Manufacturing and sales of asbestos or fibre cement-based products in India are required of certification by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). It guarantees conformity with Indian Standard (IS) codes including IS 2098:1997 (Asbestos Cement Building Boards), IS 1592:2003 (Asbestos Cement Pressure Pipes), and IS 14871:2000 (Fibre Reinforced Cement Products). The process encompasses application submission, document verification, factory inspection, product testing, and license approval. Manufacturers have to keep quality requirements and engage regular BIS monitoring following certification. The ISI mark on certified goods shows adherence to safety and performance criteria, so strengthening market credibility and regulatory compliance.
Corrugated and Semi – Corrugated Asbestos Cement Sheets
459:1992Asbestos Cement Pressure Pipes and Joints
1592:2003Asbestos Cement Flat Sheets
2096:1992Asbestos Cement Building Boards
2098:1997Asbestos – Cement Pipes and Fittings for Sewerage and Drainage
6908:1991Silica-Asbestos-Cement Flat Sheets
13000:1990Asbestos Cement Cable Conduits and Troughs
8870:1978Asbestos Cement Pressure Pipes (Light Duty)
9627:1980Shallow Corrugated Asbestos Cement Sheets
13008:1990Fibre Cement Flat Sheets
14862:2000Fibre Reinforced Cement Products – Long Corrugated or Asymmetrical Section Sheets and Fittings for Roofing and Cladding
14871:2000Yes, BIS certification is required to ensure compliance with Indian quality and safety standards.
Common IS codes include IS 2098:1997 (Building Boards), IS 1592:2003 (Pressure Pipes), and IS 14871:2000 (Fibre Cement Products).
Apply online via the Manakonline portal, submit documents, and undergo factory inspection and product testing.
Initially valid for one year, renewable upon compliance with BIS standards.
Maintain quality, conduct in-house testing, and comply with BIS surveillance audits regularly.
