BIS Certification for Hot Rolled Steel Plate (Up to 6 Mm) Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Low Pressure Liquefiable Gas Cylinders IS 6240
Category: BIS Certification
The BIS certification for IS 6240:2008 applies to hot rolled steel plates (up to 6 mm), sheets, and strips used in the manufacture of low pressure liquefiable gas cylinders in India. This Indian Standard defines the manufacturing requirements, chemical composition, mechanical properties, and testing criteria to ensure product safety, strength, and reliability. Compliance with IS 6240:2008 is essential for obtaining the BIS license and ISI mark, making it mandatory for manufacturers and suppliers operating in the Indian market. The standard includes key quality parameters such as chemical analysis, tensile strength, bend testing, strain ageing resistance, dimensional tolerances, and freedom from defects.
Overview of IS 6240 certification
Under section 14 of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 1986, the Ministry of Steel, consulting the Bureau of Indian Standards has issued the Steel and Steel Product List (Quality control order) according to the QCO, Product can’t be sold in the Indian Market without having BIS (ISI Mark) Certificate. As per the Quality control order, allthe manufacturers of Hot Rolled Steel Plate (up to 6 mm) Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Low Pressure Liquefiable Gas Cylinders are obligated to obtain ISI Mark.
Types of Hot Rolled Steel Plate, Sheet and Strip covered under IS 6240
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“Licence is granted to use Standard Mark on Hot Rolled Steel Plate (up to 6 mm) Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Low Pressure Liquefiable Gas Cylinders as per IS 6240: 2008”. |
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BIS Certification Procedure for Sheet and Strip
BIS Certification Process for Indian Manufacturers
BIS Certification Process for Foreign Manufacturers
Requisites to get the BIS license for Hot Rolled Steel Plate (up to 6 mm) Sheet and Strip
- Conformity of Raw Material as per IS 6240
- In-house testing laboratory for mandatory tests
- Competent Quality Control Personnel
Adherence to the BIS guidelines for Hot Rolled Steel Plate Sheet and Strip as per Indian standard IS 6240
- There are 3 major categories of document required to get the BIS license:
- Administrative Details
- Technical Details
- Quality Control Personnel Details
- Commercial Details
ISI certification Cost for hot-rolled steel sheets in India
Expenses involved in obtaining BIS certificate for Hot Rolled Steel Plate (up to 6 mm) Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Low Pressure Liquefiable Gas Cylinders as per IS 6240 under the Product Certification (Scheme-I) of BIS :
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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 from product to product and lab to lab.) |
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5. |
Minimum Advance Marking Fee |
As per the 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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Including all the taxes |
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- In the certification process, product testing is the most important stage as it determines whether the quality of the product meets Indian standards.
- For the same purpose, investments in testing facilities are required to install test equipment for internal factory test laboratories.
- Apart from charges mentioned above in the table, we may ask you to pay/reimbursement for a Pre-Visit at your Factory Premises to ensure the conformity of your product as per the relevant Indian Standard & BIS guidelines for its BIS certification.
Role of ERCS Private Limited in getting your product certified :
- To get BIS certification and produce a standard quality product, the manufacturer must ensure that their product must follow the specified Indian Standard Specifications (ISS) which we directly interpret to you from the BIS officials as per the Indian Standards.
- ERCS Private Limited will be your friend, philosopher and guide in the whole process of getting your product certified by the concerned authorities/ departments.
Scope of work by ERCS Private Limited:
- Ensuring the conformity of your product as per IS 6240
ERCS Pvt. Ltd. has developed a vast network within the Steel Industry & various BIS departments to assist for ensuring conformity of the product Hot Rolled Steel Plate (up to 6 mm) Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Low Pressure Liquefiable Gas Cylinders according to according to IS 6240.
- Effective documentation with the awareness of the BIS guidelines:
In order to facilitate the manufacturing industry in obtaining BIS certifications, guidelines have been developed. Our team has the experience of completing over 150 projects and technically competent acquaintances in various Industries.
We are familiar with the Indian Standard Specifications & BIS guidelines and deliver the most suitable interpretation to the Quality Control Personnel so we can do a reliable and effective documentation of your product in accordance with the BIS guidelines.
- A pre-visit can be paid at your factory premises:
In the process of getting BIS certification, the officer from BIS authority visits the factory for inspection. In order to get good results, the BIS inspection should go smoothly without any Non-Conformity. By keeping this goal in mind, our team will organize a pre-visit to your factory premises so that required changes can be made to remove the elements of fallibility.
- Assistance for BIS audits:
We will explain the whole procedure of conducting a BIS inspection and make you aware of the things which need to be prepared and readily available at the time of inspection.
BIS/ISI Certification Benefits for Sheet and Strip (up to 6 mm)
Benefits of getting ISI Mark for Hot Rolled Steel Plate (up to 6 mm) Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Low-Pressure Liquefiable Gas Cylinders to sell in the Indian Market with our help
- The term “ISI mark" means, that a certain product conforms to the quality standards set up by the government.
- It is compulsory for Hot Rolled Steel Plate (up to 6 mm) Sheet and Strip for the Manufacture of Low Pressure Liquefiable Gas Cylinders to obtain the ISI Mark and the violators are penalized with the material seize and a significant sum as a fine.
- Getting certification improves the probability of your product surviving and competing in the market.
- Customers have the tendency of buying ISI certified products as it ensured safety and standard quality. Hence, with the certified products, you can win the confidence and trust of the buyer.
- With the word of mouth of such client list, you can establish your credibility in the market.
- Hence with the renowned brand, you can raise the standard and benchmark the market value of the product.