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Quality Control Order (QCO) Update

Quality Control Order (QCO) Update
The Government of India issues this Quality Control Order to ensure safety, reliability, and standardization of Gamma Picoline across the country.
Important update regarding Indian Standard applicable to all existing Licence holders/ New applicants/ manufacturers/ importers/ product sellers for Gamma Picoline.
Producing Gamma Picoline in India
Importing Gamma Picoline into India
Selling or distributing Gamma Picoline in India
Existing license holders and new applicants
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
| Title | Issue Date | View Order |
|---|---|---|
| Issue Order | — | Click Here |
| Extension Order | — | Click Here |

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.
Applicable Standard: IS 16113:2013
This order represents a significant regulatory step in upholding the quality of Gamma Picoline products, promoting safety and consistency for consumers and industry stakeholders.

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