Automobile Wheel Rim Component
Wheel Rims for Two and Three Wheeled Vehicles Part 3 Spoke Wheel Rims
Strategic Recommendations for Two and Three Wheeled Vehicles Part 3 Spoke Wheel Rims
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Apply for BIS licence for IS 16192 (Part 3) before manufacturing or importing spoke wheel rims in India. - Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
Engage ERA Compliance Team for application filing, technical file preparation, lab coordination, and exemption documentation. - Reach Out for Support
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(ERA can help with BIS licensing, exemption applications, lab testing, and inspection readiness.) - Track QCO Amendments & Exemptions
Subscribe to ERA NEWSLETTER. Stay updated with BIS circulars and Gazette notifications for changes in exemption categories and enforcement rules. - Ensure Marking & Documentation
All domestically sold spoke rims must bear ISI mark and declarations. Export-only production must be segregated and documented for exemption.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Automotive Vehicles – Wheel Rims for Two and Three Wheeled Vehicles (Spoke Wheel Rims) |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 16192 (Part 3): 2013 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Automotive Vehicles – Wheel Rims for Two and Three Wheeled Vehicles – Part 3: Spoke Wheel Rims – Method of Tests and Requirements |
| Quality Control Order | Automobile Wheel Rim Component (Quality Control) Order, 2020 |
| Notification & Amendments | - S.O. 3227(E), 21 Sept 2020 – Original QCO notified. - S.O. 2132(E), 28 May 2021 – 1st Amendment; enforcement extended to 21 March 2022. - S.O. 4493(E), 22 Oct 2021 – 2nd Amendment; exemptions clarified for vehicles under CMVR Rule 126. - S.O. 2634(E), 8 June 2022 – 3rd Amendment; enforcement deferred to 22 June 2023. - S.O. 2657(E), 15 June 2023 – 4th Amendment; enforcement shifted to 22 Dec 2023. - S.O. 5379(E), 19 Dec 2023 – 5th Amendment; revised exemptions and import/manufacturing limits. |
| Final Enforcement Date | 22 December 2023 (after multiple extensions) |
| Objective & Scope | To enforce BIS certification for spoke wheel rims used in motorcycles, scooters, mopeds, and auto-rickshaws, ensuring durability, safety, and compliance with performance standards. |
| Products Covered | Spoke Wheel Rims for two-wheelers and three-wheelers (motorcycles, mopeds, scooters, and auto-rickshaws). |
| Exemptions | - Export-only rims. - Low-volume exemption under CMVR Rule 126A (up to 5 rims per vehicle for limited sales of <250 vehicles in 6 months). - Imports for R&D, demo, or testing (with disposal/export obligations). - Imports for after-sales service/repairs under specified limits. - Quantity-based import/manufacturing exemptions for OEMs (per Dec 2023 amendment). |
| Industries Impacted | - Two/three-wheeler OEMs. - Spoke wheel rim manufacturers. - Importers & distributors. - Auto component aftermarket & service sector. |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must comply with IS 16192 (Part 3): 2013. - BIS licence required under Scheme-I of BIS Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018. - Products must carry the ISI Standard Mark. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS licence, arrange product testing in BIS-recognized labs, update packaging/marking with ISI logo, and maintain documentation for exempt/export-only production. |
| Legal Framework & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016; BIS is the certification & enforcement authority with support from Ministry of Heavy Industries and State authorities. |
| Penalties | Non-compliance may lead to stock seizure, cancellation of BIS licence, monetary fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years under BIS Act, 2016. |
| Conclusion | From 22 Dec 2023, all spoke wheel rims for 2W/3W vehicles must be BIS-certified under IS 16192 (Part 3). This ensures quality, safety, and regulatory alignment in India’s automotive sector. |
| References / Annexures | Automobile Wheel Rim Component (Quality Control) Order, 2020, with amendments up to Dec 2023; BIS Scheme-I product list covering IS 16192 (Part 3). |
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Notification
The product Wheel Rims for Two and Three Wheeled Vehicles (Spoke Wheel Rims) covered under Automobile Wheel Rim Component (Quality Control) Order, 2020 was notified through S.O. 3227(E) on 21st September 2020, bringing spoke wheel rims under mandatory BIS certification. Enforcement was postponed via multiple amendments in 2021, 2022, and 2023, with the final enforcement date set as 22nd December 2023. The latest amendment (S.O. 5379(E), Dec 2023) revised exemption categories and specified OEM-based import/manufacturing limits.
Overview
Spoke wheel rims are widely used in motorcycles, mopeds, scooters, and three-wheelers. The QCO ensures that such rims conform to IS 16192 (Part 3): 2013 to guarantee durability and road safety.
Objective & Scope
The aim is to prevent accidents caused by wheel rim failures by imposing uniform safety and performance benchmarks across all spoke rims sold in India.
Products Covered
IS 16192 (Part 3): 2013 – Spoke Wheel Rims for Two and Three Wheeled Vehicles.
Exemptions Provided
- Rims manufactured exclusively for export.
- Low-volume exemptions (up to 5 rims per vehicle under CMVR Rule 126A).
- Imports for R&D, testing, and demo purposes with disposal/export conditions.
- Imports for repair/after-sales service subject to specified limits.
- OEM-based import/manufacturing exemptions (per Dec 2023 amendment).
Industries Impacted
This order impacts OEMs, spoke rim manufacturers, importers, distributors, and aftermarket suppliers in the two and three-wheeler industry.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All spoke rims must be BIS certified under IS 16192 (Part 3), carry the ISI mark, and comply with Scheme-I requirements.
Enforcement Timeline
- Original QCO: Sept 2020.
- Amendments: May 2021, Oct 2021, June 2022, June 2023.
- Final enforcement: 22 Dec 2023.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
- Apply for BIS licence under Scheme-I.
- Conduct testing at BIS-approved laboratories.
- Update packaging/marking to display ISI mark.
- Maintain segregation of exempt/export-only stock with records.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The QCO is enforced under BIS Act, 2016. Non-compliance attracts penalties including fines, licence suspension, imprisonment up to 2 years, and seizure of non-marked rims.
Conclusion
From 22nd December 2023, spoke wheel rims for two and three-wheeled vehicles must be BIS certified. This regulation enhances safety, ensures reliability, and strengthens India’s automotive compliance framework.
References / Annexures
Automobile Wheel Rim Component (QCO) 2020 and amendments (2021–2023); BIS product list under Scheme-I including IS 16192 (Part 3).
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