Hinges
Continuous (Piano) Hinges
📝 Strategic Recommendations for Continuous (Piano) Hinges (IS 3818:1992)
- Begin BIS Certification Process Without Delay
Enterprises must secure BIS certification before their respective deadlines (1 Jan 2025 / 1 Apr 2025 / 1 Jul 2025). Early action avoids last-minute disruption. - Engage Compliance & Testing Experts (ERA)
Work with ERA Compliance Team for smooth BIS application filing, lab testing, and ISI marking updates.
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Subscribe to ERA Newsletter for Stay updated on Maintain year-wise records of exempted R&D imports (200 per year). Ensure such goods are disposed of as scrap and not sold commercially. - Ensure Proper ISI Marking & Packaging
All Continuous (Piano) Hinges sold domestically must bear the ISI mark. Non-marked products after the deadline will be seized.
5. Ensure Marking & Declarations
All key locks for security equipment must carry ISI mark or be declared under exemption before the respective enforcement date.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Continuous (Piano) Hinges |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 3818:1992 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Continuous (Piano) Hinges – Specification |
| Quality Control Order | Hinges (Quality Control) Order, 2023 |
| Notification & Amendments | S.O. 5294(E), 8 Dec 2023; S.O. 2982(E), 26 Jul 2024; S.O. 1368(E), 21 Mar 2025 |
| Final Enforcement Date | General enterprises – 1 Jan 2025 Small enterprises – 1 Apr 2025 Micro enterprises – 1 Jul 2025 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure all piano hinges conform to BIS standards, enhancing safety, durability, and consumer protection under BIS Act, 2016. |
| Products Covered | Continuous (Piano) Hinges |
| Exemptions | Goods manufactured for export; Up to 200 imports per year for R&D (not for sale, only scrap disposal, record-keeping required). |
| Industries Impacted | Furniture, cabinetry, construction, hardware and fittings, importers. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS license under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018; ISI marking on all products. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete BIS lab testing, update packaging/marking with ISI logo. |
| Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Punishable under BIS Act, 2016 – seizure of goods, fines, imprisonment up to 2 years. |
| Conclusion | From Jan/Apr/Jul 2025, all Continuous (Piano) Hinges must be BIS certified and ISI marked to be legally sold in India. |
| References / Annexures | Hinges (Quality Control) Orders – 2023, 2024, 2025. |
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Notification
The product Continuous (Piano) Hinges covered under Hinges (Quality Control) Order, 2023. The Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) notified the Hinges (Quality Control) Order under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. The order was first issued on 8th December 2023 (S.O. 5294(E)), superseded and revised on 26th July 2024 (S.O. 2982(E)), and finally consolidated under the Hinges (Quality Control) Order, 2025 on 21st March 2025 (S.O. 1368(E)).
Enforcement Timeline
- General (other than MSMEs): 1st January 2025
- Small Enterprises: 1st April 2025
- Micro Enterprises: 1st July 2025
Overview
Continuous (Piano) hinges are long, continuous hinges running the full length of doors, lids, or panels. They are widely used in furniture, cabinetry, and construction fittings where strength and smooth movement are critical.
Objective & Scope
The objective of IS 3818:1992 is to ensure durability, corrosion resistance, and functional safety of continuous (piano) hinges, thereby protecting consumer safety and promoting quality consistency across the hardware industry.
Products Covered
The QCO mandates compliance for all Continuous (Piano) hinges manufactured, imported, or sold in India under IS 3818:1992.
Exemptions Provided
- Goods manufactured exclusively for export.
- Up to 200 imported units per year for R&D purposes by hinge manufacturers, provided they are not sold commercially, are scrapped after use, and records are maintained and submitted to the Government.
Industries Impacted
- Hinge and builders’ hardware manufacturers
- Furniture and cabinetry industry
- Door and window fitting suppliers
- Importers and distributors of hardware products
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
- All Continuous (Piano) hinges must conform to IS 3818:1992.
- They must bear the ISI Mark under a BIS license, obtained through Scheme-I of Schedule-II of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
- Certification and enforcement authority: Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Next Steps for Stakeholders
- Apply for BIS certification well before enforcement deadlines.
- Conduct product testing in BIS-recognized laboratories.
- Update packaging and marking to display the ISI Mark.
- Maintain compliance records and monitor exemption applicability.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The order is enforceable under the BIS Act, 2016. Non-compliance can lead to:
- Seizure of non-compliant stock
- Cancellation of BIS licenses
- Monetary fines
- Imprisonment of up to two years
Conclusion
From 1st January 2025 onwards (with phased timelines for MSMEs), all Continuous (Piano) hinges in the Indian market must comply with IS 3818:1992 and bear the ISI mark. This ensures standardized quality, durability, and consumer safety in the hinges and hardware sector.
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