Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP) are most widely used in modern construction because they are lightweight, strong, durable, and provide an attractive finish. The majority of them are used in building facades, exterior cladding, signage boards, and interior applications where both appearance and performance are important.
Since these products are used in critical construction areas, their quality and safety must be properly controlled. To ensure this, BIS certification under IS 17682 is required for manufacturers. This standard focuses that ACP sheets meet important requirements such as mechanical strength, fire resistance, coating quality, weather durability, and overall performance. It helps confirm that the product is safe, reliable, and suitable for long-term use in construction projects.
what is is 17682:2021 ?
This is the Indian Standard for Aluminium Composite Panels which are used in construction, building facades, cladding, signage, and interior applications.This standard focuses all requirements are met and ensures that the panels are:
- Strong and durable for long-term use
- Lightweight and easy to install
- Safe for building and construction applications
- Resistant to weather, corrosion, and fire effects
- Consistent in thickness, coating, and surface quality
It also focuses on proper testing of the panels to ensure safety needs, and proper performance so they can be reliably used in modern construction projects.
testing and inspection requirements
To ensure the safety needs and reliability of Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP) used in construction and cladding applications, the standard defines the testing and inspection steps during manufacturing. These checks help make sure that the product is safe, consistent, and suitable for use in various engineering applications.
what is r & s ?
- R (Required): Test must be done in the manufacturer’s own lab.
- S (Subcontracting Allowed): Test can be done in an external BIS-approved lab.
raw material tests
- Polymer Granules (S) – Checks correct base material as per standard requirements.
- Aluminium Alloy Sheets (S) – Ensuring correct grade and quality of aluminium.
- Adhesive (S) – Supplier test certificate required for each batch.
- Surface Coating Material (S) – Type of coating declared and verified for each grade
physical and quality tests
- Dimensions, Straightness & Squareness (R) – Ensures correct size and shape of panel.
- Core Density (R) – Checks uniform quality of inner core material.
- Tensile Strength (R) – Ensures overall strength of panel.
- Yield Strength (R) – Checks how much the material can resist bending or changing shape permanently.
- Elongation (R) – Ensures material flexibility under stress.
- Peel Strength (R) – Checks bonding strength between layers.
surface and finish tests
- Coating Thickness (R) – Ensures proper coating layer on surface.
- Adhesion Test (R) – Checks bonding strength of coating.
- Pencil Hardness (R) – Ensures scratch resistance of surface.
- Gloss (R) – Ensures proper surface finish and shine.
- Color Retention (S) – Checks long-term color stability.
fire safety tests
- Limiting Oxygen Index (R) – Checks burning tendency of material.
- Smoke Density (R) – Measures smoke generation during fire.
- Ignitability (R) – Checks how easily material catches fire.
- Flame Spread (R) – Measures fire spreading behavior.
- Non-Combustibility (R) – Ensures material does not burn easily.
Importance of These Checks
These tests ensure Aluminium Composite Panels are strong, safe, durable, fire-resistant, weatherproof, and suitable for long-term architectural applications.
bis certification process for acp sheets
The BIS certification process ensures that Aluminium Composite Panels (ACP) meet required safety and efficiency standards for use in construction and cladding applications. The process includes the following simple steps:
- Online Registration: Manufacturers must register on the BIS Manak portal by submitting company
details, manufacturing unit information, and product details. Foreign
manufacturers must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) in India.
- Testing at BIS-Approved Laboratory: Product samples are tested in BIS-recognized laboratories to check important
parameters like strength, dimensions, coating quality, fire resistance, and overall
performance.
- Application Submission: The application is submitted along with test reports, technical documents, factory
details, and KYC documents. Foreign manufacturers must also submit
AIR-related documents.
- Factory Inspection: BIS officials visit the manufacturing unit to verify production facilities, raw
materials, quality control systems, and in-process testing methods.
- Grant of BIS License: If the product and factory meet all requirements of the standard, BIS grants the
certification license under Scheme-I.
- Use of ISI Mark: After approval, the manufacturer can use the ISI mark on ACP sheets with a
unique CML number, confirming product meets BIS quality standards.
documents required for bis certification
| Basic Details | - GST Certificate
- Email ID & Contact Number
- Factory & Office Address
- Rent Agreement / Lease Deed (if applicable)
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| Legal Documents | - Partnership Deed (if partnership firm)
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| Manufacturing Details | - List of machinery
- Process flow chart
- Layout Plan of Factory
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| Raw Material Details | - List of Raw Materials
- Supplier Details
- Raw Material Invoices
- Raw Material Test Certificates
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| Testing & Quality Control | - List of Testing Equipment
- Calibration Certificates
- QC / Lab In-charge Appointment Letter & Qualification
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| Production Details | - Annual Installed Capacity
- Last Year Production Value
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| Product & Packaging Details | - Quantity per Package
- Nature of Packing
- Nature of Printing / Marking on Product
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| Management Details | - Top Management Details
- Concerned Person for BIS Communication
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| Brand & Certification Documents | - Trademark / Brand Certificate
- Consent Letter from BIS Recognized Laboratory
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| Additional Documents | - Weekly Off Details
- Hygiene Document (if applicable)
- Relaxation Letter (if applicable)
- Any Other Relevant Document
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Foreign manufacturers must additionally appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) to coordinate with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and manage compliance requirements in India.
Marking Requirements & License Validity
Marking Requirements
When a manufacturer obtains the BIS License, the ISI Mark for ACP sheets must be applied clearly and permanently on the product or its packaging.In addition to the ISI Mark, other important details must also be provided on the product or packaging, as shown in the table below ,this ensures product meets to all quality and safety standard.
| Requirement | Details |
|---|
| ISI Mark | Indicates that the product is BIS certified and follows to the standard |
| Standard Number | IS 17682 |
| CML Number | Certification Marks Licence (CML) number issued by BIS |
| Manufacturer Details | Name of manufacturer or registered trademark |
| Alloy Information | Grade or designation of aluminium alloy used |
| Batch / Date | Batch number, heat number, or manufacturing date for traceability |
Note:
Marking is typically applied using durable stamping, tagging, or permanent printing to
ensure clear identification during handling, storage, and transportation, as per BIS
marking requirements.
Validity of BIS Licence for ACP
After obtaining BIS Certification for the product, the license is valid for a fixed period and
must be maintained by following BIS rules and standards.
| Particulars | Details |
|---|
| Initial Validity | Typically 1 to 2 years, depending on BIS approval conditions |
| Renewal | Must be renewed before expiry by submitting the application along with the prescribed fee and updated documents |
| Surveillance | Includes periodic factory inspections and market sample testing conducted by BIS |
| Compliance | Continuous following to standard and applicable Quality Control Orders (QCOs) is mandatory |
| Risk | Non-compliance or failed sample testing may lead to suspension or
cancellation of the BIS license |
cost of bis certification for aluminium composite panel
The cost of BIS certification includes charges for application, inspection, license, testing, and marking. These fees are paid to BIS as per Scheme I guidelines.
cost breakdown
| S. No. | Particular | Amount (INR) | Remarks |
|---|
| 1 | Application Fee | 1000 | To be paid to BIS |
| 2 | Audit / Inspection Fee | 7000 | To be paid to BIS |
| 3 | License Fee | 1000 | To be paid to BIS |
| 4 | Sample Testing Fee | As applicable | Varies by product and lab |
| 5 | Minimum Advance Marking Fee | As applicable | Depends on production and standard |
| 6 | Renewal Fee | 1000 | To be paid to BIS |
| 7 | Inclusion Fee | 5000 | To be paid to BIS |
| 8 | Service Fee | As applicable | Consultant charges (if any) |
Note: Additional costs such as pre-testing or factory pre-inspection may apply. The total cost may vary depending on product type, testing requirements, and current BIS guidelines.
bis marking fee for aluminium composite panel
Note: The marking fee is based on reference data from the Manak portal. Actual fees may vary depending on production volume, scale of operation, and current BIS guidelines.
conclusion
BIS certification under IS 17682 ensures that Aluminium Composite Panels meet the required product performance ,quality checks and safety needs as per standard and certification verifies that the panels have proper strength, coating quality, fire resistance, and dimensional accuracy, making them suitable for safe and long-lasting building use.
With the support and guidance of an experienced BIS consultant for building material certification, like EVTL India, manufacturers can complete the certification process smoothly, avoid errors, and obtain approval within the required timeframe.
