BIS Certification for Thiophanate Methyl WP IS 14552

BIS certification as per IS 14552 guarantees that Thiophanate Methyl WP is of quality, purity, and safety and has good stability and performance. The certification also gives an assurance to the farmers, distributors, and the end users that the product is safe, effective, and reliable to use and compliant with the environment. 

An introduction to BIS Certification

IS 14552 gives ISI Mark Certification to Thiophanate Methyl WP so that the product meets the standards of quality set by the Bureau of Indian Standards, which ensures the product performs well, safely and reliably in agriculture.

ISI Certification facilitates uniformity in production, such as regular factory check-ups, sample of a product, and laboratory analysis. To manufacture, distribute, and sell Thiophanate Methyl WP legally in India, manufacturers and importers have to comply with these standards. 

What is the need for ISI Mark on products?

The significance of ISI Certification to Thiophanate Methyl WP consists of:     

1. Quality Assurance : Assures the Indian Standards of purity, effectiveness, stability, and consistency.
2. Legal Compliance : Thiophanate Methyl WP manufacturing, importing, and sale is mandatory in India.
3. Consumer Trust : Enhances trust among the farmers and the stakeholders by ensuring performance and safety.
4. Market Acceptance : Ensures market penetration of government tenders, institutional buys, and regulated markets.
5. Brand Credibility : Increases the reputation of the manufacturer, indicating compliance to quality and regulatory measures.

Key specifications of IS 14552

The Bureau of Indian Standards has created an Indian Standard known as IS 14552 to specify:

• Active ingredient concentration (Thiophanate Methyl concentration)
• Physical qualities and moisture restrictions.
• Packing, labelling and storage specifications.
• Quality tests and sampling methods. 

Adherence to IS 14552 guarantees product safety, efficacy, stability, and stable performance. To acquire production, import, trade, and distribution rights in India, manufacturers are highly required to adhere to these specifications to have BIS certification.

Essential Documents 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

Steps to obtain BIS License

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. 

BIS Licensing Approval Timeline 

According to IS 14552, a BIS license for Thiophanate Methyl WP 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 manufacturers prefer EVTL India?

Manufacturers choose EVTL India since it has a complete end-to-end BIS certification of Thiophanate Methyl WP in accordance with IS 14552. They help in the verification and preparation of technical documentation, the entire BIS portal process, and communication with BIS-approved laboratories to test the products properly.

Also, EVTL India offers services which are of low cost and completely in line with regulatory requirements and serve both the Indian and foreign manufacturers effectively.  

Conclusion

Under IS 14552, Thiophanate Methyl WP is not allowed to be sold in India without BIS certification. BIS approval guarantees the quality of the product, regulatory standards, environmental safety and assurance by the farmers, regulators and other stakeholders.

By using its professional services, EVTL India will help streamline the BIS certification process, allow manufacturers to maintain an uninterrupted product quality, and allow easy access to the Indian market, which will facilitate the growth of business and keep it in accordance with the rules. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Does Thiophanate Methyl WP be certified in India?

Yes, the IS 14552 is under the BIS certification requirement to manufacture, import and market the product in India. 

2. Who is qualified for BIS Certification under IS 14552?

Indian manufacturers as well as foreign manufacturers (through an Authorized Indian Representative - AIR) are both eligible.

3. What are the tests that would be needed according to IS 14552?

Tests involve active ingredient content, formulation stability, moisture content, physical characteristics and other chemical/quality parameters. 

4. Is ISI certification of Thiophanate Methyl WP available to foreign manufacturers?

Yes, a duly authorized Authorized Indian Representative (AIR). 

5. Is ISI marking essential following BIS Certification?

Yes, ISI marking has to be shown on all units of Thiophanate Methyl WP per IS 14552.