Important update regarding Indian Standard applicable to all existing Licence holders/ New applicants/ manufacturers/ importers/ product sellers for Gamma Picoline.
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, through its Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, issued the Gamma Picoline (Quality Control) Order, 2020. Following several amendments, the implementation date has been extended from February 5, 2021, to 13th March 2024.
This order has been established under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, with the objective of ensuring the quality and safety of Gamma Picoline, serving the public interest through strict adherence to established standards.
Key Provisions of the Gamma
Picoline (Quality Control) Order, 2020
1. Title, Application, and
Effective Date
This order is formally titled the
Gamma Picoline (Quality Control) Order, 2020, and includes the following
provisions:
2. Conformity to Standards and
Compulsory Use of the Standard Mark
Gamma Picoline must conform to
Indian Standard IS 16113:2013 and carry the BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark) to
validate compliance:
3. Certification and Enforcement
Authority
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is designated as the certifying and enforcement authority for Gamma Picoline under this order. BIS is responsible for ensuring compliance with the specified standards and maintaining the integrity of the Indian market.
4. Penalties for Non-Compliance
Any person found in violation of the Gamma Picoline (Quality Control) Order, 2020, shall face penalties as outlined in the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. These penalties serve to enforce compliance and maintain quality assurance.
This order represents a significant regulatory step in upholding the quality of Gamma Picoline products, promoting safety and consistency for consumers and industry stakeholders.
Bureau of Indian Standards Manak Bhawan 9, B.S. Zafar Marg, New Delhi - 110002
Tel: +91-11-23231903
Email : med@bis.org.in
Implementation Dates : 13th March 2024
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