On March 5, 2024, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), issued the Electrical Appliance Fans (Quality Control) Order, 2023. This order mandates that all electrical appliance fans sold, manufactured, or imported into India meet stringent quality standards, thus enhancing consumer safety and maintaining product reliability in alignment with Indian regulations. 

If you are involved in the manufacturing, sale, or import of electrical fans, this order has direct implications for your operations. Issued in the public interest, this regulation is enforced under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016, after consultation with BIS, emphasizing the government’s commitment to quality control. 

Key Provisions of the Electrical Appliance Fans (Quality Control) Order, 2023 

1. Title and Implementation Timeline 

This regulation is officially titled the Electrical Appliance Fans (Quality Control) Order, 2023, and it will come into force six months after its publication in the Official Gazette. 

·       For micro enterprises, the compliance deadline is twelve months from publication (5^th March 2025). 

·       Small enterprises have a nine-month compliance deadline (5^th December 2025). 

·       Medium and large enterprises must comply within six months of publication (5^th September 2024). 

2. Mandatory BIS Certification 

All electrical appliance fans must conform to Indian Standard IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 80): 2017, which defines safety and quality requirements. Each fan must bear the BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark), which certifies adherence to these standards.

·       Manufacturers must obtain a BIS license to display the ISI Mark.

·       This regulation does not apply to products solely manufactured for export. 

3. Exemptions 

   Certain exemptions apply under this order:

·       Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) that meet specific criteria as defined under the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006, may have different compliance timelines.

·       Products intended exclusively for export are not subject to this regulation. 

4. BIS as Certifying Authority 

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the designated certifying and enforcing authority, ensuring that manufacturers, sellers, and importers meet the standards outlined in this order.

5. Penalties for Non-Compliance 

Any violation of this order’s provisions will result in penalties as per the BIS Act, 2016. This regulation is a critical measure to uphold the quality and safety of electrical fans, ensuring consumers receive reliable and compliant products. 

The Electrical Appliance Fans (Quality Control) Order, 2023, is a significant regulatory step to promote safety, protect consumers, and align product quality with globally recognized standards in India. 

Stay compliant and prepare your business for these important regulatory changes to continue operating within the guidelines of the industry!

Implementation Dates: Date of implementation for Micro Enterprises: 5th March 2025.

Date of implementation for Small Enterprises: 5th December 2025.

Date of implementation for Medium & Large-Scale Enterprises: 5th September 2025 

BIS Certification for Electrical Appliance-Fans IS 302 (Part 2/ Sec 80): 2017