ISI Certification (BIS) for
Wear Abrasion Resistant Steel and Plates IS 18809:2024 in India

Every nation has its own set of rules and regulations for the imported merchandise. These policies help to keep trust and assurance in the market. There are some certifications that the Indian government imparts to ensure the safety and reliability of the various products imported into the country. Manufacturers of Wear-resistant steel and Plates (IS 18809:2024) must get BIS certification issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards. It ensures the product's safety, reliability, and performance, which will help build trust in the hearts of consumers. Let's talk more about it, shall we?

Overview: BIS Certification for IS 18809: 2024: Wear and abrasion-resistant steel sheet and plate

IS 18809: 2024 shall define the requirements of manufacture, chemical composition, and physical properties together with their testing for the products mentioned above. Here’s the list of parameters or characteristics; let’s clarify:

1. Chemical Composition
2. Mechanical properties
3. Ladle Analysis License is granted to use Standard Mark as per IS 18809: 2024 with the following scope:
4. Product Analysis
5. Dimensions and Tolerances

• Name of the product: Wear and abrasion-resistant steel sheet and plate  
• BIS Certification Process for Wear-Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates Standard IS 18809:2024

BIS Certification Process for Wear-Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates Standard IS 18809:2024

Know the process to get BIS certification as per IS 18809: 2024. Here’s the list that will help manufacturers who want to apply for a BIS certificate.  Manufacturers can follow the following steps:

• Product Identification: Visit the BIS official website and go to the list of BIS mandatory products.
• Select the relevant Indian Standard (IS): To clarify the appropriate IS standard for your products
• Manufacturer Registration: Submit your manufacturing unit details to BIS, such as the firm’s name, address, and product information.
• Submission: Application for Certification Necessary documents, to wit, information relating to the product, process of manufacture, and test report where appropriate, shall be submitted.
• Testing: A sample of the product to be tested is sent to an approved laboratory of BIS.
• You have two options for testing: it can be done in-house (if you have a BIS-recognized laboratory) or at an external Alternatively, it can be tested at a BIS laboratory
• BIS could inspect your manufacturing unit to see if the quality controls were followed.
• Certification Grant: BIS will certify your product only if it meets the IS standards criteria.
• Surveillance: BIS conducts regular surveillance to continue ensuring compliance.
• Renewal: All certification is valid for one to five years. You are expected to renew before certification expires.

Timeline of BIS Certificate  for Wear-Resistant and Abrasion-Resistant Steel Plates and Sheets

After submitting your application for BIS, you should know the timelines for getting the certification of your products. Here are the timelines.  Let's take a look:

• BIS certification For Indian Manufacturers (Standard Timeframe – 30 days)
• BIS certification For Foreign Manufacturers FMCS (Standard Timeframe – 180 days)

Requirements for BIS license Abrasion-Resistant and Wear-Resistant Steel Sheets and Plates

Requisites to get the BIS license for Wear and abrasion-resistant steel sheet and plate: 

• Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 18809: 2024 
• In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
• Competent Quality Control Personnel

Adherence To The BIS Guidelines For Steel Sheets And Plates With Abrasion Resistance IS 18809

There are 3 major categories of documents required to get the BIS license:

•  Administrative Details
• Technical Details
• Quality Control Personnel Details 

BIS certification cost for Wear and abrasion-resistant steel sheet and plate under  (Scheme-I) of BIS :

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 57000
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@18% 
Audit Charges
  (consolidated) | USD 3200 to USD 5900
License Fee | USD 30
Marking Fee | USD 680
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 Abrasion-Resistant Steel Plates and Sheets per IS 18809:2024.

Benefits of getting ISI Mark for Wear and abrasion-resistant steel sheets and plates to sell in the Indian Market with our help:

• The term “ISI mark" means that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government.
• Wear and abrasion-resistant steel sheets and plates 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.
• Hence 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 Compliance advisor to guide you complete 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 18809: 2024

ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the Cement Industry & various BIS departments to assist in ensuring conformity of the product  Wear and abrasion-resistant steel sheet and plate   according to IS 18809: 2024

Effective documentation with the 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 to the Quality Control Personnel so we can do a reliable and effective documentation of your product by the BIS guidelines.

 A pre-visit can 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 good 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 below:

• BIS certification for  Carbon and Low Alloy Steel Billets and blooms - IS 14698:1999
• BIS Certification for Hot-Rolled Mild Steel Sheet and Strip in Coil Form - IS 2385: 1977
• BIS Certification for Steel Ingots, blooms, and billets - IS 8952: 1995
• BIS certification for Cold rolled medium, high carbon - IS 18385
• BIS Certification for Cold Rolled Non-Oriented Electrical Steel Sheet and Strip -  IS 15391