BIS Certification for
Storage Units

BIS Certification for Storage Units as per IS 17634 is one of the quality and safety compliance criteria that needs to be adhered to by applicable furniture storage units. The BIS certification process ensures that wardrobes, almirahs, cabinets, cupboards, bookshelves, and filing/office storage furniture manufactured, imported, or sold in India conform to the specified standards of quality, safety, construction, and performance. Getting BIS certification will enable eligible manufacturers to demonstrate conformity with the Indian Standard and boost buyer confidence.

Storage units are large pieces of equipment used in homes, workplaces, and businesses to organise, store, and protect items. The BIS Certification Process for Storage Units in India includes identifying the relevant requirements, testing the product at a BIS-approved laboratory, providing documentation of technical and manufacturing details, submitting the application, and completing the BIS certification process. Conformity with IS 17634 will enable manufacturers to ensure consistent product quality.

What is IS 17634? Overview of the Indian Standard for Storage Units

IS 17634 specifies design, quality, and safety requirements for furniture storage units. The standard considers important factors such as material quality, load-carrying capacity, and safety features to ensure that storage units are robust and perform well under a range of usage conditions.

This standard sets certain specifications for the design, manufacturing, materials, and safety of the storage unit. The IS 17634 standard allows manufacturers to ensure their product quality is consistent and that their storage furniture meets the specifications of the Indian Standard.

BIS QCO for Storage Units: Latest Quality Control Order Update

Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025, was issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards under the BIS Act, 2016 (11 of 2016), on 13 February 2025, by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This order mandates BIS Certification and the ISI Standard Mark for 6 furniture categories, including Storage Units, under IS 17634:2022.

The order has come into force from 14 February 2026 for general manufacturers and from 14 August 2026 for Micro & Small Enterprises that have registered themselves on the Udyam portal. As per the current scenario, BIS Certification under IS 17634 is now mandatory for all manufacturers, importers & distributors of storage units in India.

IS 17634 Test Requirements: Parameters and Testing Procedure

The following is the list of testing criteria that have usually been considered in IS 17634:

• Design & Workmanship: Inspecting edges, welds, joints and general safety.
• Dimensions: Checking the dimensions of the unit, clearances and tolerances.
• Tops & Bottoms Strength: Tests of vertical static load on tops/bottom horizontal surfaces.
• Clothes Rails & Supports: Test for strength and load deflection of hanging rails.
• Frame Durability: General frame strength and static load resistance at a certain weight level.
• Slam-Shut Sliding Doors & Roll-Fronts: Testing by opening and closing to check the durability of the mechanism.
• Bottom Hinge Flaps: Testing of strength and vertical load resistance for bottom-hinged flaps/doors.
• Top Hinge Flaps: Testing by repeated dropping for drop impact resistance and hinge durability.
• Structural Integrity: Ensures the furniture's structural integrity and durability.

Key Highlights of IS 17634 for Furniture Storage Units

Benefits of ISI Mark Certification for Storage Unit Manufacturers

For the following reasons, manufacturers must obtain BIS product certification to market their goods in India: 

• Legal Compliance: Achieving legal compliance involves meeting requirements related to patents, recalls, and sales restrictions for the firm.
• Consumer Safety and Confidence: The ISI Mark gives customers confidence in the brand, as it indicates that the product meets prescribed quality and safety standards.
• Quality Improvement: Adherence to BIS standards helps reduce defects, optimise the production process, and improve product quality.
• Competitive Advantage: Products certified under BIS enjoy greater credibility in the market, helping the company acquire customers and create business opportunities.
• Export Opportunity: Certification helps the company enter new domestic and foreign markets by demonstrating adherence to quality standards.
• Reduced Product Rejection: The product is less likely to be rejected by buyers or other authorities.
• Image Building: The ISI Mark helps improve the brand image.

BIS Certification Cost for Storage Units in India

Below is a detailed estimate of the costs associated with ISI certification for storage units:

Documents Required for BIS Certification for Storage Units - IS 17634

Documents that must be provided for BIS Certification of Storage Units as per IS 17634:2022 are:

• Manufacturing unit particulars and complete factory address
• Factory layout diagram
• List of manufacturing machinery/equipment
• List of test facilities available in the manufacturing unit
• Manufacturing process details
• Technical specification/drawing of the product
• Raw materials/components list
• In-house test report, if any
• Test report from a BIS-accredited laboratory
• Testing equipment calibration certificate
• Inspection and quality control details
• Trademark/brand ownership/authorisation letter
• Details of the authorised signatory
• Company/Firm registration particulars
• Undertakings/declarations as per BIS
• BIS application and fee details

How to Get ISI Mark Certification for Storage Furniture: Step-by-Step Process

The BIS Certification Process is something that manufacturers must understand. A basic explanation of the same is given below:

• Identification of the Product: You can examine the list of items required by the BIS by logging in to the BIS website.
• Identify the Standard: To ascertain which IS is pertinent to the kinds of goods you produce
• Signing up: Provide BIS with information about your manufacturing facilities, such as your company name and product details.
• Documentation Preparation & Submission: Request for Certification. It is essential to present the required paperwork, including product specifications, test reports, and information on the production process. 
• Product Testing: A product sample is submitted to a BIS-approved lab for testing. You can carry out the testing in-house or at a different location if your laboratory has received BIS approval. An alternative would be to use a BIS lab.
• Factory Audit: A BIS-authorized official will visit your manufacturing facility to inspect production quality, machinery setup, and testing capabilities 
• Grant of Certificate: If a product meets the requirements of the IS standards, BIS will issue a certificate.
• Renewal: The duration of a certification is one to five years. Before the certification expires, a renewal request must be made.  

Check the BIS Certification process for Indian Manufacturers

Check BIS Certification for Foreign Manufacturers 

BIS Certification Timeline for Storage Units: How Long Does It Take?

The approximate timeline for acquiring BIS certification, according to the mandatory Furniture Quality Control Order, IS 17634:2022, specifically for Storage Units to use the ISI mark, is as follows:

• ISI Certification for Indian manufacturers, the lead time is 30-45 days.
• BIS FMCS certification for foreign manufacturers, it takes 120-180 days. 

Why Choose ERCS Private Limited for BIS Certification?

Verify that your product conforms to IS 17634. A broad network across several divisions has been built by ERCS Pvt. Ltd. to help ensure adherence to the open-ended wrench product. The industry can obtain BIS certifications by meeting certain requirements. With over 200 projects under their belts, our workforce has a wide range of industry relationships.

• Documentation: Because we understand the Indian Standard Specifications and BIS guidelines and interpret them for the Quality Control Personnel, we can accurately and effectively document your product in accordance with BIS regulations.
• Pre-Visit: You may purchase a pre-visit to your factory's grounds. The factory is inspected by a BIS-authorized official. There must be no non-conformities for the BIS inspection to be successful. With this goal in mind, our team will schedule a pre-visit to your industrial facility to perform the required modifications to eliminate sources of fallibility.
• Support for BIS audits: A BIS inspection will be conducted to walk you through the full procedure and outline what needs to be prepared and available for the inspection.

FAQs for Storage Units Certification under ISI Mark Scheme

Q1. Is BIS Certification Mandatory for Storage Units in India?

Ans. Yes, BIS Certification is now mandatory for storage units under the IS 17634. The Furniture QCO 2025 is fully enforced as of 14 February 2026 (14 August 2026 for MSEs) 

Q2. What is IS 17634:2022?

Ans. IS 17634:2022 is an Indian Standard specifying the performance and safety requirements for storage units.

Q3. To which types of storage units does IS 17634 apply?

Ans. The standard applies to completely manufactured/fabricated and Ready-to-assemble storage units.

Q4. What are the Tests carried out for BIS Certification of Storage Units?

Ans. Tests can include dimensional, surface performance, strength, durability, safety, and stability tests, depending on the product configuration.

Q5. Does BIS apply to furniture storage units in India?

Ans. Yes. IS 17634:2022 falls under the Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025, which is now fully in force (since 14 February 2026 and 14 August 2026 for MSEs). BIS certification and the ISI mark are mandatory for all storage units sold in India