Quality Control Order (QCO) Update

Quality Control Order (QCO) Update

BIS QCO for Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and
Strip – IS 1079:2017
IS 1079 : 2017

The Government of India issues this Quality Control Order to ensure safety, reliability, and standardization of Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip. across the country.

Dear Viewer,

This is an important update for all existing license holders, new applicants, manufacturers, importers, and product sellers regarding the Steel and Steel Products (Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip) (Quality Control) Order, 2024.

This Order Applies To

Manufacturers

Producing Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip. in India

Importers

Importing Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip. into India

Product Sellers

Selling or distributing Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip. in India

License Holders

Existing license holders and new applicants

Overview

The Ministry of Steel has issued this Order under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. It replaces the earlier Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2020 and is effective from 5th February 2024, the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.

As per this Order:

  • All Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip must comply with Indian Standard IS 1079:2017.
  • Products must carry the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS license granted as per Scheme–I of Schedule–II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
  • Each consignment must be accompanied by a Test Certificate issued by a BIS-certified manufacturer.
  • Products made only for export are exempted if they follow the specifications required by foreign buyers.

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the certifying and enforcing authority. Non-compliance may lead to penalties under Section 29 of the BIS Act, 2016. Any future amendments or revisions to IS 1079:2017 will automatically apply from the date of their publication.

Reference Orders

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Implementation & Compliance

Certification Authority: Ministry Of Steel

Applicable Standard: IS 1079 : 2017

Concerned Authority

Bureau of Indian Standards

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

Telephone

+91-11-23231903

Email

med@bis.org.in

Implementation Date

To be announced

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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BIS QCO for Hot Rolled Carbon Steel Sheet, Plate and Strip – IS 1079:2017