Quality Control Order (QCO) Update

Quality Control Order (QCO) Update

BIS QCO for Textiles — High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement IS 11652:2017

The Government of India issues this Quality Control Order to ensure safety, reliability, and standardization of Textiles — High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement across the country.

Dear Viewer,

Here’s an important update for all existing license holders, new applicants, manufacturers, importers, and product sellers regarding the Textiles—High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)/Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement (Quality Control) Order, 2023 and its Second Amendment Order, 2025.

This Order Applies To

Manufacturers

Producing Textiles — High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement in India

Importers

Importing Textiles — High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement into India

Product Sellers

Selling or distributing Textiles — High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement in India

License Holders

Existing license holders and new applicants

Overview

The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers has issued the (Quality Control) Second Amendment Order, 2025 under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016.
This Order will come into effect from 6th January 2026.

The amendment applies to Textiles—HDPE/PP Woven Sacks used for Packaging of 50 kg Cement, as defined under Indian Standard IS 11652:2017 — Textiles—High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)/Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement — Specification.

Key Points

From the date of implementation, every manufacturer, importer, and seller of this product must:

  • Follow the Indian Standard IS 11652:2017 for product quality and specifications.

  • Carry the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS license issued as per Scheme–I of Schedule–II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

  • Ensure that only BIS-certified manufacturers are permitted to sell or distribute these products in the Indian market.

Products that are meant solely for export are exempt from this requirement, provided they meet the quality standards specified by the importing country.

Enforcement and Compliance

Reference Orders

TitleIssue DateView Order
Issue Order4th September 2025Click Here

Implementation & Compliance

Any future revisions or amendments made by BIS to the relevant Indian Standard will automatically apply to this Order from the date of their publication.

Applicable Standard: IS 11652:2017

Concerned Authority

Bureau of Indian Standards

Manak Bhawan 9, B.S. Zafar Marg,
New Delhi - 110002

Telephone

+91-11-23231903

Email

txd@bis.org.in

Implementation Date

6th January 2026

Important Disclaimer

The contents provided in this update are solely meant for general informational purposes. Before you make decisions or take action based on the information provided, it is advised to seek professional legal consultation.

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