IS 5557 (Part 2) covers the standards for all rubber gum boots and ankle boots. This standard outlines the manufacturing processes, chemical and physical requirements, and testing procedures for these types of footwear. It specifies the quality parameters and characteristics that all rubber gum boots and ankle boots must meet to ensure they adhere to the required standards.

Tests

Required Tests for All Rubber Gum Boots And Ankle Boots.

• Size and Fittings

• Tear Strength

• Abrasion Resistance

• Coated Binding Material

• Hardness

• Change in initial hardness after accelerated ageing at 100±20 C

• Tensile strength

• Thickness

• Flexing Resistance

• Interlayer Bond strength

• Resistance to Hot Contact- Outsole/Heel and upper

• Leak Proof Test

• Height of Upper

• Adhesion Test for Rubberized textile upper

• Interlayer Bond strength

• Resistance to Fuel oil

How to Obtain a BIS License for All Rubber Gum Boots And Ankle Boots

To obtain a BIS license for all rubber gum boots and ankle boots, the following requisites must be fulfilled:

• Raw Material Conformity: Ensure raw materials comply with the specifications outlined in IS 5557 (Part 2).

• In-House Testing Laboratory: Maintain a laboratory equipped for conducting mandatory tests as specified in the standard.

• Qualified Quality Control Personnel: Employ skilled personnel for effective quality control.

• Compliance with BIS Guidelines: Adhere to BIS guidelines for all rubber gum boots and ankle boots as per Indian Standard IS 5557 (Part 2).

Additionally, obtaining a BIS license requires the submission of three major categories of documents:

• Administrative Details

• Technical Details

• Quality Control Personnel Details

• Commercial Details

PROCESS FOR BIS ISI MARK CERTIFICATION