BIS Certification for Oral Hygiene Appliances IS 302 Part 1:2024/IEC 60335-1
Category: BIS Certification
BIS Certification is granted by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) through the Safety of Household, Commercial, and Similar Electrical Appliances Quality Control Order (QCO). Getting BIS Certification is an important step for manufacturers and importers to comply with regulations, gain market access, and build consumer confidence in India.
Certification of oral hygiene appliances, such as electric toothbrushes and flossers, falls under Oral Hygiene Appliances, which have become an integral part of the modern-day personal care routine, as they are necessities for health and a hygienic lifestyle. As these appliances come into direct contact with users and operate using electricity, they must comply with safety requirements to ensure reliable performance and minimise the risks of electric shock, overheating, and mechanical hazards associated with their use. The BIS Certification of Oral Hygiene Appliances as per IS 302 (Part 1):2024/IEC 60335-1 is a general requirement certifying that the product complies with all essential electrical safety standards.
Testing Parameters for Oral Hygiene Appliances IS 302 Part 1: 2024/IEC 60335-1
Manufacturers must ensure their electric toothbrush or flosser appliances bear a BIS ISI mark license under IS 302 Part 1/IEC 60335-1, as most oral hygiene appliances are low-voltage, battery-operated (Class III) devices that are charged via a mains adaptor. The following safety parameters to be followed:
- Moisture Protection and Water Intrusion: This test is conducted to confirm the protection provided by seals and IP ratings for the circuitry against water during use in bathrooms.
- Leakage Current and Electrical Strength Test: Performed at both room and operating temperatures to ensure appliances do not pose an electrical shock hazard to users.
- Overheating Test: Conducted to assess the thermal resistance and flame retardancy of the materials used.
- Resistance to Heat and Fire: This test evaluates materials' resistance to fire using methods such as the glow-wire test.
- Overheating (Temperature Rise) Test: This test is conducted to confirm that the surfaces of batteries and heating components do not reach unsafe temperatures during charging and usage.
- Battery and charging safety: This test confirms safe charging behaviour and protection against overcharging or short-circuiting in battery-powered appliances.
BIS Certification Process for Oral Hygiene Appliances 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 Oral Hygiene Appliances (2026)
Below, you can go through the table for the BIS Certification cost of Oral Hygiene Appliances:
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S No. |
Particular |
Amount (INR) |
Remarks |
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1. |
Application Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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2. |
Audit Fee |
7000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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3. |
License Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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4. |
Sample Testing Fee |
As Applicable |
To be paid directly to BIS (Testing charges vary by product and lab). |
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5. |
Minimum Advance Marking Fee |
As per actual |
To be paid directly to BIS (Marking fee varies as per Indian Standard) |
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6. |
Renewal Fee |
1000 |
To be paid directly to BIS |
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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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ERCS Pvt. Ltd., the Top BIS Consultant, provides the most comprehensive BIS certification service for oral hygiene appliances in accordance with IS 302 Part 1 and can therefore provide the most efficient expert advice on documentation, testing, and regulation for both domestic and foreign manufacturers.
- ERCS Pvt. Ltd. assist with the complete ISI Mark Certification process, which includes obtaining certification for products in accordance with the applicable Indian Standard Specification (IS 302 Part 1:2024/IEC 60335-1).
- They will be able to help you through all stages of this process (such as preparation of documentation, coordination of all activities with BIS Officials, and coordination of all sample testing), which will minimise the likelihood of your certification application being refused.
- ERCS has extensive experience with Indian safety standards; therefore, ERCS can guarantee that your products will meet requirements for electric and thermal hazard protection.
- ERCS is a company that develops its consultancy activities on time and efficiently, and can help you obtain the necessary BIS license to trade legally in India.