New BIS Order Links Final Steel Product Certification to Input Material Standards

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has released a new directive establishing a critical link between final steel product BIS certification and the quality of input steel/base materials used in manufacturing. Under this order, BIS licence holders for final steel product categories must ensure their input materials conform to applicable Indian Standards. Key Requirements of the New BIS Order: • Licensed manufacturers must source input steel from BIS-licensed Indian Steel Producers (ISPs) or from suppliers whose steel meets applicable IS standards • Records of input material compliance must be maintained by the licence holder • BIS surveillance audits will now include verification of input material standards adherence Why This Matters: This order significantly tightens the quality assurance chain for steel products in India, ensuring that quality standards are applied not just to finished goods but throughout the supply chain. It also creates new compliance obligations for BIS-licensed steel product manufacturers. FGMS Recommendation: If you hold a BIS licence for any steel-based product, FGMS recommends an immediate review of your supply chain to verify input material compliance. Our team can assist with a comprehensive supply chain compliance audit.