The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers announced a notification on July 9, 2026, regarding the N-Butyl Acrylate (Quality Control) Order, 2021. The government extended the existing suspension period of the Quality Control Order from July 10, 2026, to July 31, 2026. This decision has been taken to ensure the uninterrupted availability of n-Butyl Acrylate in the country.
What is the Notification About?
The Indian Government previously issued the n-Butyl Acrylate (Quality Control) Order 2021 under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016, requiring n-Butyl Acrylate to comply with all relevant Indian Standards and BIS stipulations. However, due to global supply chain disruptions, the Government suspended the implementation of this Quality Control Order. In the recent notification dated July 9, 2026, the Government has further extended the suspension of the Quality Control Order till July 31, 2026.
Why Has the Suspension Been Extended?
As stated in the publication, the Government noted that:
- Disruption of the global supply chain continues to make it difficult to source n-Butyl Acrylate.
- It is necessary to keep this important chemical available in the Indian market.
- The extension of the suspension is necessary in the public interest to avoid shortages.
- The Central Government, after consulting with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), has decided to extend the suspension.
What Has Changed?
Only one date has been revised in the existing Quality Control Order.
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Earlier Date |
Revised Date |
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10 July 2026 |
31 July 2026 |
This means the temporary suspension of the n-Butyl Acrylate Quality Control Order will remain in effect until 31 July 2026.
What Does This Mean for Manufacturers and Importers?
Until 31 July 2026:
- The Quality Control Order suspension is still in effect.
- The Government aims to ensure that n-Butyl Acrylate is available despite international supply issues.
- Manufacturers, importers, and merchants have to keep observing for new notifications because the Government can make some decisions:
- The suspension ends on 31 July 2026,
- The suspension is extended again, or
- The Quality Control Order is back in force.
Why is n-Butyl Acrylate Important?
n-Butyl Acrylate is one of the chemicals used in industries for manufacturing several products for:
- Paints and coatings
- Adhesives and sealants
- Textile chemicals
- Plastic and polymer products
- Construction chemicals
- Emulsions and specialty chemicals
- Any disruption to its supply will affect various downstream industries.
Key Highlights of the Notification
The major highlights mentioned under the n-Butyl Acrylate Suspension Extension order are given below:
- Notification Number: S.O. 3729(E)
- Authority: Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers, Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals
- Date of Notification: 9 July 2026
- Title: Extension of the suspension of n-Butyl Acrylate (Control) Order, 2021, to the proposed one till 31 July 2026
- Previous Suspension Valid Till: 10 July 2026
- New Suspension Valid Till: 31 July 2026
- Rationale: Global supply chain disruptions and to ensure a sufficient supply of n-Butyl Acrylate in India.
- Legal Basis: Section 16 read with Section 25(3) of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016
Legal Background of N-Butyl Acrylate (Quality Control) Amendment Order
The n-Butyl Acrylate (Quality Control) Order, 2021 was originally notified on 24 December 2021 through Notification S.O. 5438(E) under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016. Before this latest amendment, the Order was last amended on 10 April 2026 through Notification S.O. 1854(E). The current amendment, issued on 9 July 2026 under Notification S.O. 3729(E), further extends the suspension period from 10 July 2026 to 31 July 2026.
Conclusion
As per the latest notification, S.O. 3729(E), the temporary suspension of the n-Butyl Acrylate (Quality Control) Order, 2021, has been extended from 10 July 2026 to 31 July 2026. The Government has decided to take this step to mitigate worldwide supply chain disruptions and ensure the continued availability of n-Butyl Acrylate in India. Manufacturers, importers, and firms engaged in n-Butyl Acrylate should monitor upcoming Government notifications, as their compliance requirements may change at the end of 31 July 2026.
