Government Withdraws 14 BIS Quality Control Orders Covering Key Chemical and Polymer Materials

The Government of India has withdrawn 14 BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) Quality Control Orders covering a wide range of chemical, polymer and fibre-based materials. 

The move marks a significant policy shift towards industry liberalisation, aimed at lowering compliance burdens and improving raw material availability across critical manufacturing sectors.

Key Development

The withdrawal applies with immediate effect from the date of Gazette notification, removing mandatory BIS certification requirements for major intermediates such as Terephthalic Acid, Ethylene Glycol, Polyester Fibres and Yarns, as well as commonly used plastics including Polypropylene, Polyethylene, PVC, ABS and Polycarbonate. 

According to ANI, the decision is designed to ease supply constraints and ensure uninterrupted availability of key inputs for downstream industries such as packaging, textiles and moulding.

Industry Insights

As per the news reports, eliminating these QCOs will reduce import delays, simplify approval procedures, and eliminate duplication of testing that previously slowed operations. The move is expected to lower input costs for MSMEs while enhancing global competitiveness and supporting export-oriented units.

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Conclusion

The withdrawal of these QCOs signals a more flexible regulatory approach, enabling manufacturers to source materials efficiently and operate with greater agility.

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