BIS CERTIFICATION for Vitreous Sanitary Appliances (Vitreous China) ― Specific Requirements of Wall Mounted Bidets IS 2556 (Part 17):2001

Published Date: September 26, 2024

Introduction

IS 2556 (Part 17)2001 issued under BIS Certification is an Indian standard specifically designed for the category of wall-mounted bidets in the sanitary ware industry. It is especially used in bathrooms, hygiene, designing, residential, hospitality, and commercial offices for which certification is necessary for its quality and safety.Due to this increased demand in the market, under BIS Certification, many manufacturers are following QCO orders and are importing and exporting their products with the ISI mark and are earning huge profits.

BIS Certification is important for the manufacturers to run their business because without QCO Orders and ISI mark, no manufacturer can import or export and also send to the market to sell and it is used very well. Therefore, due to the lack of BIS Certification, the business will face costly losses in the long run due to fees, penalties, and fraud cases.

Overview of IS 2556 (Part 17) :2001

IS 2556 (Part 17):2001 specifies wall-mounted vitreous china bidets. It deals with design, material, performance, and hygiene to ascertain safety for the users. The requirements include tests for durability, water retention, and stain resistance. Manufacturers shall be benefited by the availability of guidelines in enlarging the sanitary product that they provide the consumer for proper health standards of sanitation. It becomes a reference to quality in the sanitary ware industry.

Key highlights

Product Name	Ceramic Tiles, Sanitary Wares, and Laboratory Wares (Vitreous Sanitary Appliances (Vitreous China) ― Specific Requirements of Wall Mounted Bidets)
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 2556 (Part 17) :2001
Import Regulations & 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 (Part 17) lays down the requirements for patterns, construction, dimensions and tolerances, finish, inspection and marking of wall mounted type bidets made of vitreous china.
Major Country of Import	Commonly imported from countries with advanced sanitary ware manufacturing, such as Italy, Germany, and China.

Applicable Tests for Vitreous China - Part 17

Mandatory Tests:

Glazing
Lead content (in case of glaze containing lead)
Permissible blemishes or defects
Minimum thickness
Warpage
Crazing
Water absorption

Optional Tests:

Material and Manufacture

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 VITREOUS CHINA FOR WALL MOUNTED BIDETS IS 2556 (Part 17):2001 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	Facilitates entry into a vast and growing market by meeting regulatory requirements.
Compliance with Indian Standards	Ensures adherence to established quality and safety norms, reducing risks.
Enhanced Product Credibility	Provides a recognized mark of quality, differentiating products from competitors.
Increased Customer Trust	Builds consumer confidence, leading to higher sales and brand loyalty.
Benefits for MSMEs	Opens up new opportunities and enhances

Conclusion

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