Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT) has issued the quality control order for many types of Gypsum Plaster Boards to ensure the quality as per the applicable Indian standard requirements. These QCOs will not only improve the product quality but also build trust among industries and consumers. According to the Gypsum Plaster Boards Quality Control order, manufacturers who come under the QCO have to get the BIS License before the effective date of QCO.
How to get BIS Certification for Gypsum Plaster Boards?
1. The manufacturer has to apply along with supporting documents.
2. The manufacturer has to ensure the quality of the products as per the applicable Indian Standard.
3. The manufacturer must have testing facilities in the factory premises as per the standard requirement.
4. BIS will conduct the Preliminary Inspection in the factory to verify the manufacturing and testing facilities, also seal the samples for testing in BIS BIS-recognised lab.
5. BIS will issue the license/Certificate based on the test and Inspection report.
For more information about the BIS Certification procedure, you may click on the following link:
For Indian Manufacturers – Apply for BIS ISI mark Certification in India
For a Foreign manufacturer - Apply for the Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme
Gypsum Plaster Boards Products Covered under the QCO
| SNo. | Product Name | Indian Standard |
| 1 | Gypsum Plaster Boards | IS 2095 Part-1 |
| 2 | Gypsum Plaster Boards - Glass Fibre Reinforced Gypsum Panels | IS 17400 |
| 3 | Gypsum Plaster Boards - Coated/ Laminated Gypsum Plaster Boards | IS 2692 |
| 4 | Gypsum Plaster Boards - Reinforced Gypsum Plaster Boards, Ceiling Tiles | IS 2095 Part-3 |
Documents Required for BIS Certification of Gypsum Plaster Boards Products
1. Application form along with the desired scope of license (Type/Grade/Dimension/Surface Finish)
2. Business license and Process Flow chart
3. Testing equipment details, along with a calibration certificate
4. Raw material details and Test Certificate (MTC)
5. In-house test report and Quality control In-charge details
6. Manufacturing machinery details and Plant Layout
Major Test Required in BIS Certification of Gypsum Plaster Boards Products
1. Dimension and density tests
2. Flexural Strength
3. Impact resistance
4. Surface hardness
5. Loading capability
6. Water absorption
7. Moh’s hardness
8. Panel Mass
9. Glass fibre content
Importance of BIS Certification for Gypsum Plaster Boards Products
1. As the Indian Govt. issues the QCO for mandatory BIS Certification on Gypsum Plaster Boards products, having a BIS license will provide a smooth business in the market.
2. A BIS Certificate ensure the product quality and builds trust among various industries.
3. A BIS Certificate is a very important and crucial document to clear the consignment in the Indian Customs.
Conclusion
To facilitate the manufacturing industry in obtaining BIS certifications, guidelines have been developed. Our team has the experience of completing over 1500 projects and technically competent associates in various Industries. We are familiar with the Indian Standard Specifications & BIS guidelines and deliver the most suitable interpretation to the Quality Control Personnel, so we can do a reliable and effective documentation of your product under the BIS guidelines.
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