Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances
Electric Sieving Machines
Strategic Recommendations for Electric Sieving Machines
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Electric Sieving Machines |
| 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 and reliability in the operation of electric sieving machines for domestic and light commercial use, via BIS certification. |
| Products Covered | Electrically operated sieving equipment used to sift or separate flour, grains, powders or similar materials (≤250V AC / ≤480V DC). |
| Exemptions | - Products for export only - R&D imports up to 200 units/year - Pre-enforcement inventory declared under Schedule A – clearance allowed for 6 months |
| Industries Impacted | Kitchen Appliance Manufacturers, Food Processing Equipment Makers, Bakers & Retailers, E-commerce Sellers |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 302 (Part 1):2024 - BIS certification under Scheme-I required - ISI mark must be displayed on product and packaging |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete testing, update packaging with ISI mark, declare Schedule A inventory |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016 by the Bureau of Indian Standards with powers to inspect, seize, and prosecute |
| 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 sieving machines must be BIS-certified under IS 302 (Part 1):2024 and carry 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| References/Annexures | - QCO 2025: S.O. 2232(E) [19 May 2025] - Superseded QCO 2024: S.O. 4098(E) [17 Sept 2024] |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 Sieving Machines have been covered under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2025, notified via S.O. 2232(E) on 19 May 2025 by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, under the BIS Act, 2016. This supersedes the earlier QCO issued via S.O. 4098(E) dated 17 September 2024.
Overview
Electric sieving machines are used in kitchens, bakeries, and food industries to separate, refine, or filter flour, grains, or powders. Since they involve motor-driven vibrating or rotating mechanisms, safety regulations are essential to prevent electrical and mechanical hazards.
Objective & Scope
The QCO mandates compliance with IS 302 (Part 1):2024 to ensure electrical insulation, shock protection, overheating control, and mechanical safety in household and light industrial sieving machines.
Products Covered
- Domestic or semi-commercial electric sieving machines
- Designed for food preparation, baking, or light processing
- Operates at ≤250V AC or ≤480V DC
Exemptions Provided
- Units made exclusively for export
- R&D imports (≤200 units annually)
- Stock manufactured before enforcement and declared under Schedule A can be sold for 6 months
Industries Impacted
- Kitchen appliance OEMs and brands
- Bakery equipment suppliers
- Food processing units and cloud kitchens
- E-commerce and retail sellers of electric kitchen tools
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
- Obtain BIS license under Scheme-I
- Conform to IS 302 (Part 1):2024
- Mark all certified units with the ISI symbol
Enforcement Timeline
- Large & Medium Enterprises: 19 March 2026
- Small Enterprises: 19 June 2026
- Micro Enterprises: 19 September 2026
Next Steps for Stakeholders
- Submit BIS application with technical documents
- Test products in BIS-approved labs
- Update labeling to include ISI mark
- Declare unsold inventory under Schedule A for transitional clearance
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The regulation is enforceable under the BIS Act, 2016 by the Bureau of Indian Standards.
Penalties for non-compliance include:
- Seizure of unmarked or non-compliant goods
- Suspension or cancellation of BIS license
- Fines and/or imprisonment up to 2 years, or both
Conclusion
Starting 19 March 2026, electric sieving machines must comply with IS 302 (Part 1):2024, be certified under BIS Scheme-I, and bear the ISI mark to be legally sold in India. Early compliance ensures uninterrupted business and regulatory alignment.
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