Withdrawal of Quality Control Orders for Six Chemicals – Now No Longer Under Mandatory BIS Certification
In a recent notification published in the Gazette of India (Extraordinary) dated 22nd October 2025, the Central Government has withdrawn the Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for six chemicals. This means that BIS certification is no longer mandatory for the manufacture, import, or sale of these chemicals in India.
Details of Withdrawn QCOs
The following Quality Control Orders have been rescinded with immediate effect:
1. Lauric Acid (Quality Control) Order, 2022
(S.O. 1961(E), dated 27th April 2022)
2. Acid Oil (Quality Control) Order, 2022
(S.O. 1962(E), dated 27th April 2022)
3. Palm Fatty Acids (Quality Control) Order, 2022
(S.O. 1963(E), dated 27th April 2022)
4. Rice Bran Fatty Acids (Quality Control) Order, 2022
(S.O. 1964(E), dated 27th April 2022)
5. Coconut Fatty Acids (Quality Control) Order, 2022
(S.O. 1965(E), dated 27th April 2022)
6. Hydrogenated Rice Bran Fatty Acids (Quality Control) Order, 2022
(S.O. 1967(E), dated 27th April 2022)
These orders have been rescinded under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016), after consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The withdrawal was made considering public interest.
Implication for Industry
With this decision, manufacturers, importers, and traders dealing with these six chemicals are no longer required to obtain BIS certification or adhere to mandatory Indian Standards for these products. However, voluntary BIS certification remains an option for companies that wish to demonstrate product quality and reliability to their customers.
Official Notification Reference
The withdrawal notifications are published under S.O. 4780(E) to S.O. 4785(E) in the Gazette of India dated 22nd October 2025.
Conclusion
This move provides regulatory relief to industries engaged in the production and trade of these chemicals. Stakeholders are advised to review their compliance obligations in light of this change and update their documentation accordingly.
