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BIS QCO for Fibre Ropes of Polyester Polyolefin Dual Fibres

UMSPCS - BIS QCO for Fibre Ropes of Polyester Polyolefin Dual Fibres

Indian Standard Compliance

BIS Quality Control Order for Fibre Ropes of Polyester/Polyolefin Dual Fibres

Conformity Assessment & Regulatory Compliance

IS 11066:2022

1 April 2025

1 July 2025

Fibre ropes that comprise a mixture of polyester and polyolefin fibres can be used in places where strength, durability, flexibility, and great performance matter. Such ropes are made by joining polyester and polyolefin fibres together and are available in many different constructions usable in industrial and other spheres.

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) lays down requirements according to IS 17609:2021 - Fibre Ropes of Polyester/Polyolefin Dual Fibres. The document presents requirements for fibre ropes, which are made of polyester incorporated with polyolefin fibres and are a different type of rope; this is equivalent to ISO 10556:2009.

Adhering to the appropriate Indian Standard enables manufacturers to keep their product quality stable and to show that they comply with the relevant requirements for regulated fibre rope products.

Requirements of Quality Control Order

Fibre ropes made up of a combination of polyester and polyolefin fibres, which are covered by the Ropes and Cordages (Quality Control) Order, 2024, must comply with the relevant Indian Standard.

The government notification specifically includes Fibre Ropes made from a combination of Polyester and Polyolefin fibres - IS 17609:2021 - within the Ropes and Cordages QCO scheme. According to the Order, such products have to comply with the relevant Indian Standard and display the Standard Mark on the basis of a licence obtained from BIS, as provided in Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

The QCO will come into force on 1 April 2025, and for the particular category of manufacturer, the appropriate implementation provisions must be checked in accordance with the most recent government notification.

Any manufacturers, importers and other companies which are involved in products falling within the scope notified should meet the appropriate BIS certification requirements before they manufacture, import, supply or put the regulated products on the market.

Key Requirements for Fibre Ropes of Polyester/Polyolefin Dual Fibres

Important product characteristics under IS 17609:2021 may include:

  • Polyester and polyolefin fibre composition
  • Rope construction
  • Linear density
  • Rope diameter
  • Minimum breaking force
  • Breaking force in dry condition
  • Breaking force in wet condition
  • Rope designation
  • Applicable physical and dimensional characteristics
  • Marking requirements

The fibre ropes consisting of 3-strand hawser-laid, 8-strand braided or 12-strand braided constructions made from polyester in combination with polyolefin are covered by IS 17609:2021. The polyester part is specified as continuous multifilament, high-tenacity industrial polyester, and the polyolefin part may be made up of polypropylene or a mixture of polypropylene and polyethylene.

The precise requirements and criteria for acceptance must be established in accordance with the relevant provisions of IS 17609:2021 and the most recent BIS product requirements.

Uses of Fibre Ropes of Polyester/Polyolefin Dual Fibres

Fibre ropes composed of a mixture of polyester and polyolefin fibres are suitable for use in cases in which a combination of strength, flexibility, durability and resistance to environmental conditions is needed.

Depending on their construction and specifications, such ropes may be used in:

  • Marine applications
  • Agriculture
  • Construction
  • General industrial applications
  • Material handling and securing applications
  • Other applications covered by the product specifications

How suitable a particular rope is will depend on its construction, dimensions, breaking force and the purpose for which it is to be used. The standard ISO 10556:2009, on which IS 17609:2021 is based, lays down the requirements for 3-strand hawser-laid, 8-strand and 12-strand braided ropes.

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Conformity Assessment under BIS Certification

In cases where BIS certification is required, manufacturers have to carry out the relevant conformity assessment procedure, including product testing, documentation and a factory assessment if these are required.

Fibre ropes made up of a combination of polyester and polyolefin fibres and which fall within the scope of the QCO must display the Standard Mark pursuant to a licence issued by BIS in accordance with Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018; BIS is the certifying and enforcing authority for such products.

Significance of Conformity

Adhering to the relevant Indian Standard and QCO allows manufacturers to show that their fibre ropes satisfy the prescribed requirements with regard to construction, physical properties, and performance.

It also helps manufacturers to maintain consistent practices in terms of production and quality control and to comply with the regulatory requirements which apply to the products covered by the Ropes and Cordages QCO.

Timeline for BIS Certification

The time taken to secure BIS Certification for Fibre Ropes made from a combination of Polyester and Polyolefin fibres in accordance with IS 17609:2021 will depend on the documentation, product testing, factory assessment, and BIS processing.

As a general timeframe:

  • Indian Manufacturers: Approximately 30 days
  • Foreign Manufacturers: Approximately 180 days

The length of time actually taken will vary according to the complexity of the application, the laboratory testing schedules, the factory assessment requirements, and any questions or further explanations raised during the certification process.

Conclusion

Fibre ropes made up of a combination of polyester and polyolefin fibres are important items since strength, construction quality, durability and performance are essential for their specific applications, and IS 17609:2021 lays down the requirements for fibre ropes manufactured with polyester together with polyolefin fibres and includes various rope constructions.

Before they manufacture, import, supply, or market regulated fibre ropes, manufacturers, importers, and suppliers should keep in mind the relevant Indian Standard, Quality Control Order, and BIS conformity requirements.

If companies want the latest information on BIS standards, Quality Control Orders, certification procedures and other product compliance requirements, they can obtain professional regulatory and standards-related assistance from UMSPCS.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The fibre ropes consisting of a combination of polyester and polyolefin fibres are covered by IS 17609:2021, a standard that lays down the requirements for ropes made from polyester in combination with polyolefin fibres.

 

Yes, those products which are the subject of the Ropes and Cordages (Quality Control) Order, 2024 must comply with IS 17609:2021 and be marked with the Standard Mark under a BIS licence.

 

The standard includes fibre ropes made from polyester and polyolefin fibres in three-strand hawser-laid, eight-strand braided and twelve-strand braided forms.

 

The standard contains requirements concerning rope construction, designation, linear density, minimum breaking force, and other relevant physical characteristics.

 

The regulation set out in the Ropes and Cordages QCO of 2024 designates 1 April 2025 as the date when the fibre ropes made up of a polyester/polyolefin dual fibre composition compliant with IS 17609:2021 will come into force.

Foreign manufacturers who are eligible can apply under the relevant BIS certification framework and will also have to meet the extra requirements that apply to manufacturers based overseas.

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