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BIS CERTIFICATION FOR FOOTWEAR
The BIS certification for footwear ensures that products meet specific quality and safety standards. Manufacturers apply for certification, undergo factory inspections, and have their products tested. If compliant, they receive permission to use the BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark). Regular audits and testing maintain ongoing compliance.
What Is BIS Certification For Footwear?
All shoe manufacturers are required to have a BIS for footwear, according to a recent announcement from the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). Additionally, all footwear must adhere to the relevant Indian Standard and bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) with a Bureau licence.
Selling shoes made of leather or other materials without the ISI Mark would be prohibited. No producer will be able to legally create shoes without BIS certification under this mandate. If this isn't done, there will be criminal penalties, jail time, and heavy fines.
A foreign producer must first appoint an Authorised Indian Representative in order to receive a BIS certificate for import in India before they can sell their shoes there. To protect customers' safety and confidence, all distributors and sellers are instructed to import or sell only footwear with the ISI mark.
According to the Ministry of Commerce and Industry's DPIIT (Quality Control) Order, footwear manufactured of leather and other materials must have BIS certification. To reduce imports and the manufacture of inferior goods in India, these quality control standards for leather shoes and other compound footwear will be put into place.
This notification applies to several types of leather footwear, including safety boots and anti-riot shoes. In order to comply with the BIS certification for footwear requirements, the department has issued three quality control orders that will cover and examine footwear made of rubber/polymeric material, leather, and other materials as well as PPE footwear.
Importance Of BIS Certification For Footwear
Consumer Testy: Footwear, being a daily wear item, directly impacts the health and safety of users. BIS certification ensures that footwear is made from non-toxic materials, is durable, and provides adequate protection to the feet.
Quality Assurance: certification is a mark of quality, assuring consumers that the footwear has undergone rigorous testing and meets the standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
Market Competitiveness: manufacturers, obtaining BIS certification can enhance their market credibility and competitiveness. It demonstrates a commitment to quality and can be a significant factor in consumer purchasing decisions.
Regulatory Compliance: certification is mandatory for certain categories of footwear, ensuring compliance with national regulations and standards. This helps in avoiding legal issues and penalties associated with non-compliance.
Quality Control Orders For Footwear
To streamline the certification process and ensure comprehensive coverage, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT) has issued three Quality Control Orders (QCOs) which mandate BIS certification for various types of footwear:
- Personal Protective Equipment- Footwear (Quality Control) Order, 2020: This order focuses on PPE footwear, ensuring that it meets stringent safety standards to protect users in hazardous environments.
- Footwear made from All Rubber and all Polymeric Material and its Components (Quality Control) Order, 2024: order covers footwear made from rubber and polymeric materials, ensuring their durability and safety.
- Footwear made from Leather and other Materials (Quality Control) Order, 2024: order ensures that leather and other material-based footwear meet the necessary quality standards.
Products Covered Under PPE Footwear Quality Control Order, 2020
The personal protective equipment footwear is covered by the "Personal Protective Equipment Footwear (Quality Control) Order, 2020.
| Goods or articles | Indian Standard | Quality Control Order |
|---|---|---|
| Personal protective equipment - Part 2 Safety Footwear | IS 15298 (Part 2): 2016 | BIS QCO For Personal protective equipment - Part 2 Safety Footwear |
| Personal protective equipment - Part 3 Protective Footwear | IS 15298 ( Part 3) : 2019 | BIS QCO For Personal protective equipment - Part 3 Protective Footwear |
| Personal protective equipment - Part 4 Occupational Footwear | IS 15298 (Part 4) : 2017 | BIS QCO For Personal protective equipment - Part 4 Occupational Footwear |
Please be advised that without a standard mark (ISI mark), these goods cannot be produced, sold, exchanged, imported, or stocked. Articles or items intended for export will not be subject to these instructions of Mandatory BIS Certification for Footwear, which establish new quality control standards.
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is designated as the enforcing and certifying body for the products specified in each of the three orders. To use the ISI mark on footwear, the shoe producer must apply for a Bureau of Indian Standards licence.
Products Covered Under Footwear Made From all Rubber And all Polymeric Material And ITS Components (Quality Control) Order, 2024
The "Footwear Made from All Rubber and All Polymeric Material and its Components (Quality Control) Order, 2024" mandates that all footwear made from rubber and polymeric materials comply with specified Indian Standards and bear the BIS certification mark. The Quality Control Order covers a wide range of footwear products made from rubber and polymeric materials. These products include:
| Goods or articles | Indian Standard | Quality Control Order |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots | IS 5557: 2004 | BIS QCO For Industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots - Specification |
| All rubber gum boots and ankle boots | IS 5557 (Part 2): 2018 | BIS QCO For All rubber gum boots and ankle boots: Part 2 occupational purposes |
| Moulded Rubber Outsoles | IS 5676: 1995 | BIS QCO For Moulded Rubber Unit Outsoles — Specification |
| Microcellular Rubber Sheets for Outsoles | IS 6664: 1992 | BIS QCO For Microcellular Rubber Sheets for Outsoles — Specification |
| Moulded PVC Outsoles | IS 6719: 1972 | BIS QCO For Moulded PVC Unit Outsoles — Specification |
| Sandal and Slippers | IS 6721: 2023 | BIS QCO For Sandal and Slippers- Specification |
| Hawai Chappal | IS 10702: 2023 | BIS QCO For Hawai Chappal- Specification |
| Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) industrial boots | IS 12254: 2021 | BIS QCO For Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) industrial boots - Specification |
| Polyurethane Outsoles | IS 13893: 1994 | BIS QCO For Polyurethane Unit Outsoles — Specification |
| Unlined moulded rubber boots | IS 13995: 1995 | BIS QCO For Unlined moulded rubber boots – Specification |
| Moulded plastics footwear- Lined or Unlined polyurethane boots for general industrial use | IS 16645: 2018 | BIS QCO For Moulded plastics footwear- Lined or Unlined polyurethane boots for general industrial use- Specification |
| Footwear for men and women for municipal scavenging work | IS 16994: 2018 | BIS QCO For Footwear for men and women for municipal scavenging work |
| Leather safety boots and shoes | IS 1989(Part-1): 1986 | BIS QCO For Specification for leather safety boots and shoes Part 1 for miners |
Products Covered Under Footwear Made From Leather And Other Materials (Quality Control) Order, 2024
Footwear made from Leather and other Materials (Quality Control) Order, 2024 stipulates that all footwear made from leather and other materials must comply with specified Indian Standards and bear the BIS certification mark. Below is a list of all the footwear products covered under this QCO:
| Goods or articles | Indian Standard | Quality Control Order |
|---|---|---|
| Leather safety boots and shoes | IS 1989(Part-2): 1986 | BIS QCO For Specification for leather safety boots and shoes Part 2 for heavy metal industries |
| Canvas Shoes Rubber Sole | IS 3735: 1996 | BIS QCO For Canvas Shoes, Rubber Sole- Specification |
| Canvas Boots Rubber Sole | IS 3736: 1995 | BIS QCO For Canvas Boots, Rubber Sole- Specification |
| Safety Boots for Miners | IS 3976: 2018 | BIS QCO For Safety Boots for Miners- Specification |
| Leather safety footwear having direct moulded rubber sole | IS 11226: 1993 | BIS QCO For Leather safety footwear having direct moulded rubber sole- Specification |
| Leather safety and protective footwear with direct moulded Polymeric sole | IS 14544: 2022 | BIS QCO For Leather safety and protective footwear with direct moulded Polymeric Sole – Specification |
| Sports Footwear - Part 1 General Purpose | IS 15844(Part-1): 2023 | BIS QCO For Sports Footwear - Part 1 General Purpose |
| Sports Footwear – Part 2 Performance Sports Footwear | IS 15844(Part-2): 2023 | BIS QCO For Sports Footwear – Part 2 Performance Sports Footwear |
| Sports Footwear-Part 3 Professional Sports Footwear | IS 15844(Part-3): 2024 | BIS QCO For Sports Footwear-Part 3 Professional Sports Footwear |
| High ankle tactical boots with PU - Rubber sole | IS 17012: 2018 | BIS QCO For High ankle tactical boots with PU - Rubber Sole – Specification |
| Anti-riot shoes | IS 17037: 2018 | BIS QCO For Anti-riot shoes – Specification |
| Shoes for Services | IS 17043 (Part-1): 2024 | BIS QCO For Shoes- Specification Part 1 Shoes for Services |
PROCESS OF OBTAINING BIS CERTIFICATION FOR FOOTWEAR
27 footwear goods have been placed under mandatory BIS certification in accordance with DPIIT's Quality Control Orders on Footwear goods. You must first choose the Indian Standard for your goods
Examine the Indian Standard to make sure your product satisfies its standards and that your facility has the manufacturing and testing facilities required by the Indian Standard.
After that, in order to apply for a BIS licence for your shoes, you must generate login credentials on the BIS Manakonline login page. The normal procedure and the simplified procedure are the two ways to apply for a BIS licence for shoes.
The typical steps for obtaining BIS certification for footwear are as follows:
| Step 1 | Documentation before submission of application |
| Step 2 | Payment of application and other levy to BIS |
| Step 3 | Examination of applicability by officers in BIS |
| Step 4 | Appointment of auditor for BIS Audit |
| Step 5 | Auditing of manufacturing unit by BIS auditor |
| Step 6 | Sample draw for independent testing |
| Step 7 | Lab Testing by BIS in them approved laboratory |
| Step 8 | Issuance of BIS license to Footwear manufacturer |
DOCUMENTATION NEEDED FOR FOOTWEAR BIS CERTIFICATION
For footwear to receive BIS Certification, the following necessary documents are needed:
- Information & Documents for Factory Registration
- Proof of identity
- Flow chart for the manufacturing process
- Information on the Authorised Signatory and additional relevant documents.
- Sufficient testing facilities
- Records of Quality Control Parameters
- Report on laboratory testing and additional data in accordance with BIS standards
BIS FOOTWEAR FEES
The fee structure provided below is indicative and may vary based on the specific product and BIS policies. It is advisable to check the latest fee structure on the BIS official website or contact EVTL India for complete clarification.
| No | Type of Fees/Charges | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | APPLICATION FEE | INR 1000/- |
| 2 | INSPACTION CHARGE | INR 7000/- |
| 3 | ANNUAL LICENCE FEE | As Applicable |
| 4 | MINIMUM MARKING FEE | As Applicable |
| 5 | SAMPLE TEST FEE | As Applicable |
Benefits of BIS Certification for Footwear
Consumer Safety
Ensures footwear is made from non-toxic materials, providing durability and protection for users.
Quality Assurance
Guarantees that the footwear meets strict quality standards set by BIS.
Market Competitiveness
Enhances brand credibility and gives a competitive edge by demonstrating a commitment to quality.
Regulatory Compliance
Ensures adherence to national standards, avoiding legal issues and penalties.
Global Acceptance
BIS certification boosts international market acceptance by aligning with recognized quality standards.
Customer Trust
Builds consumer confidence, as certified products are seen as reliable and safe.
Conclusion:
Any product's BIS certification is a difficult and drawn-out procedure that starts with product development and validation and continues through the BIS certification process.
Finally, in order to use the standard ISI mark for footwear, importers and manufacturers of footwear must obtain a BIS certificate or licence. It is illegal to sell shoes in the nation without the ISI mark. For all kinds of footwear, EVTL India provides full technical support for BIS certification.
EVTL INDIA has been providing the industry with a single point of contact for all product regulatory compliance. We offer comprehensive professional advice and support for BIS certification for footwear thanks to our vast expertise and experience.
Post-Certification Support
EVTL India provides ongoing support after certification, helping manufacturers maintain compliance with BIS standards and renew their licenses as needed.
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