Safety, performance, and quality criteria defined in Indian Standard IS 17681:2022 are guaranteed by the BIS certification for Bottled Water Dispensers. Manufacturers—domestic and foreign—that sell in India must have this accreditation. Application submission, document validation, factory inspection, product testing in labs certified by BIS, and certification issuing comprise the process. Foreign manufacturers must apply under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS). The BIS symbol promises safety and dependability of products. Implementation dates for compliance vary: July 1, 2024 (importers), October 1, 2024 (small manufacturers), January 1, 2025 (micro manufacturers). Compliance raises customer confidence and market credibility.
Bottled water dispensers
17681:2022Yes, BIS certification under IS 17681:2022 is mandatory for manufacturing, selling, or importing bottled water dispensers in India.
It involves application submission, document verification, factory inspection, product testing, and certification approval by BIS.
For domestic manufacturers: 60-65 days, and for foreign manufacturers: up to 180 days.
Yes, through the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) with an Authorized Indian Representative (AIR).
Costs include application fees, inspection charges, testing fees, and license fees, varying based on manufacturer type.
