Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances
Electric Food Processors
Strategic Recommendations for Electric Food Processors
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- Ensure Marking Before Sale
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Electric Food Processors |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 302 (Part 1):2024 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Safety – Part 1: General Requirements |
| Quality Control Order | Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2025 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 2232(E), dated 19 May 2025 Supersedes QCO 2024: S.O. 4098(E), dated 17 Sept 2024 |
| Final Enforcement Date | Large & Medium Enterprises: 19 March 2026 Small Enterprises: 19 June 2026 Micro Enterprises: 19 September 2026 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance in electric food processors through mandatory BIS certification under IS 302. |
| Products Covered | Electrically operated food processors, including mixers, choppers, slicers, and blenders used in households or small commercial kitchens (≤250V AC / ≤480V DC). |
| Exemptions | - Export-only products - Imports for R&D (up to 200 units/year) - Pre-declared stock under Schedule A may be cleared within 6 months |
| Industries Impacted | Home Appliance Manufacturers, Consumer Kitchen Brands, Retailers & Distributors, Online Platforms, Hospitality Equipment Suppliers |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 302 (Part 1):2024 - Certification under BIS Scheme-I is mandatory - ISI mark must be affixed on product & packaging |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, get product tested at BIS-approved labs, label products with ISI mark, and declare old inventory under Schedule A |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016 by BIS with full authority for inspection, certification, and prosecution |
| Penalties | Non-compliance may result in seizure of stock, license suspension, fines, or imprisonment up to 2 years, or both |
| Conclusion | From 19 March 2026, all electric food processors must be BIS-certified under IS 302 (Part 1):2024 and ISI-marked to be sold legally in India. |
| References/Annexures | - QCO 2025: S.O. 2232(E) [19 May 2025] - Superseded QCO 2024: S.O. 4098(E) [17 Sept 2024] |
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Notification
Electric Food Processors are covered under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2025, notified by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs via S.O. 2232(E) on 19 May 2025, and enforced under the BIS Act, 2016. This supersedes the earlier 2024 QCO notified via S.O. 4098(E).
Overview
Electric food processors are essential multifunctional kitchen appliances used for chopping, mixing, blending, and slicing. Given their widespread domestic and semi-commercial usage, safety standardization is crucial to protect users from electrical, mechanical, and overheating hazards.
Objective & Scope
The regulation mandates conformity to IS 302 (Part 1):2024, which sets comprehensive safety and construction standards, including protection from electric shock, mechanical strength, insulation, moisture ingress, and operational stability.
Products Covered
- Food processors with multiple functions such as blending, chopping, grating
- Standalone or integrated kitchen systems ≤250V AC or ≤480V DC
- Suitable for household or light commercial use
Exemptions Provided
- Appliances meant exclusively for export
- Imports for R&D purposes (≤200 units/year)
- Pre-certified non-marked stock declared under Schedule A, eligible for sale within 6 months
Industries Impacted
- Consumer kitchen appliance OEMs
- D2C kitchen brands
- Hospitality & institutional food services
- Large and small appliance distributors and sellers
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
To sell or import electric food processors in India, stakeholders must:
- Obtain certification under BIS Scheme-I
- Ensure full conformity with IS 302 (Part 1):2024
- Affix a valid ISI mark on each product and retail packaging
Enforcement Timeline
- Large & Medium Enterprises: 19 March 2026
- Small Enterprises: 19 June 2026
- Micro Enterprises: 19 September 2026
Next Steps for Stakeholders
- Submit BIS license application under Scheme-I
- Conduct sample testing at BIS-approved labs
- Ensure compliant labeling with ISI mark
- Declare old inventory under Schedule A for transitional clearance
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
This regulation is enforced under the BIS Act, 2016 by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
Non-compliance may result in:
- Seizure of stock from market or warehouses
- Suspension or cancellation of the BIS license
- Fines and/or imprisonment up to 2 years, or both
Conclusion
Starting 19 March 2026, all electric food processors sold, imported, or distributed in India must conform to IS 302 (Part 1):2024 and bear the ISI mark. The QCO promotes safety, performance consistency, and consumer trust. Stakeholders must act early to meet deadlines and avoid penalties.
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