BIS Certification for Room Heaters– IS 302 (Part 2 /Sec 30)

• Mandatory by Law: BIS certification is required for heaters under the BIS Act, 2016, before selling in India.
• Avoid Heavy Penalties: Selling non-certified products can attract fines up to ₹5 lakh, product seizure, and legal action.
• Required for Online Selling: E-commerce platforms like Amazon and Flipkart often ask for BIS certification to list electrical products.
• Build Customer: Trust The ISI Mark shows that the room heater meets Indian safety and quality standards.
• Smooth Market Entry: BIS certification helps manufacturers and importers sell products smoothly across India without compliance issues.

This is an Indian Standard issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) for room heaters. It sets safety and performance requirements that these products must meet before sale in India. This standard helps ensure that these heaters:

• Provide safe heating during regular use
• Have proper insulation and electrical protection
• Reduce risk of shock, overheating and fire hazards
• Are durable and suitable for indoor daily use
• Meet required quality and safety tests

BIS License under IS 302 (Part 2/Sec 30 ) is required for anyone who manufactures, imports, or sells room heaters in India. It is needed for:

• Indian Manufacturers making heaters for the Indian market
• Foreign Manufacturers exporting heaters to India
• Importers and Brand Owners selling products under their own brand name
• Sellers and Distributors supplying these heaters in India

To obtain a BIS license for these room heating appliances, manufacturers must follow the certification process prescribed by the Bureau of Indian Standards. The process includes following key steps:

1. Online Registration: Apply through the BIS Manak Online Portal by submitting company details, factory information, and product specifications. Foreign manufacturers must appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).
2. Product Testing: Samples are tested in BIS-approved laboratories to assess electrical safety, insulation strength, heating performance, mechanical durability, and reliable operation of the product.
3. Application Submission: Submit the BIS application along with test reports, technical documents, manufacturing details, and quality control information. Foreign applicants must also submit AIR documents.
4. Factory Inspection: BIS officials inspect the manufacturing unit to verify production capability, testing facilities, quality systems, and compliance with applicable standards.
5. Grant of BIS License: If the product and factory meet all BIS requirements, the license is issued under Scheme-I.
6. Use of ISI Mark: After approval, the manufacturer can use the ISI Mark with the CM/L number, confirming compliance with BIS standards.

• Application fee for foreign manufacturers is payable via SWIFT (SAARC countries may pay in INR with applicable GST).
• Audit charges for foreign manufacturers vary based on country/location.
• Marking fee depends on the product category and production volume (MSME benefits may apply).
• Testing charges are paid directly to BIS-approved laboratories.
• Consultancy fees depend on product type and factory location.