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In today's competitive landscape, maintaining market presence without a certified, high-quality product can be challenging. Obtaining a BIS license may also be essential for selling products in the Indian market. To achieve BIS certification and ensure product quality, manufacturers must adhere to the specified Indian standards.
Let's delve deeper into IS 8047:2015 for white Portland cement.
IS 8042:2015 encompasses White Portland Cement, detailing its manufacturing process and stipulating the chemical and physical prerequisites.
Portland cement must be manufactured by finely grinding Portland cement clinker with an appropriate amount of natural or chemical gypsum to ensure compliance with this standard. During the grinding process, only gypsum, water, or a maximum of one percent air-entraining agents may be added.
When subjected to the designated testing methods, white Portland cement must adhere to the chemical and physical criteria outlined in the standard. Storage, sampling, testing, and rejection protocols must conform to the guidelines set forth in IS 269:1989 for 33 grade ordinary Portland cement. It is the manufacturer's responsibility to verify compliance with this standard. A well-maintained laboratory is essential for conducting the requisite tests as per the specified methods.
| Product Name | WHITE PORTLAND CEMENT |
| Applicable Indian Standard | IS 8042:2015 |
| Applicable Certification Scheme | Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2 |
| Compliance Requirement | Mandatory |
| QCO Link | Quality Control Order |
The specified tests must be conducted for white Portland cement.
Insoluble Residue
Loss of ignition
Fineness test
Setting time
Degree of whiteness
Compressive Strength
Transverse Strength Test
Packaging of White Portland Cement must adhere to the guidelines outlined in IS 8042:2015. Labeling and marking procedures must also comply with IS 8042:2015. The BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark) must be visibly imprinted on every bag or drum of White Portland Cement, or on its affixed label, ensuring that the content meets the specified standards. To utilize the standard mark (ISI Mark), the manufacturer is required to obtain a BIS license from the Bureau of Indian Standards. The issuance of this license is contingent upon a successful evaluation of manufacturing infrastructure, quality control and testing capabilities, and production processes.

| IS Number | Product Name |
|---|---|
| IS 1489 (PART 2) | PORTLAND POZZOLANA CEMENT |
| IS 16415:2015 | COMPOSITE CEMENT |
| IS 3466:1988 | MASONRY CEMENT |
| IS 12330 | SULPHATE RESISTING PORTLAND CEMENT |
| IS 1489 (PART 1): 2015 | PORTLAND POZZOLANA CEMENT |
| IS 12600 | LOW HEAT PORTLAND CEMENT |
| IS 269:2015 | ORDINARY PORTLAND CEMENT |
| IS 6452:1989 | HIGH ALUMINA CEMENT |
| IS 6909:1990 | SUPER SULPHATED CEMENT |
| IS 455:2015 | PORTLAND SLAG CEMENT |
| IS 8043:1991 | HYDROPHOBIC PORTLAND CEMENT |
| IS 8229:1986 | OIL WELL CEMENT |
| IS 15895:2011 | HIGH ALUMINA REFRACTORY CEMENT |
| IS 16993:2018 | MICROFINE ORDINARY PORTLAND CEMENT |
Acquiring a BIS license requires a comprehensive review of manufacturing infrastructure, quality control abilities, testing resources, and production procedures. This thorough assessment guarantees that products not only adhere to regulations but also prioritize consumer safety and reliability.
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BIS certification is essential because White Portland Cement is widely used in architectural, decorative, and structural applications where quality and appearance are critical. Certification ensures that manufacturers maintain consistent production quality, follow standardized testing procedures, and comply with Indian regulatory requirements, thereby protecting consumers and enhancing market credibility.
IS 8042:2015 defines the manufacturing method, permissible additives, chemical composition, physical properties, testing requirements, packaging norms, and marking guidelines for White Portland Cement. The standard ensures that cement produced under this specification achieves the required strength, fineness, setting time, and degree of whiteness suitable for aesthetic and structural applications.
For BIS certification, White Portland Cement must undergo a series of standardized tests to verify compliance with IS 8042:2015. These tests assess chemical stability, fineness, setting characteristics, whiteness, and mechanical strength to ensure the cement meets the prescribed quality benchmarks before approval.
IS 8042:2015 mandates that White Portland Cement must be packaged and labeled clearly with essential product information, including batch details and manufacturer identity. The BIS Standard Mark, also known as the ISI Mark, must be prominently displayed on each bag or container, confirming certified compliance.
The BIS certification process involves application submission, documentation review, factory inspection, sample testing in BIS-approved laboratories, and verification of quality control systems. Approval is granted only after BIS is satisfied that the product consistently meets IS 8042:2015 requirements.