What Are The Documents Required Under BIS Scheme X?

BIS Scheme X certification is crucial for manufacturers, importers, and distributors of specific regulated products. According to the recent accreditation updates, with the help of this mark, businesses can ensure that their product meets the national standard and gain a competitive advantage in the market.
 

Few products under this scheme are compulsory for sale in India. This can facilitate smoother entry in all sectors. This certificate shows that the product has undergone various testing, promoting consumers' trust. With the help of this, manufacturers can reduce the risk of penalties and market withdrawals. For the registration and application process, you must require important documents; let’s go through the blog to learn about the documents required under the BIS Certification Scheme X.

Essential Documents Under BIS Scheme X Certification

Below we have mentioned the documents required for certification:

1. Product Specification: Provide the list of different grades, types, varieties, or sizes related to your product. For accurate description and specification. 

2. Specific Requirements: The details of specific requirements related to IS/EC standards under which the product is certified.

3. Product Photographs: Use clear images for the identification and confirmation process.

4. Product Identification: Provide the manufacturer's company name and address. This includes the factory location, storage, manufacturer date, and testing areas. 

5. Design Details: Offers product design, with appropriate drawings that give information about the construction and features of the product. 

6. Raw Materials Information: Provide information about the raw materials and components used in the product, including the process of components with relevant standards. 

7. Manufacturing Process: Provide a detailed manufacturing process, along with the machinery utilized and subcontracted arrangements for transparency and compliance.

8. Compliance Report: Report compliance against particular requirements, which covers the test reports provided by certified labs for all the tests. 

9. Test Reports: Laboratory test reports of BIS labs that assure the compliance of the product against specified standards.

10. Quality Assurance: Staff qualifications, the status of equipment calibration, and in-house inspection plans and testing facilities.

11. Business Credentials: Official documents, including business registration certificates and authorization letters.

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Eligibility Criteria Under Scheme X in India

The eligibility criteria for BIS Scheme X certification, required for manufacturers of low-voltage switchgear, machinery, and electrical products, are outlined below:

1. Manufacturers: Both Indian and foreign manufacturers are eligible for this scheme; they must produce low-voltage switchgear products such as circuit breakers and switches. Foreign manufacturers should appoint an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR) applying from outside India. 

2. Indian Standards: Applicable Indian Standards are compulsory. IS/IEC 60947 outlines the quality, safety, and performance of switchgear/control gear products. Along with Type B and Type C standards for all types of machinery and electrical equipment. 

3. Testing: Manufacturers must have in-house quality assurance systems and testing facilities. Products can also be tested at a BIS-accredited laboratory. 

4. Factory Inspection: The manufacturing facility must undergo inspection by BIS officials.

5. Documentation & Application: Manufacturers must submit their detailed documents with the certificate application. This includes descriptions, specifications, test reports, and compliance records.

What are the requirements for a BIS license?

To get the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) license, manufacturers must have the necessary infrastructure, process controls, and testing capabilities for products. This can help them meet the relevant Indian Standards (ISS) and submit the required documents.

• Manufacturing Infrastructure: You must have the facilities and equipment to produce the product.
• Process Controls: Strong controls are in place throughout the production process to guarantee the best quality.
• Quality Control and Testing: Have quality control and testing in place to ensure product conformity to Indian standards.
• Conformity to Indian Standards: Your product needs to comply with all the requirements specified in the applicable Indian Standard (ISS).
• Documentation: Provide different documents, such as proof of office and factory address, manufacturing process flow chart, machinery list, and details of testing equipment.

Conclusion

Scheme X certification is compulsory to ensure the quality and safety of low-voltage switchgear, control gear, electrical equipment, and machinery. This allows the manufacturers to simplify the product process and stick to strict Indian standards.

It is compulsory to obtain BIS Scheme X certification for machinery tools used with stone, ceramic, asbestos cement, concrete, and mineral glass products. If the manufacturer complies with regulations this can ensure the product's reliability and enhance consumers' confidence in certified brands.  As a BIS consultant, ERCS Private Limited is specialized in product testing, inspection, and regulatory compliance. You can get comprehensive support for both manufacturers and imposters.