BIS Certification for Cyfluthrin EW IS 15228

BIS certifies Cyfluthrin EW as per IS 15228, under the condition that it satisfies the requirements of the active ingredient content, stability of the emulsion, limits of impurities, and the safety parameters. This certification will take care of the Indian requirements of quality and safety. It allows the legal production, selling, and delivery of the product in India.

What is an ISI Mark Certification?

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the product standardization, certification, and quality assurance body of India. The BIS certification guarantees that any product complies with the applicable Indian Standard and that product is up to the regulatory and safety standards.

Cyfluthrin EW is the BIS-certified product as per IS 15228 and meets the requirements of the quality parameters concerning the stability of the formulation and impurity content. The certified manufacturers are awarded the ISI Mark, which means that the quality of the pesticide meets the standards of the Indian standards. 

How BIS Certification adds value to products

The value that BIS Certification has on products is described below:

1. Quality & Safety Assurance : BIS certification makes sure that the product is manufactured in a proper and safe way. It aids in the management of quality and avoids dangerous or unhealthy formulations.
2. Regulatory Compliance : It enables the manufacture and sale of the product in India. The product can be subjected to legal limitations or fines without BIS certification.
3. Market Credibility : Certified items are trusted by customers, distributors, and authorities. The BIS mark indicates that the product is up to Indian standards.
4. Competitive Advantage : Products that are BIS-certified are distinguished compared to others that are not BIS-certified. This assists manufacturers in being preferred in the market.
5. Safety of the Environment and the User : BIS standards minimize risks to humans, plants, land, and water. This makes it safer and minimally impactful to the environment. 

What does IS 15228 specify?

The Cyfluthrin EW as per the requirements of the IS 15228 is as follows:

• Cyfluthrin (active ingredient content)
• Stability and emulsifiability of emulsions
• Thresholds of acidity or alkalinity
• Limits on poisonous impurities
• Storage stability condition
• Norms of sampling, testing, marking, and packaging

The verification of these parameters is done with BIS Registration of Cyfluthrin EW and ISI Mark is granted.

BIS registration documentation requirements

The following documents are necessary for Domestic Manufacturers:

1. List of raw material
2. Layout plan of the factory premises
3. List of testing equipment as per the Indian standard
4. Quality Control (QC) Personnel Details (Education degree and Aadhaar card)
5. GST
6. Authorized Person Aadhar & Pan Card
7. MSME
8. Electricity Bill
9. Email Address & Permanent Contact Number
10. Office Address
11. Factory Address
12. Copy of Partnership Deed / MOA (for Private Limited Co.)
13. Premises document / Rent Agreement
14. List of Manufacturing Machinery  

The following documents are necessary for Foreign Manufacturers:

1. Checklist for Application
2. Copy of Swift Remittance
3. Duly Filled Application Form
4. Copy of Business License
5. List of Machinery
6. List of Raw Material
7. Test certificate of Raw Material
8. List of Testing Equipment
9. Calibration certificate of Test Equipment
10. Process Flowchart
11. Layout Plan
12. Location Plan (Route Map)
13. Details of Technical Personnel
14. Qualification of QC
15. Copy of Certification of Product and/ System
16. Factory Test Report  
17. Agreement with AIR
18. Aadhar Card of AIR
19. AIR Nomination Form
20. Educational Degree of AIR
21. Undertakings
22. Scope of License

Procedure to obtain BIS License for manufacturers

There are two key procedures to get your BIS license: Simplified and Normal.

Simplified Procedure

The steps involved in the simplified procedure are:

1. Document Collection : All the necessary KYC and technical documents are collected in order to start the BIS application without problems.
2. BIS Portal Registration : The license application is processed by the manufacturer being registered on the official portal of BIS.
3. Pre-Testing of Samples : Before submission, product samples are tested in a BIS authorized laboratory.
4. In-House Lab Requirement : Depending on the product, an internal laboratory facility might be necessary according to the BIS requirements.
5. BIS Review & Clarifications : BIS examines the submissions of documents and test reports and may request clarification.
6. BIS Audit at Factory : The audit of the product samples carried out by the BIS inspectors is done at the factory    . 
7. Timely Audit Completion : The audit, inspection and sample collection are conducted within 17 days of the application submission along with the EVTL India engineer.
8. EVTL India Engineer- Factory Inspection : The BIS auditor and an engineer at EVTL India undertake a proper inspection at the factory.
9. Independent Collection of Samples : The BIS auditor draws samples to be tested by the post-audit.
10. Sample Testing at BIS Lab : BIS sealed samples are sent to BIS laboratories, and the BIS department pays the price of testing.
11. Grant of BIS License : Upon satisfactory document inspection, testing and audit, ISI license is issued. 

Normal Procedure

The steps involved in the normal procedure are:

1. Submit Documents : Firstly, it is required to submit all the KYC and technical documentation to start the BIS application.
2.  Plan In-House Laboratory and Technical Proposal : Prepare an internal lab in case necessary and prepare all technical documentation.
3. Ready Factory Test Report (FTR) : Carry out in-house tests and document the FTR to demonstrate that the product is to the standards.
4. Submit Application & Fees : Includes your BIS application and the amount of fees necessary by the government.
5. BIS Audit : An audit of documents and processes at a BIS takes place within 3 weeks.
6. EVTL India Engineer Factory Inspection : BIS auditor inspects the factory with an EVTL India engineer to make sure that everything is in order. 
7. Sample Collection & Sealing : The BIS auditor picks samples randomly, puts them into a sealed sample and forward the sample to a BIS authorized lab to be tested.
8. License Approval : After the lab tests of the sample are passed-on, BIS issues the ISI license, and your product is certified and market-ready. 

How long does ISI Mark Certification take?

As per IS 15228, the expected timeline for BIS License for Cyfluthrin EW is:

For Simplified Procedure (Indian manufacturers)

Average 40-45 days

For Normal procedure  

• For Indian Manufacturers : 50-60 days
• For International Manufacturers : Approximately 180 days  

Why EVTL India is the right choice for BIS approvals

EVTL India is a reputable company to consult in BIS certification, assist the manufacturers to direct them through the whole process of approval. It is also guaranteed to be compliant, quick in approvals and hassle-free certification with expert guidance.

• BIS Consultant to Cyfluthrin EW: Provides full guidance of documentation, testing, and compliance.
• ISI Consultant to Cyfluthrin EW: Makes sure that your product adheres to the IS 15228 requirement.
• BIS Agent Cyfluthrin EW: Coordinates with BIS and license renewal.
• BIS QCO Support: Provides the adherence to the quality control orders and regulatory standards.

The BIS certification process is made hassle-free, reliable, and efficient through the partnership with EVTL India where one can have the application submitted and then the license issued easily.

Conclusion

To maintain the quality, compliance and safety of products in Indian agriculture, a BIS license for Cyfluthrin EW under IS 15228 is necessary. Manufacturers can receive expedited approvals, brand credibility, and will get seamless access to regulated agricultural markets with the help of an experienced BIS consultant like EVTL India. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Should Cyfluthrin EW be BIS qualified?

Cyfluthrin EW must be BIS-certified in India, yes. 

2. Who may make an application to be registered by BIS?

Foreign manufacturers and Indian manufacturers via an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).

3. Which tests are carried out under IS 15228?

Active ingredient content, emulsification stability, acidity/alkalinity, storage stability and impurity tests. 

4. Can foreign manufacturers be certified by BIS ?

Yes, but with the help of an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).

5. What is the timeline for obtaining ISI Mark certification for Cyfluthrin EW?

Under IS 15228, the BIS license takes 40–45 days via the simplified procedure, 50–60 days via the normal procedure for Indian manufacturers, and approximately 180 days for foreign manufacturers.