BIS Certification for Wheat Atta IS 1155

Wheat Atta Certification under IS 1155 is an assurance of the product to meet the standards that stipulate its purity, moisture, particle size, nutritional and food safety standards. The certification will give confidence to the consumers, retailers and regulators that Wheat Atta is safe, wholesome and products produced under controlled conditions. 

What is a BIS License?

BIS License for Wheat Atta under IS 1155 awards the ISI Mark which means that the product meets the quality and safety standards established by the Bureau of Indian Standards. The standards will guarantee uniformity in production, cleanliness and nutritional quality of Wheat Atta.

The certification is conducted through the product testing, inspection of the factory and constant surveillance. To manufacturers, BIS certification is compulsory to be able to manufacture, package, distribute and sell Wheat Atta in the Indian market wherever it is mentioned. 

Why ISI Certification is important for manufacturers?

The importance of ISI Certification to Wheat Atta consists of:     

1. Quality Assurance : Checks compliance with standards on moisture, ash content, gluten quality, granulation and lack of contaminations.
2. Food Safety Compliance : Minimizes adulteration, microbial and harmful substances risks, thus consumer safety.
3. Regulatory Requirement : Compulsory to manufacturers to meet national standards of food quality and governmental regulations.
4. Market Acceptance : Enhances acceptance by wholesalers, retailers, government supply chains and institutional purchasers.
5. Brand  Trust & Credibility : Improves brand image through a show of quality, hygiene and health in the consumers.

What is IS 1155?

The IS 1155 quality and technical specifications of Wheat Atta covers:

• Raw material used in processing wheat: quality.
• Moisture content limits
• Ash content on dry basis
• Particle size uniformity and granulation.
• Lack of foreign bodies and contaminations.
• Adherence to food health standards and hygiene.
• Packaging, labelling and marking.
• Sampling techniques and test procedures. 

Conformity to IS 1155 makes Wheat Atta healthy, safe, and fit to be consumed by man.

Important 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

Required steps to obtain a 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 Process Approval Timeline 

According to IS 1155, a BIS License for Wheat Atta 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 partner with EVTL India for BIS Certification?

EVTL India is the reliable and trusted BIS consultant for Wheat Atta to manufacturers because it provides all the necessary compliance. EVTL India helps to prepare documentation, work with the portal of BIS, contact BIS-recognised laboratories, and provide recommendations during inspections of the factories.

Their affordable, regulation-friendly strategy can ensure that Indian and foreign manufacturers receive BIS certification without any hassles and within the required stipulated time frames. 

Conclusion

BIS Certification for Wheat Atta under IS 1155 is required in order to guarantee food safety, quality, and food safety in India. The certification safeguards the consumer's health and makes people have confidence in the product, and manufacturers are allowed to conduct business in the Indian market.

Under the professional advice of EVTL India, manufacturers can ease the process of BIS certification, ensure no loss in quality and increase their coverage in the competitive food industry. 

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Is BIS Certification for wheat atta mandatory in India?

Yes, BIS certification as per IS 1155 is mandatory for the production and sale of Wheat Atta in India. 

2. Who is allowed to certify Wheat Atta under BIS?

The Indian manufacturers, as well as foreign manufacturers via an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR), are allowed.

3. What tests are required according to IS 1155?

These tests are moisture content tests, ash content tests, granulation tests, purity tests, and tests of adhering to the hygiene standards. 

4. Can foreign manufacturers obtain ISI Certification for Wheat Atta?

Yes, foreign manufacturers can apply through a duly appointed AIR. 

5. Is ISI marking mandatory after BIS Certification?

Yes, the ISI mark must be displayed on all certified Wheat Atta packages.