ISI / BIS Certification for Domestic Stainless steel vacuum flask/bottle

Home vacuum flasks and bottles made of stainless steel are becoming commonplace in homes all over the world because of their remarkable insulating qualities and capacity to maintain a temperature for prolonged periods of time. Most of the time, these bottles are made from premium stainless steel, which guarantees their longevity and protects the integrity of the liquids within by resisting rust and odors. Domestic stainless steel vacuum flasks are notable for having two walls with a vacuum-sealed layer sandwiched in between. With this design, heat transmission is effectively reduced, preventing heat from hot drinks from escaping or heat from the outside from entering cold drinks. Because of this, these flasks are perfect for keeping drinks at the perfect temperature, whether it a steaming hot cup of coffee in the morning while driving to a cool, refreshing iced drink on a hot summer day.

The Indian Standard IS 17526:2021 lays out specifications for household vacuum flasks or bottles made of stainless steel. In order to ensure that the beverages held in vacuum flasks are safe to consume, producers must develop vacuum flasks that satisfy strict quality and safety standards, which is made possible by compliance with IS 17526:2021. Following these guidelines guarantees that the vacuum flasks are made to efficiently maintain the intended temperature, protecting the beverages' freshness and quality. Manufacturers who follow these guidelines lower their risk of legal problems and liabilities by ensuring that their goods meet food safety rules.

Note: It is mandatory for manufacturers of vacuum flasks or bottles made of stainless steel meant for home use to get the ISI Mark Certification.

In order to maintain the freshness of beverages and keep them hot or cold, ISI certification is an essential guarantee of the quality, safety, and functionality of these common home goods. It means that these items have passed extensive testing and meet the strict standards established by the BIS, which are designed to assess their functionality, robustness, and safety. By meeting the required criteria, this certification guarantees that the materials used to manufacture the flasks or bottles are free of hazardous contaminants that may seep into the beverages they are storing.

About ISI / BIS Certification

Indian Standards Institute, or ISI was renamed the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in 1987. The official mark that the Bureau of Indian Standards provides for manufacturers of various goods is the ISI Mark. It is used to indicate compliance with Indian standards (IS) set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and has been used as a conformity marking for industrial products. Manufacturers received permission from BIS to use the ISI Mark on items that comply with relevant Indian requirements through the product certification program. 

Only manufacturers (domestic or foreign) who produce the finished product will be awarded ISI Certification. This will not be given to any product importers, traders, dealers, or distributors.

Documents Required for ISI / BIS Certification

The following documentation is required to get an ISI certification:

• Main Application Form V
• Address Proof of Manufacturing Unit
• Details of Manufacturing Process
• Test Report of products

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Process of ISI / BIS Certification

There are two approaches for Indian manufacturers to become certified with the ISI Mark:

• Regular Procedure
• Simplified Procedure 

Regular Procedure

With the possible exception of cases deemed "All India first," which might take up to 180 days, the licensing procedure is expected to be finished in 120 days. This timeline starts on the day the application is received, assuming that at different points in time the documentation, unit assessment, and product conformance are all deemed acceptable.

Step 1: Manufacturing Unit Customization in Compliance with Applicable Indian Standards

• Identifying the applicable Indian Standard
• Establishing in-house testing facilities as per the Standard's requirements

Step 2: Submission of the Application Form

• Preparing an Internal Test Report for the product by the relevant Indian Standard
• Compiling all necessary documents
• Completing the Online Application Form
• Online payment of application fees directly to BIS
• Submitting hard copies of the Application Form with all enclosures to the relevant Branch Office (BO) of BIS

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Simplified Procedure

This is a much faster process than the standard procedure. After a factory inspection is deemed satisfactory and the initial evaluation establishes that the sample complies with the applicable Indian Standard(s), the license application process is expected to be finished in 30 days.

Step 1: Adapting the Manufacturing Unit to Comply with the Relevant Indian Standard

• Identifying the applicable Indian Standard
• Establishing in-house testing facilities to meet the Standard's requirements

Step 2: Sample Testing

• Obtaining the necessary certificate for raw materials (Material Test Certificate - MTC)
• Conducting product sample testing at a BIS-recognized testing laboratory

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ISI Mark Certification Process for Foreign Manufacturers

The process of obtaining ISI Mark Certification for Foreign Manufacturers typically includes the following steps:

Step 1: Application

• Compile all the required documents.
• Submit the documents along with the Application Fee.
• An Application Number will be allotted.
• Scrutiny of the Application will be conducted within a specified time frame.​

Step 2: Query Raised (If Any)

• If any documents are missing or there is non-compliance, you will be informed.
• You need to submit a reply within the given timeframe.

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