The BIS certification guarantees in India cookware, utensils, and cans for food and beverages their quality and safety. Under the Quality Control Order (QCO) 2024 firms must follow the Indian Standards (IS). Key IS codes are IS 13983:1994 (stainless steel sinks), IS 9396:1988 (tinplate food cans), IS 1660:2009 (aluminium utensils), IS 14756:2022 (stainless steel cookware), and IS 14407: 1996 (aluminium beverage cans). Manufacturers have to apply for a BIS licence, have factory inspections, and satisfy product testing criteria. Certification dates range from April 1, 2025 (big firms), July 1, 2025 (small), October 1, 2025 (micro).