Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products
Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock for General Engineering Purposes
Strategic Recommendations for Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock IS 740:1977
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Audit rivet stock specifications, production, and packaging for compliance with IS 740:1977.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 740:1977 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock for General Engineering Purposes |
| Quality Control Order | Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 2021(E), dated 5 May 2025 Corrigendum: S.O. 2682(E), dated 16 June 2025 Corrigendum: S.O. 2683(E), dated 16 June 2025 Supersedes: QCO 2024 (S.O. 4696(E), dated 25 Oct 2024) and QCO 2023 (S.O. 4241(E), dated 27 Sep 2023) |
| Final Enforcement Date | General (other than MSMEs): 1 October 2025 Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026 Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, strength, and durability of wrought aluminium rivet stock used in general engineering, mandating BIS certification under IS 740:1977. |
| Products Covered | Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock used for fasteners in engineering and structural applications. |
| Exemptions | - Products meant exclusively for export. - Imports up to 200 kg per year for R&D (not for sale, to be scrapped after use). |
| Industries Impacted | Engineering & Fabrication Industry, Fastener Manufacturers, Automotive & Structural Component Producers. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS certification under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018; ISI marking required. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete testing in BIS-approved labs, update packaging with ISI mark, declare non-marked stock if applicable. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016. Certification and enforcement by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of non-compliant goods, suspension or cancellation of license, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years, or both. |
| Conclusion | From October 2025, BIS certification is mandatory for rivet stock under IS 740:1977. The 2025 QCO strengthens quality assurance in fastening materials for engineering purposes. |
| References / Annexures | QCO 2025: S.O. 2021(E) [5 May 2025] Corrigendum: S.O. 2682(E) [16 June 2025] Corrigendum: S.O. 2683(E) [16 June 2025] Superseded QCO 2024: S.O. 4696(E) [25 Oct 2024] Superseded QCO 2023: S.O. 4241(E) [27 Sep 2023] |
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Notification
 Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock (IS 740:1977) has been notified under the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025, via S.O. 2021(E) dated 5 May 2025. This Order supersedes QCOs of 2023 and 2024. Corrigendum S.O. 2682(E) (16 June 2025) corrected IS references, and Corrigendum S.O. 2683(E) (16 June 2025) revised MSME compliance timelines.
Enforcement Timeline
- General (large & medium enterprises): 1 October 2025
- Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026
- Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026
Overview
 IS 740:1977 specifies requirements for wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock used for fastener production in general engineering. These materials must meet strength, ductility, and corrosion resistance requirements for safe use in structural and industrial applications.
Objective & Scope
 The standard ensures rivet stock meets essential performance benchmarks, including alloy composition, mechanical properties, and consistency, to guarantee safety and reliability.
Products Covered
 Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock for general engineering applications.
Exemptions Provided
- Export-only products.
- Imports up to 200 kg annually for R&D, to be scrapped after use and not sold.
Industries Impacted
- Engineering & Fabrication Industry
- Fastener & Rivet Manufacturers
- Automotive & Structural Applications
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
 ISI marking and BIS certification under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018 are mandatory.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Manufacturers should apply for BIS license, conduct lab testing, ensure ISI marking on packaging, and declare pre-certified stock.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
 The BIS Act, 2016 governs enforcement, with BIS as the certifying and enforcing authority. Non-compliance attracts penalties including seizure, fines, suspension of license, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
From October 2025 (with MSME extensions), rivet stock must comply with IS 740:1977 and bear BIS certification. This ensures reliability and safety in fastener materials for engineering and industrial use.
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