ISI Certification (BIS) for
Vinyl Sulphone: Specification IS 18340 in India

Being BIS certified for vinyl sulphones, IS 18340 holds a commercial benefit in the Indian market as the quality and safety of products assure consumers. It is a hallmark of trust for customers that your product follows Indian standards, meaning they can continue their trust in you. After having a BIS license, manufacturers can touch more markets, increase brand credibility, and enhance sales performance. This is all made easier with the BIS consultants, who offer expert guidance to ensure that the application process is managed correctly and therefore saves time and effort, leading to a hassle-free experience.

Overview Of BIS Certification for 1,2-BIS (methylsulfonyl)ethane

Indian Standard IS 18340 specifies the manufacturing, chemical, and physical requirements and testing of vinyl Sulphone-Specification. Here’s the list of parameters or characteristics:

1. Description
2. Assay
3. Hydrolysis Value
4. Matter Insoluble in Sodium Carbonate Solution
5. 4-Choroaniline Content

License is granted to use Standard Mark as per IS 18340 with the following scope:

• Name of the product: Vinyl Sulphone- Specification
• Product Identification: Visit the BIS official website and go to the list of BIS mandatory products.

BIS Certification Process for IS 18340 (Vinyl Sulphone-Specification)

Know the process to get BIS certification as per IS 18340. Here’s the list that will help manufacturers who want to apply for a BIS certificate:

• Select the relevant Indian Standard (IS): To Clarify the appropriate IS standard for your products
• Manufacturer Registration: Submit your manufacturing unit details to BIS, like the firm’s name, address, and product information.
• Application for certification: Submit necessary documents, including product information, manufacturing process, and test report, if applicable.
• Testing: Issue a Testing sample of the product to an approved laboratory of BIS
• You have a couple of choices for testing: Testing may be done in-house if you have a BIS-recognized lab or at an external BIS-recognized facility.
• Inspection and Audit: BIS may inspect and audit your manufacturing facility to verify compliance with quality control procedures.
• Certification Grant: BIS will certify your product only if it meets the IS standards criteria.
• Surveillance: Regular surveillance is done by BIS on the implementing organization to ensure further compliance.
• Renewal: A stipulated period of between one and five years makes this certificate valid. Always renew your certificate within the set period.

What is the timeline for BIS Certification for Vinyl Sulphone?

The timeline for obtaining BIS certification for Vinyl Sulphone is provided below:

• BIS Certification India (Standard Timeframe: 30 days)
• BIS Certification for Foreign Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe: 180 days)

What are the requirements to get the BIS license for Divinyl Sulfone?

Requisites to get the BIS license for Vinyl Sulphone: Specification: 

• Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 18340 
• In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
• Competent Quality Control Personnel

Adherence to the BIS guidelines for Vinyl Sulphone- Specification as per Indian standard 18340. There are 3 major categories of documents required to get the BIS license:

•  Administrative Details
• Technical Details
• BIS Quality Control Order Details 

BIS certification cost for vinyl sulphone specification as per IS 18340 under Scheme-I:

For Indian Manufacturers
No. | Major Charges |   | Amount | Remark
1. | BIS Fee | Application Fees | INR 1000 | To be paid in BIS A/c directly. 20% rebate on Marking Fee for MSME units.
Audit Charges | INR 7000
License Fee | INR 1000
Marking Fee | INR 98000
2. | Testing Charges | Sample Test Fee | Not Defined | To be paid into BIS-approved Lab A/c
3. | ERCS Service Fee | Consultancy & others | As per actual (Depending upon the product and the region of the factory)

For the Foreign Manufacturers
No. | Major Charges | Particulars | Amount | Remark
1. | BIS Fee | Application Fees | USD 30 | To be paid into BIS A/c directly in USD (SWIFT). SAARC countries can pay in INR with GST at 18% 
Audit Charges
(consolidated) | USD 3200 to USD 5900
License Fee | USD 30
Marking Fee | USD 1170
2. | Testing Charges | Sample Test Fee | As applicable | To be paid into BIS-approved Lab A/c
3. | ERCS Service Fee | Consultancy & other charges | As per actual (Depending upon the product and the location of mfg.)

In the BIS certification process, product testing is the most important stage, as it determines whether the quality of the product meets Indian standards. For the same purpose, investments in testing facilities are required to install test equipment for internal factory test laboratories.

Apart from the charges mentioned above in the table, we may ask you to pay/reimburse for a pre-visit at your factory premises to ensure the conformity of your product as per the relevant Indian Standard & BIS guidelines for its BIS certification.

BIS Certification Benefits for Ethenyl sulfonyl Ethene

Benefits of getting ISI Mark for Vinyl Sulphone-Specification to sell in the Indian Market with our help:

• The term “ISI mark certification" means that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government.
• Vinyl Sulphone: Specification must obtain the ISI Mark, and the violators are penalized with the material seized and a significant sum as a fine.
• Getting certification improves the probability of your product to survive and compete in the market.
• Customers tend to buy ISI-certified products as they ensure safety and standard quality. Hence, with certified products, you can win the confidence and trust of the buyer.
• With the word of mouth of such a client list, you can establish your credibility in the market.
• With the renowned brand, you can raise the standard and benchmark the market value of the product.

Role of ERCS Private Limited in getting your product certified:

To get BIS certification and produce a standard-quality product, the manufacturer must ensure that their product follows the specified Indian Standard Specifications (ISS), which we directly interpret to you from the BIS officials as per the Indian Standards.

ECRS Private Limited will be your friend, philosopher, and guide in the whole process of getting your product certified by the concerned authorities/departments.

Scope of work by ECRS Private Limited:

Ensuring the conformity of your product as per IS 18340

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the cement industry & various BIS departments to assist in ensuring conformity of the product Ethene-1,2-diylbis (sulfonyl) Effective documentation with awareness of the BIS guidelines:

To facilitate the industry in obtaining BIS certifications, guidelines have been developed. Our team has the experience of completing over 100 projects and various acquaintances in the industry.

We understand the Indian Standard Specifications & BIS guidelines, which we interpret for the Quality Control Personnel, so we can do reliable and effective documentation of your product according to the BIS guidelines.

A pre-visit can be paid for at your factory premises:

In the process of getting BIS certification, the officer from the BIS authority visits the factory for inspection. To get great results, the BIS inspection should go smoothly without any non-conformity. By keeping this goal in mind, our team will organize a pre-visit to your factory premises so that required changes can be adapted to remove the elements of fallibility.

Assistance for BIS audits:

We will explain the whole procedure of conducting a BIS inspection and make you aware of the things that need to be prepared and readily available at the time of inspection.

Similar mandatory products for BIS certification are as follows:

• BIS Certification for Vinyl Acetate Monomer - IS 12345:1988
• BIS Certification for Styrene (Vinyl Benzene) - IS 4105:2020
• BIS Certification for Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) COPOLYMERS - IS 13601:1999
• BIS Certification for Vinyl Chloride Monomer IS 17442:2020
• BIS Certification for Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Geomembranes for Lining - IS 1590