BIS Quality Control Order for Palm Fatty Acids

TheMinistry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, through theDepartment of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, has taken a significant step towards ensuring the quality and safety of industrial chemicals in India. On25th April 2025, the government notified thePalm Fatty Acids (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025, further strengthening the framework originally laid out in thePalm Fatty Acids (Quality Control) Order, 2022.

This amendment has been issued under the powers conferred bySection 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016, and comes into effect onOctober 24,2025. The core objective is to enhance consumer safety, promote product quality, and regulate the import, sale, and manufacture ofPalm Fatty Acidsin the domestic market.

Scope and Applicability

The latest amendment clarifies that:

• The order applies exclusively toPalm Fatty Acidsas specified in the schedule.
• Products meant solely for exportareexemptedfrom the provisions of this order.

Mandatory BIS Certification

As per the order:

• All Palm Fatty Acids products mustconform to Indian Standard IS 12067:1987.
• These products mustbear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark)under a valid licence granted by theBureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
• The certification must followScheme-I of Schedule-IIof theBIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

Enforcement and Penalty

TheBureau of Indian Standardshas been designated as thecertifying and enforcement authorityfor Palm Fatty Acids under this regulation.

Any individual or business entity thatfails to complywith the provisions of this order shall facepenaltiesas per theBIS Act, 2016. This includes consequences for manufacturing, selling, distributing, or importing Palm Fatty Acids without the necessary BIS certification.

Industry Impact and Compliance Roadmap

This amendment is part of the government's broader agenda to standardize chemical products and ensure safer industrial practices. Manufacturers, importers, and suppliers dealing with Palm Fatty Acids must now:

• Obtain the BIS licence before24th October 2025.
• Ensure their production processes align withIS 12067:1987.
• Undergo product testing and inspection from BIS-recognized labs and follow prescribed application protocols under Scheme I.

Conclusion

ThePalm Fatty Acids (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025,reinforces India's commitment to quality assurance and public health. Timely compliance will not only protect manufacturers from legal repercussions but also boost consumer confidence and open access to regulated markets.

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