BIS QCO for K Acid

BIS QCO for K Acid

The Government of India has notified the K Acid (Quality Control) Order, 2024 under the BIS Act, 2016. This Order makes it mandatory for K Acid to meet Indian Standard IS 11557:1986. The aim is to ensure product safety, quality, and uniformity across the industry.

From the date this Order comes into force, all goods or articles of K Acid must:

• Conform strictly to IS 11557:1986

• Carry the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS licence issued as per Scheme–I of Schedule–II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018

• Be manufactured and supplied only by BIS-certified units

Products manufactured solely for export are exempt from this requirement, provided they meet the standards of the importing country.

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has been officially designated as the certifying and enforcing authority for this Order. Any violation or non-compliance with this QCO will result in penalties as per Section 29 of the BIS Act, 2016.

Any future revisions or amendments to the applicable Indian Standard issued by BIS will automatically apply to this Order from the date they are published.