BIS Certification for Polyethylene Bags IS 9738

That is the reason why the BIS Certification for Polyethylene Bags as per IS 9738 is very crucial since it guarantees the bags must meet strength, thickness, durability, and safe usage requirements. 

What does BIS Licensing mean?

The official body in India, which sets the quality and safety standards of products, is the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). It is a BIS certified standard to ensure that polyethylene bags meet the requirements as outlined by the IS 9738 that stipulates the quality of material, sizes, strength and general performances.

BIS license holders can use the ISI mark indicating that the polyethylene bags have passed the testing and they are approved according to the Indian standards.

What is the need for ISI Mark Certification?

The need for ISI mark certification is given in following points: 

1. Ensures Safe Usage : Polyethylene bags that are certified minimize the chances of tears, leakages, and contamination.
2. Guarantees Reliability : BIS certified bags undergo load capacity and stress tests which ensures reliability and durability.
3. Compliance with IS 9738 : The uniformity in the thickness, material quality, and performance is achieved in the standard.
4. Builds Market Confidence : Buyers and enterprises would use ISI-marked bags in order to be guaranteed of high quality.
5. Supports Business and Legal Needs : Certification is also used to satisfy regulatory requirements and enhance acceptance in bulk purchases and trade. 

Key Details of IS 9738?

The Indian Standard is called IS 9738 and it covers quality requirements of polyethylene bags to be used in packaging and carrying. It deals with the material composition, thickness, strength and general durability.

Testing methods are also provided in the standard to assure consistency and reliability. Adherence to IS 9738 limits the failures such as tearing or leakage, which makes the use of the product safe and reliable in the day to day activities.

Important Documents 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

Complete ISI Mark Approval Process  

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 analyzes the documents and test reports provided and can seek clarifications.
6. BIS Audit at Factory : 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. Factory Inspection with EVTL India Engineer : 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. 

Expected Time to get BIS License

According to IS 9738, the expected time duration for obtaining BIS Certification of Polyethylene Bags is as follows:

• For Indian Manufacturers (40-45 days is the standard timeframe)
• For International Manufacturers (180 days is the standard timeframe) 

Why EVTL India is preferred for BIS Approval Services?

For BIS Certification of Polyethylene Bags under IS 9738, partnering with EVTL India makes the entire process smooth and hassle-free. EVTL India assists the manufacturers at all levels, including inspection of manufacturing facilities, organising BIS-approved testing and handling documentation.

Our polyethylene bags are BIS compliant and are market ready with our assistance. Partnering with EVTL India helps you with the hassle-free BIS certification process. 

Conclusion

BIS License for Polyethylene Bags according to the IS 9738 does not simply deal with the legal compliance but also the quality, safety, and consistency. The certification process is easy and effective with the assistance of skilled BIS consultants.

The ISI mark is considered to provide confidence to the buyers that the polyethylene bags are of Indian standards, and they can be used on a daily basis and build trust and a good brand name in the market.

By partnering with EVTL India, a BIS certification is hassle free and easy to use and with this, your products are safe, reliable and market ready. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is BIS Certification of Polyethylene bags under IS 9738?

It states that the certified bags are of Indian quality and safety. 

2. What is the importance of a BIS License to polyethylene bags?

It is durable, strong and safe to use.

3. Is BIS Certification compulsory to polyethylene bags in India?

It is compulsory to regulate applications and is favored in large contracts in supplies.

4. What does the ISI mark mean on polyethylene bags?

The ISI mark indicates that the bags are tested and conform to IS 9738.

5. What is the advantage of BIS Certification to buyers & businesses?

It guarantees stability in quality, decreases failure of products and creates trust in the market.