Drums and Tins
Square Tins – 15 Kilograms or litre for Ghee, Vanaspati, Edible Oils and Bakery Shortenings
Strategic Recommendations for IS 10325:2000 (Square Tins – 15 kg or litre for Ghee, Vanaspati, Edible Oils & Bakery Shortenings)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Compliance deadlines: 17 Apr 2024 (Large/Medium), 17 Jul 2024 (Small), 17 Oct 2024 (Micro).
- Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
Seek assistance from ERA Compliance Team for BIS application, product testing, and ISI marking requirements.
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- Ensure Proper Marking & Documentation
All tins must carry the ISI mark before sale.
Export-only and exempted imported tins must be properly declared and documented.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Square Tins – 15 Kilograms or litre for Ghee, Vanaspati, Edible Oils and Bakery Shortenings |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 10325:2000 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Square Tins – 15 Kilograms or litre for Ghee, Vanaspati, Edible Oils and Bakery Shortenings |
| Quality Control Order | Drums and Tins (Quality Control) Order, 2023 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 4596(E), dated 17 October 2023 |
| Final Enforcement Date | Large & Medium Enterprises: 17 April 2024 Small Enterprises: 17 July 2024 Micro Enterprises: 17 October 2024 |
| Objective & Scope | To mandate BIS certification for edible oil and fat packaging tins, ensuring food safety, hygiene, and leak-proof storage. |
| Products Covered | Square tins of 15 kg or litre capacity used for ghee, vanaspati, edible oils, and bakery shortenings. |
| Exemptions | - Tins manufactured exclusively for export. - Imported tins already filled with oil, ghee, or semi-solid contents. |
| Industries Impacted |
- Edible Oil & Vanaspati Manufacturers - Dairy & Ghee Processors - Bakery & Confectionery Sector - Food Packaging & Distribution Industry |
| Mandatory Compliance | Must conform to IS 10325:2000, bear the ISI mark, and obtain BIS license under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete BIS-approved lab testing, affix ISI mark on tins, declare exempted export or import stock. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016 by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of goods, cancellation of license, monetary fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years. |
| Conclusion | IS 10325:2000 compliance is mandatory by phased deadlines. This ensures safe and standardized packaging of edible oils, ghee, vanaspati, and shortenings. |
| References / Annexures | Drums & Tins (QCO), 2023: S.O. 4596(E) [17 Oct 2023] |
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Notification
The product Square Tins of 15 kg or litre capacity for Ghee, Vanaspati, Edible Oils and Bakery Shortenings, covered under the Drums and Tins (Quality Control) Order, 2023, notified via S.O. 4596(E) dated 17 October 2023. Issued under the BIS Act, 2016, the order makes BIS certification and ISI marking mandatory for such tins.
Enforcement Timeline
- Large & Medium Enterprises: 17 April 2024
- Small Enterprises: 17 July 2024
- Micro Enterprises: 17 October 2024
Overview
Square tins are widely used in India for bulk packaging and retail distribution of ghee, vanaspati, edible oils, and bakery shortenings. As these are direct food-contact packaging materials, quality control ensures consumer safety, hygiene, and durability during storage and transport.
Objective & Scope
IS 10325:2000 prescribes requirements for dimensions, seams, metal quality, resistance to leakage, and hygiene of square tins meant for edible oils and fats. The objective is to safeguard food quality and provide standardized, safe packaging solutions.
Products Covered
Square tins of 15 kg or litre capacity, used in edible oil, ghee, vanaspati, and bakery shortening packaging.
Exemptions Provided
- Tins manufactured exclusively for export.
- Imported tins already filled with oils, ghee, vanaspati, or bakery shortenings.
Industries Impacted
- Edible oil refineries and vanaspati units
- Dairy and ghee processors
- Bakery and confectionery manufacturers
- Packaged food distributors
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All such tins must comply with IS 10325:2000 and carry the ISI mark under a BIS license as per Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Manufacturers must apply for BIS licensing, test their tins in BIS-approved labs, affix ISI marks before sale, and declare export or exempted imports.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
BIS is the enforcement authority under the BIS Act, 2016. Non-compliance can lead to product seizure, fines, suspension/cancellation of licenses, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
From April–October 2024, depending on enterprise size, compliance with IS 10325:2000 is mandatory. This regulation ensures quality, hygiene, and safety in edible oil and fat packaging across India.
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