Mandatory BIS Standard

ISI Mark for Domestic Water Heaters for use with LPG

Mandatory

Minimum marking fee per year: ₹19,000 – ₹95,000; Micro to large firms
Testing cost: ₹12,500 – ₹15,600; Based on 3 lab prices
HSN code: 84191110; Check the code with customs

BIS license for LPG-powered domestic water heaters requires following IS 15558 under the ISI Mark Certification Scheme. The process entails application, product testing, factory inspection, and license grant.

Applicable Indian Standards for ISI Mark for Domestic Water Heaters for use with LPG

IS number	Product	Testing cost
IS 15558	Instantaneous Domestic Water Heater for use with Liquefied Petroleum Gas	₹12,500 – ₹15,6003 labs

Minimum marking fee by firm size

You pay BIS a minimum marking fee every year. Micro, small and medium firms (with Udyam registration) pay less. BIS also works out a fee from the unit rate and your production. You pay whichever amount is higher.

Large firms: ₹95,000
Medium firms: ₹76,000
Small firms: ₹47,500
Micro firms: ₹19,000

Unit rate: ₹2 per piece

Other BIS charges: ₹9,000 for every ISI mark product: application charge ₹1,000 · licence fee ₹1,000 · audit charges ₹7,000
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All prices are a guide only and do not include GST. Rules and dates can change, so check the latest notice before you apply. Ask us for an up-to-date quote.

Common questions

What is the tariff code for gas water heaters?

The tariff code for gas water heaters is 8419.11.00 under the HS Code system, covering instantaneous gas water heaters. Always check local customs regulations for updates.

IS 15558:2005?

IS 15558:2005 is the Indian Standard for LPG water heaters, specifying safety, performance, and material requirements for domestic gas-operated water heaters in India.

Do gas water heaters have elements?

No, gas water heaters use a burner and heat exchanger instead of electric elements. The gas burner heats the water as it flows through the unit.

What is the HS code for an LPG gas heater?

he HS Code for an LPG gas heater is 7321.11.90, covering gas-operated heating appliances, including LPG-based water heaters.

What is the HS code for a water heater tank?

The HS Code for a water heater tank is 8516.10.00, covering electric storage water heaters and related components. Gas models may fall under different codes.

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