BIS Certification for Iron Oxide Pigments for Paints IS 44

The BIS Certification for Iron Oxide Pigments used in Paints under IS 44 assures the pigments to the Indian Standards in terms of chemical composition, color consistency, fineness, dispersion and performance. The BIS License is a statement that iron oxide pigments are safe, stable and can be used in paints formulations. 

What is an ISI Mark Certification?

The ISI Mark Certification, a mark awarded by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is used to show compliance to Indian Standards on a product by testing, inspecting a factory, and providing surveillance.

In the case of Iron Oxide Pigments in paints, the ISI Mark under IS 44 confirms that the pigments are not only tested in BIS-recognized laboratories but they are also produced under controlled quality systems. BIS performs periodic factory checks to maintain consistency in raw materials, manufacturing process and the quality of the end-product. 

ISI Mark Compliance Advantages

The significant advantages of ISI Certification for Iron Oxide Pigments are:

1. Stability & Color Consistency : Guarantees consistency of shade, tinting force and fading resistance.
2. Regulatory Compliance : Allows legal manufacture, sale, and import on notified QCOs.
3. Competitive Advantage : Enhances institutional procurement and long term supply contracts.
4. Market Acceptance : Paint manufacturers and government buyers prefer pigments that are ISI-marked.
5. Performance Reliability : Offers uniform dispersion, opaque properties and resistance to weather. 

Technical specification of IS 44

IS 44 is a quality and performance standard that applies to Iron Oxide Pigment to be used in paints.

The most important technical parameters are: 

• Iron oxide content
• Shade and color consistency
• Fineness and particle size distribution.
• Oil absorption value
• Moisture content
• pH value of aqueous extract
• Water-soluble matter
• Loss on ignition
• Tinting strength
• Light and weather resistance.
• Requirements for packing, marking and labeling. 

All Paints Iron Oxide Pigments in India should be based on IS 44 and must carry an ISI Mark in case of successful BIS certification.

Essential documents for BIS Registration

The following documents are necessary for Domestic Manufacturers:

1. List of raw material
2. Layout plan of the factory premises
3. List of testing equipment as per the Indian standard
4. Quality Control (QC) Personnel Details (Education degree and Aadhaar card)
5. GST
6. Authorized Person Aadhar & Pan Card
7. MSME
8. Electricity Bill
9. Email Address & Permanent Contact Number
10. Office Address
11. Factory Address
12. Copy of Partnership Deed / MOA (for Private Limited Co.)
13. Premises document / Rent Agreement
14. List of Manufacturing Machinery  

The following documents are necessary for Foreign Manufacturers:

1. Checklist for Application
2. Copy of Swift Remittance
3. Duly Filled Application Form
4. Copy of Business License
5. List of Machinery
6. List of Raw Material
7. Test certificate of Raw Material
8. List of Testing Equipment
9. Calibration certificate of Test Equipment
10. Process Flowchart
11. Layout Plan
12. Location Plan (Route Map)
13. Details of Technical Personnel
14. Qualification of QC
15. Copy of Certification of Product and/ System
16. Factory Test Report  
17. Agreement with AIR
18. Aadhar Card of AIR
19. AIR Nomination Form
20. Educational Degree of AIR
21. Undertakings
22. Scope of License

BIS Certification implementation process

There are two key procedures to get your BIS license: Simplified and Normal.

Simplified Procedure

The steps involved in the simplified procedure are:

1. Document Collection : All the necessary KYC and technical documents are collected in order to start the BIS application without problems.
2. BIS Portal Registration : The license application is processed by the manufacturer being registered on the official portal of BIS.
3. Pre-Testing of Samples : Before submission, product samples are tested in a BIS authorized laboratory.
4. In-House Lab Requirement : Depending on the product, an internal laboratory facility might be necessary according to the BIS requirements.
5. BIS Review & Clarifications : BIS examines the submissions of documents and test reports and may request clarification.
6. BIS Audit at Factory : The audit of the product samples carried out by the BIS inspectors is done at the factory    . 
7. Timely Audit Completion : The audit, inspection and sample collection are conducted within 17 days of the application submission along with the EVTL India engineer.
8. EVTL India Engineer- Factory Inspection : The BIS auditor and an engineer at EVTL India undertake a proper inspection at the factory.
9. Independent Collection of Samples : The BIS auditor draws samples to be tested by the post-audit.
10. Sample Testing at BIS Lab : BIS sealed samples are sent to BIS laboratories, and the BIS department pays the price of testing.
11. Grant of BIS License : Upon satisfactory document inspection, testing and audit, ISI license is issued. 

Normal Procedure

The steps involved in the normal procedure are:

1. Submit Documents : Firstly, it is required to submit all the KYC and technical documentation to start the BIS application.
2.  Plan In-House Laboratory and Technical Proposal : Prepare an internal lab in case necessary and prepare all technical documentation.
3. Ready Factory Test Report (FTR) : Carry out in-house tests and document the FTR to demonstrate that the product is to the standards.
4. Submit Application & Fees : Includes your BIS application and the amount of fees necessary by the government.
5. BIS Audit : An audit of documents and processes at a BIS takes place within 3 weeks.
6. EVTL India Engineer Factory Inspection : BIS auditor inspects the factory with an EVTL India engineer to make sure that everything is in order. 
7. Sample Collection & Sealing : The BIS auditor picks samples randomly, puts them into a sealed sample and forward the sample to a BIS authorized lab to be tested.
8. License Approval : After the lab tests of the sample are passed-on, BIS issues the ISI license, and your product is certified and market-ready. 

BIS Licensing - expected approval duration

According to IS 44, a BIS license for Iron Oxide Pigments for Paints is expected to take:

For Simplified Procedure (Indian manufacturers)

Average 40-45 days

For Normal procedure  

• For Indian Manufacturers : 50-60 days
• For International Manufacturers : Approximately 180 days  

Why EVTL India is India's leading BIS consultant?

EVTL India is an experienced BIS consultant for Iron Oxide Pigments for Paints under IS 44 covering full end to end certification services. 

Their services include: 

• Preparation of documentation and technical checking.
• Filing of BIS portal and regulation coordination.
• Organization of laboratory tests which are BIS-approved.
• Technical instructions to the inspection of the factory.
• Quick approvals and fewer compliance risks.  

EVTL India will assist in getting a smooth passage to BIS certification by domestic and foreign manufacturers. 

Conclusion

In India, manufactures and importers of Iron Oxide Pigments in Paints must have BIS Certification in terms of IS 44. The certification guarantees standardization in quality, regulatory conformance and better market acceptability.

With the assistance of EVTL India, the businesses will have an opportunity to make the BIS certification process easier and remain sure to deliver ISI-marked iron oxide pigments to the Indian paints and coatings market.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Are Iron Oxide Pigments to Paints required to be certified as BIS?

Yes, the BIS certification to IS 44 becomes mandatory wherever the certification is notified following the relevant Quality Control Orders. 

2. Who is eligible to apply for BIS registration under IS 44?

Indian manufacturers and foreign manufacturers by an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR). 

3. What are the tests that are carried out in compliance with IS 44?

The tests involve iron oxide content, shade consistency, fineness, oil absorption, moisture and tinting strength. 

4. Is it possible to have BIS certification of Iron Oxide Pigments of foreign manufacturers?

Yes, BIS allows foreign manufacturers to apply, by appointing an Authorized Indian Representative.

5. After certification, is ISI marking obligatory?

Yes, ISI marking on pigments packages is obligatory at the reception of BIS license.