Mandatory BIS Standard
ISI Mark for Laboratory Glassware
- Minimum marking fee per year
- ₹10,000 – ₹56,000
- Micro to large firms
- Testing cost
- ₹9,400 – ₹15,000
- Based on 3 lab prices
- HSN code
- 70171000
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BIS accreditation for laboratory glassware guarantees conformity with Indian quality and safety criteria. Products including measuring cylinders, flasks, and beakers require certification under IS 1388 and related IS standards.
Applicable Indian Standards for ISI Mark for Laboratory Glassware
| IS number | Product | Testing cost |
|---|---|---|
| IS 878 :2008 | Laboratory glassware – Graduated measuring cylinders | ₹9,400 – ₹9,5003 labs |
| IS 915:2012 | Laboratory glassware – One – Mark volumetric flasks | ₹9,800 – ₹12,0003 labs |
| IS 1381 (Part 1):2003 | Laboratory glassware – Narrow-necked boiling flasks | ₹9,500 – ₹11,0002 labs |
| IS 1117:2018 | Laboratory glassware – Single volume pipettes | ₹13,450 – ₹15,0002 labs |
| IS 2619:2018 | Glass beakers | ₹10,000 – ₹12,5002 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.
| IS number | Large | Medium | Small | Micro | Unit rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 878 :2008 | ₹56,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹11,200 | ₹1.10 per 100 pieces |
| IS 915:2012 | ₹52,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹10,400 | ₹1.05 per flask |
| IS 1381 (Part 1):2003 | ₹50,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹0.25 per piece |
| IS 1117:2018 | ₹53,000 | ₹43,000 | ₹26,500 | ₹10,600 | ₹13.80 per 100 pieces |
| IS 2619:2018 | ₹55,000 | ₹44,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹0.16 per piece |
- 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
What is BIS certification for laboratory glassware?
BIS certification ensures laboratory glassware meets Indian Standards for quality, safety, and performance, allowing the use of the ISI mark.
Which standards apply to laboratory glassware?
Common standards include IS 1381, IS 1117, IS 2619, and others, covering flasks, beakers, cylinders, and pipettes.
Is BIS certification mandatory for laboratory glassware?
Yes, as per Quality Control Orders (QCOs), BIS certification is compulsory for specified laboratory glassware products in India.
What happens if a product fails BIS testing?
The manufacturer must rectify non-compliance, reapply, and pass retesting to receive certification.
Can foreign manufacturers apply for BIS certification?
Yes, through the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) with an authorized Indian representative.
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