BIS Amendment Order for Temperature sensing control devices

CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

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 (Temperature sensing control devices)

Temperature Sensing Control Devices

OVERVIEW

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. This order aligns with Indian Standard IS 10617:2018, which specifies Hermetic Compressors.

This amendment is effective immediately upon publication in the Official Gazette and introduces 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.

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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.

CONCERNED AUTHORITIES

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

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Attachment: Standard Amendment Order issued by Bureau of Indian Standards

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