BIS Certification for Furniture
The Department of Commerce and Industry of India (DPIIT) has issued an order making it mandatory for several categories of furniture, whether manufactured in India or imported from other countries, to bear the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) quality mark and have a valid BIS license. This means that furniture manufacturers, both Indian and foreign, must immediately apply for a BIS license and obtain a valid BIS certification for furniture covered by this order.
This certification covers performance and safety requirements such as strength, stability, rigidity, and durability for various types of furniture for residential and commercial use. BIS certification is granted only to manufacturers, not to dealers or retailers engaged in marketing and distribution. Manufacturers with multiple locations must apply for a BIS license for each production location.
Manufacturer of furniture subject to different BIS standards must apply for separate BIS certification for each type of furniture. For example, a manufacturer that produces work chairs compliant with IS 17631 and tables compliant with IS 17633 must apply for two licenses, one for work chairs and one for tables. Foreign manufacturers of furniture can also apply for BIS License under Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme.
Furniture Categories Covered Under the BIS Certification for Furniture Scheme:
Step-by-step procedure to get BIS Registration for furniture:
Documents Required for BIS Certification for furniture:
To register your furniture with BIS, you'll need the following documents:
Govt. Fee to obtain BIS License for furniture:
IS 17631 Work Chairs: Rs. 293000 for Large Scale, Rs. 235000 for Medium Scale, Rs. 146500 for Small Scale, and Rs. 58600 for Micro Scale Enterprises units.
IS 17632 General Purpose chairs and stools: Rs. 247000 for Large Scale, Rs. 198000 for Medium Scale, Rs. 123500 for Small Scale, and Rs. 49400 for Micro Scale Enterprises units.
IS 17633 Tables and Desks: Rs. 133000 for Large Scale, Rs. 107000 for Medium Scale, Rs. 66500 for Small Scale, and Rs. 26600 for Micro Scale Enterprises units.
IS 17634 Storage units: Rs. 223000 for Large Scale, Rs. 179000 for Medium Scale, Rs. 111500 for Small Scale, and Rs. 44600 for Micro Scale Enterprises units.
IS 17635 Beds: Rs. 206000 for Large Scale, Rs. 165000 for Medium Scale, Rs. 103000 for Small Scale, and Rs. 41200 for Micro Scale Enterprises units.
IS 17636 Bunk Beds: Rs. 206000 for Large Scale, Rs. 165000 for Medium Scale, Rs. 103000 for Small Scale, and Rs. 41200 for Micro Scale Enterprises units.
Validity of BIS License for Furniture
A BIS license is valid for one year from the date of issue and must be renewed annually.
Conclusion
BIS certification for furniture ensures safety, durability, and compliance with Indian quality standards. This certification protects your customers, builds brand trust, and expands business opportunities. Obtaining a BIS license is a complex and lengthy process involving multiple critical steps across each business unit.
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