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Quality Control Order (QCO) Update
Quality Control Order (QCO) Update
BIS QCO For Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage IS 1537:1976 IS 1537:1976
The Government of India issues this Quality Control Order to ensure safety, reliability, and standardization of Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage across the country.
Dear Viewer,
Important update regarding the Indian Standard applicable to all existing licence holders, new applicants, manufacturers, importers, distributors, and sellers of Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage.
This Order Applies To
Importers
Importing Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage into India
Product Sellers
Selling or distributing Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage in India
License Holders
Existing license holders and new applicants
Overview
The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, has issued the Cast Iron Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024.
Under this notification, Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage covered under IS 1537:1976 have been brought under mandatory BIS certification requirements.
As per the notification, manufacturers of Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage shall ensure that their products conform to the requirements of IS 1537:1976 and bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS licence granted in accordance with Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
What is IS 1537:1976?
IS 1537:1976 is the Indian Standard titled Specification for Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage. The standard specifies the requirements relating to the manufacture, dimensions, materials, workmanship, pressure performance, testing, inspection, marking, and quality control of vertically cast iron pressure pipes.
The standard ensures that these pressure pipes provide adequate strength, durability, leak resistance, dimensional accuracy, and long service life for use in municipal water supply systems, gas distribution networks, sewage disposal systems, industrial pipeline projects, irrigation infrastructure, and other public utility applications.
Implementation Dates Under QCO
The Cast Iron Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024 shall be implemented as follows:
| Category | Implementation Date |
|---|---|
| General (Other than Micro and Small Enterprises) | 1 September 2024 |
| Small Enterprises | 1 December 2024 |
| Micro Enterprises | 1 March 2025 |
Key Requirements Under the QCO
- Products must comply with the requirements specified under IS 1537:1976.
- Manufacturers must obtain a valid BIS licence before selling the product in India.
- Certified products must bear the ISI Mark.
- BIS shall act as the certification and enforcement authority.
- Non-compliance may attract penalties under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
Certification and Enforcement Authority
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) shall act as the certification and enforcement authority for Vertically Cast Iron Pressure Pipes for Water, Gas, and Sewage covered under this Quality Control Order.
Penalty for Non-Compliance
Key Exemptions
The QCO does not apply to:
- Products manufactured domestically for export purposes.
- Goods manufactured by eligible micro enterprises covered under the exemption conditions specified in the Order.
- Products imported up to 200 kilograms per year for research and development purposes, subject to the prescribed conditions and not intended for commercial sale.
Reference Orders
| Title | Issue Date | View Order |
|---|---|---|
| Issue Order | 2023-08-24 | Click Here |
| Extension Order | 2024-06-13 | Click Here |
Implementation & Compliance
Certification Authority: Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
Effective Date: 2024-09-01
Applicable Standard: IS 1537:1976
Concerned Authority
Bureau of Indian Standards
Manak Bhawan 9, B.S. Zafar Marg,
New Delhi - 110002
Telephone
+91-11-23231903
Email
pgd@bis.org.in
Implementation Date
2024-09-01
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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.