The Ministry of Steel has released the Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024, under the authority granted by sections 16, 17, and sub-section (3) of section 25 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016). This Order replaces the Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2020, and takes effect upon its publication in the Official Gazette, except for activities conducted before this replacement.

According to this Order, which applies to steel and steel products, particularly the Low Nickel Austenitic Stainless-Steel Sheet and Strip for Utensils and Kitchen Appliances – Specification, domestically produced steel and steel products that meet alternative specifications requested by international purchasers for export purposes are exempted.

Every steel and steel product specified in this Order must comply with the corresponding Indian Standard 15997:2012 immediately upon implementation. Additionally, it must be accompanied by a Test Certificate featuring the Standard Mark issued by a manufacturer certified under the Bureau of Indian Standards.

Moreover, products meeting the specifications must display the Standard Mark under a license issued by the Bureau of Indian Standards as per Scheme – I of Schedule – II to the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

The Bureau of Indian Standards is appointed as the authority responsible for certifying and enforcing compliance with this Order.

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

Tel: +91-11-23231903

Email: ced@bis.org.in

Implementation Dates: 5th Feb, 2024