How to Check Gold Jewellery Purity Using the BIS CARE App?

Buying gold jewellery is a big investment. But sometimes, buyers are tricked into buying fake or low-purity gold. To protect consumers, the Indian government made hallmarking compulsory for all gold jewellery. A hallmark shows the purity or fineness of gold and ensures that you are getting what you pay for.

What is HUID?

Each piece of hallmarked gold jewellery has a unique 6-digit code called the HUID (Hallmark Unique Identification). This code is engraved on the jewellery along with the BIS logo and purity number. With this code, you can check whether your gold is real or fake.

BIS CARE App: Your Gold Purity Checker

To help buyers check their gold, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has created a mobile app called BIS CARE. It is available on the Google Play Store and Apple App Store. The app is free and easy to use.

Step-by-Step Guide to Check Gold Purity

1. Download the BIS CARE App from your app store.
2. Register/Login using your name, phone number, and email.
3. Click on the “Verify HUID” option.
4. Enter the HUID number printed on your gold jewellery.
5. The app will show you details like:

• Purity of gold
• Jeweller’s registration number
• Hallmarking centre name and address
• Date of hallmarking
• Type of article (ring, chain, etc.)

Other Useful Features of the BIS CARE App

• File complaints if a product is fake or of poor quality.

• Check the authenticity of ISI, Hallmark, and CRS marks.

• Track your complaint using the complaint number.

• File issues about false advertising or misuse of BIS marks.

Conclusion

The BIS CARE app helps buyers avoid fake gold and protects their money. It gives you peace of mind when buying gold. Always check for the HUID and verify it using the app.

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