Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances
Electric Graters
Strategic Recommendations for Electric Graters
- Start BIS Certification Process Now
Apply early for BIS Scheme-I to ensure lab testing and license issuance well ahead of enforcement deadlines.
- Partner with Compliance Experts
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- Ensure Marking Before Sale
All electric graters must carry a valid ISI mark on both the product and its packaging before sale or distribution.

Section | Details |
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Product Name | Electric Graters |
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, durability, and standardized performance of electric graters through mandatory BIS certification. |
Products Covered | Electrically operated graters used for food preparation in homes or small food businesses, operating at ≤250V AC or ≤480V DC. |
Exemptions | - Export-only units - R&D imports (≤200 units/year) - Pre-manufactured stock declared under Schedule A can be sold within 6 months |
Industries Impacted | Kitchen Appliance Manufacturers, Food Equipment OEMs, Retailers & Distributors, Hospitality Supply Chains, Online Marketplaces |
Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 302 (Part 1):2024 - Certification under BIS Scheme-I is mandatory - ISI mark must be applied to product and packaging |
Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete testing at BIS-approved labs, affix ISI mark, declare pre-certified stock under Schedule A |
Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced by BIS under the BIS Act, 2016 with powers 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, electric graters must be BIS-certified under IS 302 (Part 1):2024 and display the ISI mark for legal sale 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 Graters are included under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2025, issued by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs through S.O. 2232(E) on 19 May 2025. This regulation is notified under the BIS Act, 2016, replacing the earlier QCO of 2024 (S.O. 4098(E)).
Overview
Electric graters are commonly used kitchen appliances for shredding vegetables, cheese, coconut, and other food items. As they involve motorized blades and contact with food, regulatory oversight is crucial to ensure safety, hygiene, and durability.
Objective & Scope
This regulation enforces mandatory compliance with IS 302 (Part 1):2024, which includes safety standards related to electrical insulation, overheating, mechanical protection, shock prevention, and operational reliability.
Products Covered
- Domestic and light commercial electric graters
- Handheld or countertop units operating ≤250V AC / ≤480V DC
- Appliances with grating/blade attachments for food use
Exemptions Provided
- Export-only products
- R&D imports up to 200 units/year
- Inventory declared under Schedule A (pre-certified or pre-manufactured) may be sold within 6 months
Industries Impacted
- Appliance OEMs and kitchen brands
- Restaurant and cloud kitchen suppliers
- Large-scale retailers and e-commerce platforms
- Hospitality product manufacturers and exporters
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All electric graters must:
- Obtain BIS certification under Scheme-I
- Comply with all technical parameters of IS 302 (Part 1):2024
- Display the ISI mark on product body and packaging before sale
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
- Complete product testing at BIS-accredited laboratories
- Update packaging and product labeling to include ISI mark
- Declare old stock under Schedule A for extended sale period
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The QCO is legally enforceable under the BIS Act, 2016 by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Non-compliance may lead to:
- Seizure of uncertified or improperly marked products
- Suspension or cancellation of BIS license
- Fines and/or imprisonment up to 2 years, or both
Conclusion
Effective 19 March 2026, electric graters must comply with IS 302 (Part 1):2024, obtain BIS certification under Scheme-I, and carry the ISI mark to be legally sold in India. Stakeholders must ensure timely compliance to avoid legal, financial, and supply chain risks.
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