BIS Certification for Commercial Electric Appliances for keeping Food and Crockery Warm IS 302 Part 1: 2024/IEC 60335-1
Category: BIS Certification
BIS certification is essential in India for commercial electric appliances used to keep food and Crockery Warm. This is in accordance with IS 302 (Part 1) 2024 / IEC 60335-1. This certification confirms that the electric warmers meet all the electrical safety requirements and fire safety regulations. The warmers operate at 250 Volts AC and 480 Volts in three-phase systems.
Manufacturers of Commercial Electric Appliances for keeping Food and Crockery Warm must ensure their appliances comply with IS 302 Part 1: 2024/IEC 60335-1 to obtain certification. Electric food warmers have become popular because they are very useful in keeping plates warm in hotels, restaurants, and houses. Due to demand for electric food warmers among people in the food industry, there is a lot of competition among manufacturers.
Testing Parameters for Food Warming Appliances IS 302 Part 1: 2024/IEC 60335-1
Compulsory Testing Criteria for Commercial Electric Appliances for Keeping Food and Crockery Warm (IS 302 Part 1:2024 / IEC 60335-1):
- Earth Continuity Test: Determines whether the appliance's earthing path is low-resistance enough to conduct fault current.
- Dielectric Test: Establishes that the equipment insulation is reliable under high tensions and does not break down under dielectric stress.
- Function Test: Evaluates whether the appliance performs all intended cooking functions correctly and without safety issues.
- Protection from Electric Shock: Ensures that no one can accidentally touch any live part of the appliance under normal conditions.
- Provision for Earthing: Establishes that appliances in Class I have a stable earthing connection.
- Leakage Current and Dielectric Strength: Assesses the leakage current and insulation after the appliance reaches its working temperature.
- Leakage Current and Dielectric Strength: Checks that the leakage current is low enough and the insulation keeps the appliance safe during operation.
- Transient Overvoltages: Ensure the appliance is protected against transient overvoltages.
- Transformer Protection Against Overload: Ensures the transformer and related circuits are protected against overheating and breakdowns caused by overload.
BIS Certification Process for Commercial Electric Appliances for Keeping Food and Crockery Warm in India
Both Indian and foreign manufacturers must follow the certification process to obtain the ISI Mark on their products:
- BIS Certification Process for Indian Manufacturers
- BIS Certification Process for Foreign Manufacturers
BIS Certification Cost for Commercial Electric Appliances for Keeping Food and Crockery Warm (2026)
Below, you can go through the table for the BIS Certification cost of Food Warming Appliances:
|
S No. |
Particular |
Amount (INR) |
Remarks |
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1. |
Application Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
|
2. |
Audit Fee |
7000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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3. |
License Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
|
4. |
Sample Testing Fee |
As Applicable |
To be paid directly to BIS (Testing charges vary by product and lab). |
|
5. |
Minimum Advance Marking Fee |
As per actual |
To be paid directly to BIS (Marking fee varies as per Indian Standard) |
|
6. |
Renewal Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
|
7. |
Inclusion Fee |
5000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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8. |
ERCS Pvt Ltd Service Fee |
Please contact info@elitasrcs.com |
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Why Choose ERCS as Your BIS Certification Consultant for Commercial Electric Appliances for Keeping Food and Crockery Warm?
To obtain BIS certification for Food Warming Appliances, it is necessary to complete several steps, including compliance with Indian Standards, preparation of technical documentation, facilitation of product testing, and fulfilment of BIS-mandated requirements. ERCS Private Limited provides specialised services for BIS certification, and here are some of the key reasons that motivate manufacturers to seek consultancy services from ERCS:
- Thorough Knowledge: The company's consultants are well-versed in all aspects of regulations, Quality Control Orders, and certification requirements.
- Complete Document Preparation: The company provides full assistance with the preparation, organisation, and review of the documents required for a successful BIS application.
- Testing Guidance: The team works closely with the laboratories recognised by the BIS to conduct the necessary testing of the Food Warming Appliance.
- Factory Inspection Preparation: The company also helps manufacturers prepare for factory inspections by reviewing production processes, quality control, and other compliance documentation.
- Management of All Application Stages: The company provides management services, from filing the application to regular follow-ups.