BIS ISI Certification for Footwear Quality Control Orders July 2023

Historical context shows that shoes have changed from a product to an image, an attitude and a lifestyle. The footwear industry, using traditional methods of manufacture, has clearly taken technology to heart in recent decades, and this has greatly benefited both shoemakers and shoe wearers.  Since India is such a diverse nation, the types of traditional footwear found all over the country are diverse too.

Small and Medium enterprises in India have a major role to play in the development and advancement of the footwear sector through sustaining and enhancing their export contribution vis-a-vis the development of clustering and many more such activities.

The footwear industry reaches towering heights:

• India is the second largest global producer of footwear after China, accounting for 13% of global footwear production of 16 billion pairs.
• India produces 2 billion pairs of different categories of footwear, constituting almost an equal percentage of leather and non-leather footwear.
• India is the third largest Footwear consuming country after China and the USA, with consumption of nearly 1.66 pairs, while average global consumption is 3.0 pairs.
• There are nearly 15000 units engaged in manufacturing footwear in India with a total turnover estimated at Rs. 50,000 crore, including Rs 32,000 Crores forthe  Domestic market and Rs 18,000 Crores for exports.
• The revenue in the footwear market in India amounts to 23.73 billion dollars in 2022. The market is expected to grow annually by 6.77% CAGR from 2022-2027. The market's largest segment is the leather footwear segment, with a market volume of 16.62 billion dollars in 2022.

In the wake of the Self Reliant India Campaign (Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyaan), the Government has developed Integrated Economic Packages to pump money in the industry in order to develop and attain self-reliance.

The ongoing growth and consolidation of industry present an opportunity for global players to enter the Indian market. It is essential for the manufacturers, traders and other important stakeholders of the industry to be updated and understand the relevant Government policies and new notifications from BIS. Being updated and compliant with government rules and regulations plays an important role in a hassle-free and smooth process at Customs and in obtaining BIS Certifications.

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the National Standards Body of India that develops and publishes Indian Standards, implements Conformity Assessment Schemes, recognize & run laboratories for Conformity Assessment, Implement Hallmarking, Works for Consumer empowerment, Conducts capacity-building programs on quality assurance and represent the country in ISO & IEC.

• Under sections 16, 17, and 25 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016), the Central Government is of the opinion that it is necessary so to do in the public interest, and after consulting the Bureau of Indian Standards, hereby makes the Order – Footwear made from Leather and other Materials (Quality Control) Order, 2022.

• As per this (Quality control) order, all the manufacturers of footwear are obligated to bear the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau in accordance with Scheme-I of Schedule-II to the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018

BIS Certification Benefits for Footwear 

Benefits of getting ISI Mark Certification for Footwear to sell in the Indian Market with our help :

• ISI Certification means that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set by the government.
• It is compulsory for footwear to obtain the ISI mark certification, and the violators are penalized with the material seize and a significant sum as fine.
• Getting certification improves the probability of your product to survive and competing in the market.
• Customers tend to buy BIS-certified products as they ensure safety and standard quality. Hence, with certified products, you can win the confidence and trust of the buyer.
• With the word of mouth of such a client list, you can establish your credibility in the market.
• Hence, with a renowned brand, you can raise the standard and benchmark the market value of the product.

Requirements to get the ISI Mark Certificate for Footwear:

• Conformity of Raw Materials as per above mentioned Indian Standards for Footwear
• In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
• Competent Quality Control Personnel 
• Adherence to the BIS guidelines for footwear as per mentioned Indian standards

There are 4 major categories of documents required to get the BIS license:

 a. Administrative Details

 b.   Technical Details

 c.   Quality Control Personnel Details 

 d.    Commercial Details

Expenses involved in obtaining the ISI-marked certificate for Footwear:

BIS Fee :

• Application Fees
• Audit Charges (Consolidated)
• License Fee
• Marking Fee

Testing Charges :

• Sample test Fee: In the certification process, product testing is the most important stage as it determines whether the quality of the product meets Indian standards.
• Consultancy and other charges: Expenses will be different for Indian Manufacturers and Foreign Manufacturers accordingly.

Role of ERCS Private Limited in getting your product certified :

• To get ISI mark certification and produce a standard quality product, the manufacturer must ensure that their product follows the specified Indian Standard Specifications (ISS), which we directly interpret to you from the BIS officials as per the Indian Standards.
• ECRS Private Limited will be your friend, philosopher and guide in the whole process of getting your product certified by the concerned authorities/ departments.

It is always better to consult with experience team such as ERCS Pvt. Ltd. for smooth certification process.

For more information, please feel free to contact us at info@elitasrcs.com or call at +91-9076611770 / +91-9076611766.