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Date 11th February, 2025 Place: New Delhi Dear Reader, Key update regarding the Indian Standard applicable to current license holders, new applicants, manufacturers, importers, and product sellers for the Air Conditioner and its Related Parts, Hermetic Compressor and Temperature Sensing Controls (Room Air Conditioners- Specification Part 1 Unitary Air Conditioners) (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2025. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued the Quality Control Amendment Order, 2025, covering Air Conditioners, Hermetic Compressors, Temperature Sensing Controls, and Related Parts. As per Indian Standard IS 1391 (Part 1): 2017, this order applies to Room Air Conditioners – Specification Part 1: Unitary Air Conditioners. This amendment takes effect immediately upon publication in the Official Gazette and includes the following key provisions: Exemptions & Special Provisions Hermetic Compressors Over 7000 W (2 TR) Capacity:Exempted for one year. Research & Development Imports: Manufacturers can import up to 200 units annually for R&D purposes, provided these are not sold commercially. Pre-Amendment Stock: Air conditioners and related parts manufactured or imported before the amendment’s commencement may be sold until March 31, 2024, subject to a declaration to the Bureau. Sales & Maintenance Allowance: Certified manufacturers can sell up to 6,000 hermetic compressors and heat exchangers annually for maintenance and sales for three years, with a declaration requirement. Export-Oriented Exemption: Hermetic compressors and heat exchangers imported for export-focused manufacturing are exempt, as specified in the export order. QCO Order New AMENDMENT Order New These provisions are designed to support industry compliance while fostering research, innovation, and global trade in air conditioning, refrigeration equipment, and related components. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) will act as the certifying and enforcement authority for stainless steel seamless pipes and tubes intended for general use. Anyone found in violation of this Order will be subject to penalties as per the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. Bureau of Indian Standards Manak Bhawan 9, B.S. Zafar Marg, New Delhi - 110002 Tel: +91-11-23231903 Email: mtd@bis.org.in Implementation Dates: 11th February, 2025 For any query on this Update, write us at cs@absoluteveritas.com For more details visit: Absolute Veritas Attachment: Standard Amendment Order issued by Bureau of Indian Standards Disclaimer: The details shared in this update are for informational purposes exclusively. Readers are advised to seek formal legal counsel before taking any action based on the information provided here. © 2024, Absolute Veritas. All Rights ReservedBIS Amendment Order for Room Air Conditioners- Specification Part 1 Unitary Air Conditioners
CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
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Attachment1: QCO ORDER
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Attachment2: AMENDMENT ORDER
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