BIS Registration (CRS) for Bluetooth Speakers – IS 616

Bluetooth speakers have become an integral part of our everyday life with their incredibly portable nature, ease of use, ability to listen to music and make hands-free calls or stream music (from the internet) at home or away, etc. Before selling Bluetooth speakers in India, one must comply with specific performance and safety requirements as laid out by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the BIS registration of Bluetooth speakers become mandaotry. Bluetooth speakers are required to obtain BIS Mark under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) IS 616 (Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus Safety Requirements) before they can be sold in India.

As of October 1st, 2021, this is a mandate that must be adhered to by manufacturers and importers of electrical and fire safety products. All specifications provide the necessary performance and safety parameters needed to ensure that Bluetooth speakers are safe from electrical shock, overheating, and fire, and are therefore safely and reliably used.

Key Specifications of Bluetooth speakers

Bluetooth Speakers are wireless audio solutions that transmit audio from a smartphone, tablet, or other compatible device using Bluetooth technology. They are widely used because of their portability and convenience, allowing users to enjoy music, podcasts, and other audio content without being bound to a wired audio solution.

The BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) for Bluetooth speakers states that all electronic devices, including Bluetooth speakers, must meet certain essential safety and quality requirements. This registration is compulsory for all manufacturers and importers who want to sell Bluetooth speakers in India.
 

Key Highlights of IS 616 Bluetooth speakers under CRS Registration

The Indian Standard emphasizes electrical safety, protection against electric shock, overheating, and fire hazards, ensuring the validity of the standard through testing. Let’s discuss the key points mentioned in IS 616:

• Safety Requirements: The product should not pose any danger of electric shock, fire, or hazardous radiation.
• Electrical Insulation: Adequate insulation to ensure that no accessible part becomes live (Class II/Class III construction).
• Thermal/Fire Safety: The component should be resistant to heat and prevent the spread of fire, including enclosure testing.
• Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC): The product should comply with electromagnetic interference norms.
• Component Compliance: The product should have critical components such as adapters, batteries, and switches, with their own BIS certification or safety standards.
• Power Supply: The product should be safe to use with a voltage of up to AC or DC.

Benefits of BIS Registration for Bluetooth Speakers

The BIS Registration of Bluetooth Speakers offers the following advantages: 

• Mandatory Legal Compliance: BIS registration is mandatory for the sale of Bluetooth speakers in India, and it helps the manufacturer to stay away from penalties, import restrictions, and confiscation of goods.
• Improved Customer Trust & Brand Positioning: The BIS registration is a mandatory mark that ensures the product satisfies the toughest requirements of safety and performance (IS 616:2017), thus improving customer trust and brand positioning.
• Safety & Security: It safeguards customers against possible electrical dangers like over-voltage, fires, and low-quality components.
• Market Entry & Growth: It serves as a passport to the Indian market, making it easy for the sale of goods on e-commerce sites as well as in retail stores, as only certified products are allowed for sale.
• Competitive Advantage: The products get a competitive edge in the marketplace, and the manufacturer gets an edge over other products that are not certified.

Document required for BIS registration under IS 616 in India

Before applying for BIS Registration under IS 616, manufacturers must make sure that they have a list of documents. This will help them avoid any kind of delay or rejection. Below, we have listed the most important documents required: 

• Filled CDF/CCL form
• Filled out the BIS application form
• Business License of the manufacturing unit (English Translation + Local Language)
• Scope of Business License (English Translation + Local Language)
• ISO certificate of the manufacturer
• Marking Label/ Details of Marking on the product
• Authorization letter (If the signatory person is other than the head of the manufacturing)
• Trade Mark Certificate
• Trademark Authorization Letter (If TM is owned by someone other than the manufacturer)
• Authorized Indian Representative Company registration proof in INDIA (in case of a foreign manufacturer)
• Photo ID of Authorized Indian Representative/ Authorized Signatory
• Technical Specification Sheet of Product/User Manual

Applicable Test Parameters for Bluetooth speakers IS 616 

The BIS recognized laboratories perform a variety of applicable test parameters and requirements. The following are the respective test parameters for electrical equipment:

• Protection From Electric Shock: Check that live elements are inaccessible and properly insulated.
• Insulation Resistance and Dielectric Strength: Test that insulation is intact so as not to create a short circuit.
• Fault Condition Tests (Unusual Operations): Test the equipment under unusual conditions, such as overheating, so that they do not create a fire hazard.
• Creepage and Clearance Distance: Measure the distance between conductive materials to avoid tracking or arcing.
• Temperature Rise: Verify that equipment, especially batteries and chargers, temperatures do not exceed safe limits during operation and charging.
• Flame Resistance Tests: Verify that materials used are flame-resistant and do not continue a fire.
• Thermal and Environmental Testing: Test the durability of the equipment at all temperature and humidity extremes.

Process of BIS CRS Certification of Bluetooth speakers IS 616 in India

The BIS Registration process differs for both Indian and foreign manufacturers. All the steps for registering under the BIS CRS are as follows:   

a) The following steps need to be taken for Foreign Manufacturers for registration with BIS-CRS:  

• Nominating an Indian representative who will represent the foreign manufacturer in India;  
• Registered an account on the BIS portal.  
• Complete online application form;  
• Submit the test report of the sample tested at a BIS-approved lab to the BIS portal.  
• Submit payment/complete the application process;  
• BIS will review the application.  
• If no questions were raised during the review process, BIS will issue the license

b). The following steps need to be taken for registration from a domestic manufacturer's perspective:  

• Registered an account on the BIS portal.  
• Complete online application form;  
• Submit the test report of the sample tested at a BIS-approved lab to the BIS portal.  
• Submit payment/complete the application process;  
• BIS will review the application.  
• If no questions were raised during the review process, BIS will issue the license.

Checklist of Points for Obtaining BIS Registration of Bluetooth speakers

List of Important Points to consider for BIS Registration India of Bluetooth Speaker under IS 616:

• Select a Testing Laboratory that is Approved by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and a Qualified Testing Service Provider.
• When choosing the Testing Laboratory for a Sample Test, ensure that the Laboratory has a Current Valid License and that it is Not Under Suspended License for any reason that you are aware of.
• All Documents must be signed off by the Manufacturer, Brand Owner, and the Local Authorized Indian Representative.
• A completed 'Design Data Form' (CDF) must have correct entries for the product, and there must be Correct Information Listed Regarding the Components of the Product as it appears on the 'Critical Components List' (CCL).
• The Testing Report Is Valid For (90) Days or (3) Months for submission to both BIS and for any other use thereafter.
• All Documents To Be Prepared Before Testing Samples at The Test Lab.
• A manufacturer of a product who obtains an Approval can use the Use of the Standard Mark, which Is Required for Legal Sales, when importing or Exporting from India.
• The Registration is Valid Until Expiration Date Or Re-Registration.

BIS CRS Registration Fees in India for IS 616

The fees for BIS registration of the Bluetooth speakers IS 616 are given below:

Why Choose ERCS Private Limited as the Best BIS Consultant for BIS Registration of IS 616? 

Want to enter the Indian market with your smart speakers without any delays? Let ERCS Private Limited help you and get your BIS Registration done correctly, efficiently, and on time. ERCS Private Limited is the Best BIS consultant in IS 616 registration for Bluetooth speakers, providing comprehensive assistance for CRS certification. They help you achieve fast and trustworthy compliance as a manufacturer by handling paperwork, BIS-recognised lab testing, and AIR services, thus ultimately eliminating the chances of rejection and delays.

• Fast & Hassle-Free Approvals: We assist you in completing the entire process to help you enter the Indian market quickly.
• Complete Documentation Handling: From CDF/CCL to trademark and AIR documentation, we handle everything end-to-end.
• Zero-Error Compliance Strategy: Full compliance with the regulations published by the Bureau of Indian Standards under IS 616.
• Smooth Lab Testing Coordination: We reduce the chances of retesting by conducting pre-compliance technical assessments.
• Support for Global Manufacturers: Easy assistance for international brands through Authorized Indian Representative services.
• Quick Query Resolution: Follow-ups are done to ensure faster BIS approvals.
• Post-Registration Support: Assistance with BIS marking, renewals, and future compliance.