BIS Certification for Plastics Bib Taps, Pillar Taps, Angle & Stop Valves IS 9763

BIS Certification for Plastics Bib Taps, Pillar Tapes, Angle and Stop Valves under IS 9763: This certification covers the plumbing fittings (Bib Taps, Pillar Tapes, and Angle and Stop Valves) to Indian Standards regarding quality, strength, performance, and safety. Certification gives the regulating bodies, consumers, constructors, and the governments the confidence that the products are of nationally acceptable standards and can be used in the long run. 

Understanding BIS License

Manufacturers are permitted to manufacture and market plastics bib taps, pillar taps, angle valves and stop valves with the ISI mark on them with a BIS License under IS 9763. This ensures that it adheres to quality, safety and performance standards as stipulated by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

BIS licensing procedure encompasses testing of products in the BIS approved labs, inspection of factories, testing of the manufacturing and control systems and quality and quality control, and continuous observation. These plumbing fittings must be certified by the BIS where manufacturing, importation, or even sale of such fittings in India is concerned. 

Why is there a need of ISI Certification for manufacturers?

ISI Certification of Plastics Taps and Valves is significant to manufactured companies based on the following reasons:    

1. Quality Assurance : Assures adherence to material requirements, dimension, mechanical stability, and finish.
2. Safety & Performance : Authenticates pressure and leakage, wear, and environmental resistance.
3. Regulatory Compliance : Meet the Indian plumbing standards, government procurement standards and statutory requirements.
4. Market Acceptance : Brings acceptance by builders, developers of infrastructure, government agencies and consumers.
5. Brand  Trust & Credibility : Increases brand reputation through showing compliance to the Indian quality and safety standards.

Technical requirements of IS 9763

IS 9763 gives the technical specifications of plastics bib tap, pillar tap, angle tap, and stop tap as including:

• Material requirements
• Design and construction
• Dimensional tolerances
• Pressure and leakage resistance
• Operational and endurance testing.
• Workmanship and finish
• Labeling, marking and packaging.
• Testing procedures and acceptance levels.

The observance of IS 9763 guarantees that plastic plumbing fittings are salient, safe, clean and appropriate to be used in potable water. 

BIS registration application document list

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 approach to 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. 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 the BIS Licensing process take

According to IS 9763, a BIS license for Plastics Bib Taps, Pillar Taps, Angle and Stop Valves 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  

Why do clients choose EVTL India ?

EVTL India has been a reliable BIS consultant for Plastics Bib Taps, Pillar Taps, Angle and Stop Valves under IS 9763. The company provides full support of BIS certification such as documentation, BIS portal management, laboratory management, technical advice, and help during factory inspections. EVTL India assists both Indian and foreign manufacturers to get their BIS licensing in a smooth and efficient manner with cost-effective, compliant and time bound services. 

Conclusion

Plastics Bib Taps, Pillar Taps, Angle Valves and Stop Valves require BIS Certification and IS 9763 standards to guarantee safety, quality, durability and compliance with regulations. Certification helps in consumer protection, help government standards and build credibility in the manufacturers in the Indian plumbing market.

Through professional advice of EVTL India, manufacturers can streamline the BIS certification and be able to launch the ISI-marked plastic plumbing fittings in India. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Does India have any BIS Certification on plastic taps and valves?

Yes, the BIS certification per the IS 9763 is required where the manufacturing and sale is notified in India.

2. Who is eligible for BIS Certification according to IS 9763?

Indian manufacturers and foreign manufacturers with the help of an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR). 

3. What  are the tests under the IS 9763?

Some of the tests are pressure resistance tests, leakage tests, endurance tests, dimensional test and material quality tests. 

4. Is it possible to have foreign manufacturers receive the ISI certification on plastic taps and valves?

Yes, foreign manufacturers may apply to an appropriately appointed AIR. 

5. Does ISI marking become mandatory following BIS Certification?

Yes, the ISI mark should be put on certified products and on packaging.