UMSPCS provides hassle free BIS registration, CRS approval, ISI marking, and compliance support for Indian market exports in France.
BIS Certification Consultant in France
- Assistance for BIS Application Filing
- Local Co-ordination with BIS Authorities
- Clear Cost & Timeline Estimates
- Compliance Support after BIS Approval
- Complete Documentation Support
BIS Certification Consultant in France for Manufacturers Exporting to India - ISI, CRS & FMCS Services
- French manufacturers who export to India
- Brands that manufacture their products in France
- Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM)
- Manufacturers of electronic products
- Manufacturers of industrial equipment
- Manufacturers of construction material
- Manufacturers of consumer goods
- Manufacturers of steel & metals
Foreign manufacturers whose products come under compulsory BIS standards must seek certification prior to entering the Indian market.
1. BIS FMCS Certification for Foreign Manufacturers
This type of scheme is intended for foreign manufacturers wishing to export regulated products to India.
According to the FMCS scheme: The manufacturing process is evaluated Samples of products undergo testing Factories undergo inspections Quality management systems are evaluated
After that, the manufacturer gets permission to use the ISI mark.
FMCS is normally used for: Steel products Cement Chemicals Industrial products Domestic products Building materials Automotive parts Pressure vessels Consumer goods
According to the FMCS scheme:
After that, the manufacturer gets permission to use the ISI mark.
FMCS is normally used for:
2. BIS ISI Certification for Products Under QCO
Products that fall under the jurisdiction of the mandatory Quality Control Orders of the Government of India would need to comply.
with the following requirements: Indian Standard requirements Product testing Inspection of the factory premises License from BIS
After successful compliance, the products will bear the ISI mark indicating compliance with
Indian standards Such products include: Electrical goods Industrial products Building material Steel products Chemicals Pumps Valves Gas appliances Domestic products And many other 700+ categories
with the following requirements:
Indian standards Such products include:
3. BIS CRS for Electronic Products
The Compulsory Registration Scheme for Electronic Products is applicable mainly to electronic and IT products.
Registration by BIS is needed before exporting any electronic products to India.
Some common products under the BIS CRS scheme include: LED lighting products Chargers Mobile phones Smart Watches Tablets Printers UPS Audio-visual products Electronic control products Computer accessories And 74 other categories
BIS CRS for electronic products includes: Test from a BIS-approved laboratory Application filing Technical documentation Registration
Unlike FMCS, factory inspection is normally not required for CRS registration.
Some common products under the BIS CRS scheme include:
4. BIS Scheme-X Certification
Scheme-X was launched by the Government of India to control certain industrial products that involve considerable risk with respect to their safety, reliability, and quality. The products covered under Scheme-X shall be mandated to obtain BIS certification prior to importation, sale, or distribution within India.
For Scheme-X:Testing is done according to the relevant Indian Standard. Factories are inspected by BIS. Technical documents are examined. Factory inspection and audits are conducted, if necessary. Adherence to quality requirements is ensured.
Scheme-X typically covers selected industrial and machinery products that are notified from time to time by the Government of India. Prior to accessing the Indian market, manufacturers need to obtain the mandatory BIS license.
For Scheme-X:
5. WPC Approval for Wireless Products
Most electrical and telecommunication products working at wireless frequencies need to be cleared by the Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) Wing in the Department of Telecommunications for clearance in order to import and market their products in India.
Some of the typical products that would need clearance from WPC include: Wi-Fi products Bluetooth products Wireless keyboards and mice Smart watches Wireless cameras IoT devices Wireless Routers and Access Points Consumer electronics with RF capability
With regard to WPC clearance, it is necessary that the wireless products work within the prescribed frequencies.
For most products, WPC clearance would entail: Equipment Type Approval (ETA) Frequencies RF testing reports Import clearances
Some of the typical products that would need clearance from WPC include:
6. WMI Registration
Automobile manufacturers, trailer manufacturers, and certain types of vehicles exporting to India may need to register for World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI).
WMI is a universally accepted unique identifier that serves as the initial three digits in a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) that assists in identifying the manufacturer and country of origin of the vehicle.
The advantages of registering WMI are as follows: Identification of manufacturers across the world Conformity to automotive rules Generation of VIN numbers for vehicle tracking Approval from regulatory bodies Export and registration of vehicles
It is especially vital for manufacturers that deal with passenger cars, trucks, trailers, electric cars, and other specialised automotive parts to register their WMI.
The advantages of registering WMI are as follows:
Step 1: Application Preparation and Submission
The first step in the certification process involves preparation of the necessary documentation and submission of the BIS application. The documentation must be correct in order to ensure an easy process.
This step entails: Identification of the relevant IS Technical document preparation and examination Fill in the BIS application form Payment of the relevant fees Submission of the BIS application Issue with the application number Scrutiny of the application by the BIS authorities
This step entails:
Step 2: BIS Query Resolution
Depending on the review of the application, BIS can come up with questions relating to documentation, technical data, and compliance with other issues. All such questions need to be sorted out immediately to avoid unnecessary delays.
The steps involved include: BIS observations review Preparation of necessary clarification Providing additional documents, if any Contacting the BIS authorities Settlement of all compliance issues
The steps involved include:
Stage 3: Factory Inspection by BIS
As part of the FMCS process, BIS will perform an inspection of the factory that is located abroad.
Such inspections involve: Manufacturing facility Production processes Quality assurance systems Internal testing laboratory Calibration data Product quality control procedures
Such inspections involve:
Step 4: Product Sample Testing
Product samples are chosen and sealed during the factory audit process by officials from BIS.
Steps involved in this stage are: Choosing and sealing the product samples Sending them for testing in laboratories recognised by BIS Evaluating them according to the relevant Indian Standard Specifications Presenting the reports to BIS
Steps involved in this stage are:
Step 5: Grant of BIS Licence
The certificate license will be awarded to the organisation upon satisfactory results of factory inspection, testing, and evaluation.
The following steps are involved in this stage: Grant of BIS certificate licence Payment of the license fee and marking charge Grant of BIS certification Permitting the use of the ISI mark on certified products Exportation of certified products into India
The following steps are involved in this stage:
Step 6: Submission of Indemnity Bond and Performance Bank Guarantee
The foreign producers need to comply with certain conditions before they can be given the final license. These conditions should be fulfilled by the Authorised Indian Representative (AIR) of the foreign company.
These include: Executing an Indemnity bond by the AIR Filing a Performance Bank Guarantee (PBG) Completing compliance formalities Satisfying BIS regulation conditions
These include:
- Basic information about the manufacturing facility and the category of product
- Test report issued by a lab accredited by BIS/NABL as per the Indian standard
- Proof of ownership of manufacturing facility (Ownership deed/Utility Bill/any other proof)
- Trademark registration
- License and approval from statutory bodies
- Manufacturing design drawing/Block diagram
- Capacity to manufacture the product
- Raw material detail
- Detailed specification and list of manufacturing machinery
- Specification and list of manufacturing machinery
- Flow diagram for manufacturing process
- Type of packaging and packaging process
- A list of testing equipment, along with its calibration, is present in the manufacturing facility.
- Details of Quality Control staff members
- Process of disposal of non-conforming product
- Plan of Manufacturing Facility
- Letter of appointment for authorised Indian Representative (AIR)
- Documents of overseas factory (layout/machinery/QC setup)
- Undertaking and Affidavit in BIS format
| Particulars | Estimated Cost (Dollar) |
|---|---|
Application Fees (BIS) |
$12.00 |
Per Diem Expenses for Bis Officers- 3 Days |
$900.00 |
Charges for the Visit |
$466.66 |
Contingency Funds |
$111.11 |
Bis Charges- Travel/Visa etc. -Estimate |
$2173.00 |
Marking Fee (Min.) |
$2744.00 |
Sample Testing |
$400 to $3000 |
Total Bis Cost |
$6850.77 to $10000.77 |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Yes, BIS certification can be obtained by French manufacturers, depending on the applicable BIS scheme for the products being manufactured.
BIS certification is mandatory for certain products that come under Indian QCOs, in order to be imported and sold in India.
The timeline typically varies between 5 and 6 months, depending on several factors
Many electronic and IT products like LED lights, adapters, mobile phones, laptops, printers, and other electronic devices need BIS CRS registration in france.
