Mandatory BIS Standard
ISI Mark for Batteries Manufacturer
- Minimum marking fee per year
- ₹9,200 – ₹46,000
- Micro to large firms
- Testing cost
- ₹12,500 – ₹1,00,000
- Based on 4 lab prices
- HSN code
- 85072000
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Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) requires multi-purpose dry battery producers to receive ISI certification to verify product safety, quality, and compliance with IS 8501 and related battery standards.
Applicable Indian Standards for ISI Mark for Batteries Manufacturer
| IS number | Product | Testing cost |
|---|---|---|
| IS 8144 | Multi-Purpose dry batteries | ₹12,500 – ₹1,00,0004 labs |
- Legal order: Multi-Purpose Dry Batteries - SO 516(E) 25.05.1987
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
- ₹46,000
- Medium firms
- ₹37,000
- Small firms
- ₹23,000
- Micro firms
- ₹9,200
Unit rate: ₹1.75 per 1,000 pieces
- Other BIS charges
- ₹9,000 for every ISI mark product: application charge ₹1,000 · licence fee ₹1,000 · audit charges ₹7,000
- Foreign manufacturers
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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
How to get a BIS certificate for a battery?
Manufacturers must apply through the BIS portal, submit product samples to a BIS-approved lab for testing, and comply with IS 8144:2018 standards before receiving certification.
What is IS 8144:2018?
IS 8144:2018 is the Indian standard specifying quality and safety requirements for general-purpose dry batteries, including zinc-carbon and alkaline batteries, under BIS regulations.
What certificate is required for a lithium-ion battery?
Lithium-ion batteries require BIS CRS certification under IS 16046-2:2018 and UN38.3 certification for transport safety, ensuring compliance with performance and safety regulations.
Is BIS required for lithium batteries?
Yes, BIS certification is mandatory for lithium-ion and lithium primary batteries under IS 16046-1:2018 and IS 16046-2:2018 to ensure safety and quality standards.
What is an MSDS certificate for a battery?
The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provides crucial information about a battery’s chemical composition, hazards, handling, and safety precautions for transportation and storage.
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