BIS Certification for Flexible Rubber Tubing for LPG IS 10908

ISI Certification for flexible rubber tubing for LPG by IS 10908 is to verify the Indian safety, performance, and material standards. It guarantees the consumers, regulators and distributors that the product is secure, sound and long-term LPG usage. 

What is BIS Licensing?

The manufacturers are permitted under a BIS License called IS 10908 to produce, store, sell and supply Flexible Rubber Tubing with the ISI Mark in LPG. This certification will ensure that the tubing is of the required quality, safety and performance as required by the Bureau of Indian Standards.

BIS licensing is a process that includes:

• BIS-approved laboratory tests on products.
• BIS personnel inspection of factories.
• Checking of manufacturing and quality control systems.
• Continuous monitoring and adherence.

In India, the production and sale of LPG rubber tubing is not possible without BIS certification. 

Why is ISI Certification required for manufacturers?

The need to use ISI Certification of Flexible Rubber Tubing of LPG is necessary to manufacturers because of the following reasons:    

1. Quality Assurance : Quality Assurance ensures that the material composition, tensile strength and durability requirements are fulfilled.
2. Safety & Performance : Ensures gas leak resistance, pressure, heat, and environment.
3. Regulatory Compliance : Helps makers address the necessary LPG safety and BIS regulations in India.
4. Market Acceptance : Enhances tolerance by the consumer, gas agencies, distributors, and government agencies.
5. Brand  Trust & Credibility : Wins customer trust through showing adherence to Indian safety standards.

What is IS 10908?

IS 10908 outlines specific technical and quality requirements of flexible rubber tubing to be applied in LPG such as:

• Building and material specifications.
• Dimensions and tolerances.
• Strength and elongation of tensile strength.
• Anti-LPG and environmental aging.
• Hydrostatic pressure test.
• Leakage test.
• Heat resistance.
• Labeling, packing and marking.
• Sampling and test methods. 

The requirements of IS 10908 are based on compliance assurance that the rubber tubing be used safely and effectively in service with LPG. 

Documentation required for BIS registration 

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

Stepwise process for BIS Certification

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. Independent Collection of Samples : The BIS auditor draws samples to be tested by the post-audit.
9. Sample Testing at BIS Lab : BIS sealed samples are sent to BIS laboratories, and the BIS department pays the price of testing.
10. 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 the BIS Licensing process take?

According to IS 10908, a BIS license for flexible rubber tubing for LPG is expected to take:

For Simplified Procedure (Indian manufacturers)

Average 40-45 days

For Normal procedure  

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

What expertise does EVTL India offer for BIS Licensing?

EVTL India is a reputable BIS consultant for Flexible Rubber Tubing of LPG (IS 10908), and provides the entire end-to-end certification services. They are dealing with documentation, BIS portal applications and liaisons with BIS approved labs.

Other services delivered by the company include technical advice, compliance, and help at the time of inspection of the factory. EVTL India also works on behalf of Indian as well as foreign manufacturers in order to provide an efficient, economical and time-saving BIS certification procedure. 

Conclusion

BIS Certification for Flexible Rubber Tubing of LPG is a requirement in India to provide product safety, quality and compliance to the regulation. It shields the consumers against gas leakages and fire hazards and also allows manufacturers to indulge in the production and sale of LPG tubing with the ISI mark legally.

Through effective testing and inspection as well as documentation, manufacturers will be able to create a market credibility and trust. By collaborating with a seasoned BIS consultant such as EVTL India, the certification process would be quicker, smoother and completely compliant.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Will BIS Certification be required on LPG rubber tubing in India?

Yes, the BIS certification according to IS 10908 is required to manufacture and market LPG rubber tubing in India. 

2. What is IS 10908?

IS 10908 is the Indian Standard which outlines safety, material and performance requirements of LPG flexible rubber tubing.

3. Who is eligible for BIS Certification based on IS 10908?

Both Indian and the foreign manufacturers of LPG flexible rubber tubing can be given the BIS certification. 

4. What will be the duration to acquire BIS Certification on LPG tubing?

The average time spent by the simplified procedure is 40-45 days and up to 180 days by foreign manufacturers. 

5. What are the tests performed to achieve IS 10908?

Some of the tests are leakage, hydrostatic pressure, heat resistance, tensile strength, and aging tests.