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BIS Certification Consultant for Electronic Musical Systems (200W & Above) Under IS 616:2017
Imagine yourself putting a lot of effort into developing an expensive electronic musical system and encountering problems with customs or distributors due to non-conformity to the mandatory requirements in India. That is one of the major issues faced by the manufacturers and importers who wish to operate on the Indian market.
If the electronic musical system you developed has the output power of 200W or more and falls into the category of products requiring compulsory registration with Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), you should be aware that you will have to acquire the certificate before you start selling your product in India.
Be it a manufacturer, an importer, an owner of the brand or a foreign company manufacturing its own electronic musical system - for all of you it is very important to know about BIS Certification for Electronic Musical System.
UMSPCS is here to help you with obtaining BIS Certification, providing you with full consultation.
What is BIS Certification for Electronic Musical Systems?
The BIS Certification of Electronic Musical Systems is offered through the process of the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) that is applicable for the goods notified by the Government of India. Electronic Musical Systems with output power 200 Watts and above need to be in accordance with the Indian Standard IS 616:2017, which is concerned with the safety specifications for audio/video and other electronic appliances.
The BIS Certification is granted by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the guidelines of the Electronics and Information Technology Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, which is formulated by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY).
The manufacturing of such goods in India becomes legally permissible only when the BIS CRS Certification is obtained and BIS Standard Mark & Registration Number is displayed on the product.
Why is BIS Certification Mandatory for Electronic Musical Systems?
Obtaining the BIS CRS certification for electronic products will be useful for:
- Ensuring consumer safety
- Removing electrical hazards
- Preventing fire
- Improving quality of products
- Increasing consumer confidence
- Ensuring standardization of manufacturing process
- Import control of non-complying products
- Creating fair competition in the market
Without getting the BIS registration, it will be difficult for notified products to enter into India.
Products Covered Under BIS Certification for Electronic Musical Systems
- Electronic Keyboard System
- Digital Piano System
- Professional Musical Amplifier System
- DJ Audio System
- Electronic Drum System
- High Power Music Console
- Professional Stage Audio System
- Audio Processing System
- Music Sound Reinforcement System
- Music Entertainment System
- Large Audio Mixer System
- High Power Speaker with Electronics System
Basic Compliance Requirements
- The product adheres to the standards of IS 616:2017
- Testing of the product is carried out in a BIS approved laboratory
- The technical documents are in place
- Quality control is maintained in the manufacturing plants
- Labeling of the product complies with the BIS marking requirements
- The design of the product is consistent with the test sample
Applicable Testing Requirements Under IS 616:2017
Some of the tests carried out are listed below:
- Tests for Electrical Safety: Tests related to insulation, protection against electric shock and electrical construction.
- Tests for Temperature Rise: It ensures that there will be no heating of the components when used.
- Tests for Leakage Current: Measures the leakage current to ensure safety of the user.
- Tests for Dielectric Strength: Testing of insulation with high voltage.
- Test for Mechanical Strength: It tests the mechanical strength of the product.
- Test for Abnormal Operation: Testing of product's safety during faulty operation or misuse.
- Test for Fire Hazards: Tests for resistance to over heating and fire hazard.
Step-by-Step Process for BIS Certification for Electronic Musical Systems
Step 1: Product Evaluation & Applicable IS Standard Identification
It will help you to:
Step 2: Testing of Your Product and Coordination with Laboratories
We provide the following services:
Step 3: Document Preparation and Compliance Verification
Step 4: BIS Application Filing & Regulatory Coordination
Step 5: BIS Registration and R-Number Assignment
Step 6: BIS Marking and Product Labelling Compliance
This comprises of:
Step 7: Renewal, Model Inclusion & Continued Compliance Services
These services include those related to:
Documents Required for BIS Certification
- Certificate of Business Registration – Proof that your firm has been registered for business.
- Product Description and Technical Specification – >Complete information regarding the product.
- Test Report – Generated by BIS approved laboratories for proof of compliance.
- Trademarks Certificate – Proof of trademarks (if any).
- Letter of Authorization – To be issued for the signatory/representative.
- AIR Document – Required in the event of foreign manufacturer appointing a representative in India.
Cost & Timeline of BIS Certification for Electronic Musical Systems
- Type of the product
- Number of models of the product
- Laboratory Testing cost
- Document complexity
- Government application fees
- Consultancy & compliance services
| Category | Total Cost (Excluding GST) |
|---|---|
| Indian Manufacturer | ₹55,000 + GST |
| Overseas Client | ₹90,000 + GST |
Each product has its own specifications, and depending on that, the cost of certification will differ in each case. The costs can be determined by UMSPCS once they analyze your product and see the need for certification for your product.
Time taken to certify a product depends on the readiness of the product, the success of the lab testing, and the accuracy of the documentation. This takes about 20 to 30 days.
Common Challenges Faced During BIS Certification
- Incorrect identification of the appropriate Indian Standard
- Inappropriate technical documentation
- Non-conformity of the product during laboratory test
- Delayed laboratory test report submission
- BIS application issues online
- Incorrect labeling of the product
- Lack of proper quality control documents
- Poor handling of queries from the BIS
Why Choose UMSPCS for BIS Certification?
- Product Applicability Assessment
- Coordination with BIS approved laboratories
- Documentation
- Online Application Submission
- Regulatory Advisory
- BIS Inquiry Management
- Special Service For Foreign Manufacturers
- Professional & Transparent Service
Conclusion
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, if the product falls under the BIS Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) notified category, the BIS certification will be mandatory.
For Electronic Musical Systems (200W & Above), the relevant standard will be IS 616:2017 as per the notification of BIS CRS.
The applicant could be the Indian Manufacturer, foreign manufacturer, OEM, brand owner, or contract manufacturer. In case of foreign manufacturer, an AIR (Authorized Indian Representative) will have to be appointed.
The time required for obtaining the BIS CRS will depend upon the testing, documentation, and process flow of BIS. In case the application has been submitted with the test reports, then the process will be quick.
Some common documents that will be required include laboratory test report, factory registration, technical specification sheet, photograph, circuit diagram, user manual, quality document, authorisation letter, etc.
UMSPCS can provide complete consultancy services to both Indian importers and international manufacturers in terms of AIR, documentation, application filing, etc.
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