCO order is received from BIS, a customs clearance takes place at BIS, and payment of the BIS certification fee on equipment manufactured in India.

OVERVIEW

IS 302: Part 1:2024 establishes performance requirements for the safety of household electrical appliances such as skin beauty care devices. The appliances should not have more than 250 volts for a single phase and 415 volts for others. Such standards also extend to appliances utilized in shops or light industries. It provides basic safety but does not address unsupervised children or appliances for medical or industrial use. Equipment used in vehicles or ships may also add specific rules.

Key highlights

Product Name	Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances for Skin Beauty Care Appliances
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 302 Part 1:2024 (for General Requirements)
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	Covers general safety requirements for household appliances, including design, manufacturing, and performance criteria to ensure consumer safety.
Major Country of Import	China, with additional imports from the USA and European countries.

Applicable Tests for BIS CERTIFICATION for Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances for Skin Beauty Care Appliances IS 302 Part 1: 2024

Mandatory Tests:

Earth continuity test
Electric strength test
Functional test
Protection Against Electric Shock
Provision for earthing
Leakage current and electric strength at operating temperature
Leakage current and Electric strength

Optional Tests:

Transient Overvoltages
Overload protection of transformers and associated circuits
Terminals for external conductors
Resistance to rusting
Moisture Resistance

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 Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances for Skin Beauty Care Appliances IS 302 Part 1: 2024 is as follows:

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

Benefits of BIS Certification

BIS certification enhances product credibility, boosts consumer trust, expands market access, and provides a competitive edge for manufacturers.

Benefit	Description
Access to the Indian Market	BIS certification is mandatory for many products, enabling smooth entry and trade in the Indian market.
Compliance with Indian Standards	Ensures adherence to national safety and quality standards, promoting uniformity and reliability.
Enhanced Product Credibility	Certification signifies quality assurance, helping products stand out in a competitive landscape.
Increased Customer Trust	Consumers are more likely to purchase certified products, knowing they meet rigorous safety and performance criteria.
Benefits for MSMEs	Small and medium enterprises gain a competitive edge and access to government tenders through BIS certification.

Conclusion

BIS certification is a strategic asset that fosters quality assurance and market growth for businesses in India. ALEPH INDIA assists manufacturers in achieving this crucial verification.

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.