How Can Italian Manufacturers Obtain BIS Certification in India?
Italy has a strong name in machinery, electronics, lighting, auto components, steel products and home appliances. India is a big market for all of these, and many Italian companies are looking at it seriously. But there's a catch. Before your goods can be sold or even cleared at an Indian port, many of them need a licence from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). So how do Italian Manufacturers Obtain BIS Certification in India without losing months to confusion? Let's walk through it the way a consultant would explain it across a table. Why BIS Certification Matters for Italian Exporters BIS is India's national standards body. Under various Quality Control Orders (QCOs), a long list of products must carry the ISI mark or be registered under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) before they are imported, stored or sold in the country. If your product falls under a QCO and you ship without a licence, customs can hold the consignment, and in some cases it can be sent ba...