Mandatory BIS Standard

ISI Mark for Metal & Alloys

Coming – order issued Phased from 2025Non-Ferrous Metals

Minimum marking fee per year: ₹9,200 – ₹89,000; Micro to large firms
Testing cost: ₹1,350 – ₹50,000; Based on 8 lab prices
HSN codes: 72071920, 74031100, 75021000; Check the code with customs

Metal and alloys BIS certification guarantees that goods satisfy designated Indian Standards for performance, quality, and safety. Mandatory for manufacturers who want to sell certified metal products in the Indian market.

Applicable Indian Standards for ISI Mark for Metal & Alloys

IS number	Product	Testing cost
IS 617:1994	Cast aluminium and its alloys – Ingots and castings for general engineering purposesHSN 72071920	₹1,350 – ₹20,0008 labs
IS 11890 : 1987	High purity primary aluminum ingot for remelting for special applicationsHSN 72071920	₹6,000 – ₹6,9002 labs
IS 6754:1972	Aluminum alloy ingots for remelting for general engineering purpose	—
IS 2590 : 1987	Primary aluminium ingots for remelting for general engineering purposeHSN 72071920	₹6,3001 lab
IS 4026 : 2023	Aluminum ingots billets and wire bars (EC GRADE)HSN 72071920	₹3,500 – ₹8,8003 labs
IS 191:2007	CopperHSN 74031100	₹2,000 – ₹50,0007 labs
IS 7506:1987	Nickel PowderHSN 75021000	—

Legal order: Aluminium & Aluminium Alloy Products QCO, 2024; effective phased 2025
Legal order: Copper Products QCO, 2024; effective phased 2025

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 617:1994	₹46,000	₹37,000	₹23,000	₹9,200	₹42.60 per tonne
IS 11890 : 1987	₹89,000	₹72,000	₹44,500	₹17,800	₹17 per tonne
IS 2590 : 1987	₹49,000	₹40,000	₹24,500	₹9,800	₹11 per tonne
IS 4026 : 2023	₹49,000	₹40,000	₹24,500	₹9,800	₹11 per tonne
IS 191:2007	₹86,000	₹69,000	₹43,000	₹17,200	₹36.60 per tonne
IS 7506:1987	₹66,000	₹53,000	₹33,000	₹13,200	₹130.50 per tonne

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 BIS certification for metals and alloys?

BIS certification ensures that metals and alloys comply with Indian Standards (IS) for quality, safety, and performance, allowing manufacturers to use the ISI mark.

How to apply for a BIS certification license?

Manufacturers must identify relevant IS codes, ensure compliance, submit an application via the BIS portal, undergo factory inspection, and pass product testing.

What are the costs involved?

Costs include application fees, inspection charges, testing fees, and license fees, varying by product and manufacturer size.

How long is the BIS license valid?

The BIS license is valid for one year and requires renewal based on continued compliance.

Why is BIS certification important?

It ensures quality, boosts customer trust, and is mandatory for many metal and alloy products in India.

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