BIS QCO FOR THE PROTECTIVE TEXTILES (POUCH FOR AMMUNITION AND GRENADES MADE OF DISRUPTIVE PATTERN NYLON-66)

Date: 24th May, 2023

Place: New Delhi

Dear Reader,

We have crucial announcement concerning the Indian Standard for Protective Textiles (Pouch for ammunition and grenades made of disruptive pattern nylon-66) (Quality Control) Order, 2023, impacting all current license holders, new applicants, manufacturers, importers, and product sellers.

BIS QCO for the Protective Textiles (Pouch for ammunition and grenades made of disruptive pattern nylon-66)

OVERVIEW

The Ministry of Textiles has introduced the "Protective Textiles (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2022," slated to take effect from October 7, 2023. This amendment aims to improve and refine the current regulatory framework for ensuring quality control of protective textiles, ensuring ongoing compliance with elevated industry standards.

This directive is formulated to oversee the quality standards for products or items, specifically pouches for ammunition and grenades made of disruptive pattern nylon-66, with the exception of those intended for export.

Adhering to the specified standards, the products or items, as defined in IS 16726:2018 (Textiles - Pouch for ammunition and grenades made of disruptive pattern nylon-66 - Specification), must meet the corresponding Indian Standard and display the Standard Mark. Manufacturers must acquire a license from the Bureau, adhering to Scheme-I of Schedule-II to the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

The Bureau is appointed as both the certifying and enforcing body for the designated products or items, specifically pouches for ammunition and grenades made of disruptive pattern nylon-66.

Any individual discovered to be in breach of this order will be subject to penalties as per the stipulations outlined in the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016).

This regulatory framework aims to guarantee the safety and quality of Protective Textiles, particularly pouches for ammunition and grenades made of disruptive pattern nylon-66, available in the market. It emphasizes the importance of adhering to established standards for the benefit of both consumers and industry stakeholders.

Implementation Authority :Bureau of Indian Standards (Govt. of India)

CONCERNED AUTHORITIES

Bureau of Indian Standards Manak Bhawan 9, B.S. Zafar Marg, New Delhi - 110002

Tel: +91-11-23231903

Email: txd@bis.org.in

Implementation Dates: 7th October 2023

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Attachment: Standard Amendment Order issued by Bureau of Indian Standards

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