Steel and Iron Products
Structural Steel (Ordinary Quality)
Strategic Recommendations for Structural Steel (Ordinary Quality) – IS 15911:2010
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Every consignment of structural steel must bear the ISI mark and be accompanied by a BIS Test Certificate. Non-conforming material must be scrapped as per BIS Act provisions.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Structural Steel (Ordinary Quality) |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No | IS 15911:2010 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Structural Steel (Ordinary Quality) – Specification |
| ITC (HS) Code | 72082510, 72082520, 72082690, 72082710, 72082720, 72082730, 72082740, 72082790, 72083610, 72083910, 72083920, 72083930, 72083940, 72083990, 72085110, 72085120, 72085130, 72085140, 72111420, 72111430, 72111440, 72111450, 72111460, 72111490, 72119012, 72119090, 72139190, 72083620, 72083630, 72083640, 72083690, 72083710, 72083720, 72083730, 72083820, 72083830, 72083840, 72083890, 72085190, 72085210, 72085220, 72085230, 72085240, 72085290, 72085310, 72085320, 72085330, 72085340, 72085390, 72089000, 72111300 |
| Quality Control Order | Covered under the Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024 |
| Notification & Amendments | S.O. 3716(E), dated 29th August 2024 (superseding S.O. 574(E), dated 5th February 2024) |
| Final Enforcement Date | With immediate effect (30th August 2024) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, mechanical properties, and reliability of structural steel used in construction, engineering, and industrial applications. |
| Products Covered | Ordinary quality structural steel products, including bars, sections, and rolled products for general construction and engineering purposes. |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured solely for export conforming to foreign buyer specifications are exempt. |
| Industries Impacted | - Construction & Infrastructure Projects- Engineering & Fabrication- Bridges & Heavy Structures- Railways & Transport- EPC Contractors |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Products must bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a BIS license.- Each consignment must be accompanied by a BIS Test Certificate.- Non-conforming material must be scrapped per BIS Act provisions. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | - Apply for BIS certification under Scheme-I.- Align production and quality control with IS 15911:2010.- Maintain documentation for audits and inspections.- Ensure ISI marking before sale or dispatch in India. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Governed under Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016. BIS is the certifying and enforcement authority. |
| Penalties | Imprisonment up to 2 years or fine of not less than ₹2 lakh (extendable up to 10× the value of goods) or both. Continuing offences may attract an additional ₹5,000 per day fine. |
| Supersession & Amendment Clause | Supersedes earlier QCO (S.O. 574(E), dated 5th February 2024). Any future BIS amendments to IS 15911:2010 will automatically apply. |
| Conclusion | Compliance with BIS certification is mandatory for all domestic manufacturers and importers of structural steel (ordinary quality) to ensure safety, reliability, and market access in construction and industrial applications. |
| References/Annexures | Gazette Notification S.O. 3716(E), dated 29th August 2024; Steel and Steel Products (QCO), 2024; BIS Act, 2016 |
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Notification
The product Structural Steel (Ordinary Quality), classified under ITC (HS) codes 72082510, 72082520, 72082690, 72082710, 72082720, 72082730, 72082740, 72082790, 72083610, 72083910, 72083920, 72083930, 72083940, 72083990, 72085110, 72085120, 72085130, 72085140, 72111420, 72111430, 72111440, 72111450, 72111460, 72111490, 72119012, 72119090, 72139190, 72083620, 72083630, 72083640, 72083690, 72083710, 72083720, 72083730, 72083820, 72083830, 72083840, 72083890, 72085190, 72085210, 72085220, 72085230, 72085240, 72085290, 72085310, 72085320, 72085330, 72085340, 72085390, 72089000, 72111300, has been brought under mandatory quality control through the Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024, notified via S.O. 3716(E), dated 29th August 2024, by the Ministry of Steel. This order supersedes the earlier QCO notified as S.O. 574(E), dated 5th February 2024.
Enforcement Timeline
- Notification Date: 29th August 2024
- Effective Date: 30th August 2024
- Enforcement: With immediate effect
Overview
The regulation mandates adherence to IS 15911:2010 for structural steel (ordinary quality). This ensures mechanical strength, dimensional accuracy, and reliability in construction, engineering, and industrial applications. The inclusion under ITC HS codes facilitates customs enforcement and trade compliance.
Objective & Scope
The order aims to eliminate substandard structural steel from the domestic market and protect stakeholders in construction, engineering, and industrial sectors by enforcing BIS-certified production.
Products Covered
This applies to ordinary quality structural steel, including bars, rolled products, and sections used in general construction and engineering projects.
Exemptions Provided
Products manufactured solely for export and conforming to foreign buyer specifications are exempt from mandatory BIS certification.
Industries Impacted
- Construction & Infrastructure Projects
- Engineering & Fabrication
- Bridges & Heavy Structures
- Railways & Transport
- EPC Contractors
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
- Every consignment must carry the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS license.
- Compliance with IS 15911:2010 is compulsory.
- Each consignment must include a BIS Test Certificate.
- Non-conforming material must be scrapped per BIS Act provisions.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
- Apply for BIS certification under Scheme-I immediately.
- Align production and quality systems with IS 15911:2010.
- Maintain rigorous in-house testing and quality control.
- Ensure marking and certification before distribution or sale in India.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The order is issued under Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016, with BIS as the certifying and enforcing authority. Penalties for non-compliance under Section 29 include:
- Imprisonment up to 2 years, or
- Fine not less than ₹2 lakh, extendable up to 10 times the value of goods, or both.
- Continuing offences may result in an additional fine of ₹5,000 per day.
Conclusion
Compliance with IS 15911:2010 and the listed ITC (HS) codes is mandatory with immediate effect. Stakeholders must obtain BIS certification, ensure marking, maintain documentation, and align manufacturing practices to avoid penalties and secure market access.
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