Steel and Iron Products
Hot Rolled and Cold Rolled Steel Strips for Electrical Steel Processing
Strategic Recommendations for Hot Rolled and Cold Rolled Steel Strips for Electrical Steel Processing – IS 18316:2023
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Hot Rolled and Cold Rolled Steel Strips for Electrical Steel Processing |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No | IS 18316:2023 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Hot Rolled and Cold Rolled Steel Strips Intended for Processing of Semi/Fully Processed Non-Grain Oriented Electrical Steel or Fully Processed Grain Oriented Electrical Steel |
| ITC (HS) Code | 72251100, 72251910, 72251920, 72251990, 72261100, 72261910, 72261920, 72261990 |
| 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 | 6 months from the date of notification (29th February 2025) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, mechanical properties, thickness uniformity, and suitability for electrical steel processing of hot rolled and cold rolled steel strips. |
| Products Covered | Hot rolled and cold rolled steel strips used in the processing of semi/fully processed non-grain oriented electrical steel or fully processed grain oriented electrical steel. |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured domestically solely for export and conforming to buyer-specified foreign standards. |
| Industries Impacted | - Electrical Steel Manufacturers- Transformer & Electrical Equipment Manufacturers- Heavy Engineering & Power Sector- Automotive & Electrical Component Manufacturers |
| 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 as per BIS Act provisions. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | - Apply for BIS certification under IS 18316:2023.- Align production with IS 18316:2023 requirements.- Maintain quality control documentation.- Ensure ISI marking before sale or use 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 18316:2023 will automatically apply. |
| Conclusion | Compliance with BIS certification is mandatory for all domestic manufacturers and importers of hot and cold rolled steel strips for electrical steel processing to ensure safety, quality, and reliability in electrical equipment and transformer 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 Hot Rolled and Cold Rolled Steel Strips for Electrical Steel Processing, classified under ITC (HS) codes 72251100, 72251910, 72251920, 72251990, 72261100, 72261910, 72261920, and 72261990, has been brought under mandatory quality control through the Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024. This regulation is notified via S.O. 3716(E), dated 29th August 2024, by the Ministry of Steel, superseding the earlier QCO notified as S.O. 574(E), dated 5th February 2024.
Enforcement Timeline
- Notification Date: 29th August 2024
- Effective Date: 6 months from notification (29th February 2025)
- Enforcement: Mandatory for all domestic manufacturers and importers from the effective date
Overview
The regulation mandates adherence to IS 18316:2023 for hot rolled and cold rolled steel strips used in processing semi/fully processed non-grain oriented electrical steel or fully processed grain oriented electrical steel. Compliance ensures proper mechanical properties, thickness uniformity, and quality for transformer cores, electrical machines, and other electrical equipment.
Objective & Scope
This order aims to eliminate substandard steel strips from the domestic market and protect the electrical steel, power, and transformer industries by enforcing BIS-certified production.
Products Covered
Applies to hot rolled and cold rolled steel strips of all specified grades and sizes used in the processing of non-grain oriented and grain oriented electrical steel.
Exemptions Provided
Products manufactured solely for export, conforming to foreign buyer specifications, are exempt from this QCO.
Industries Impacted
- Electrical Steel Manufacturers
- Transformer & Electrical Equipment Manufacturers
- Heavy Engineering & Power Sector
- Automotive & Electrical Component Manufacturers
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
- Every consignment must carry the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS license.
- Compliance with IS 18316:2023 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 18316:2023.
- 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 18316:2023 and the listed ITC (HS) codes is mandatory from 29th February 2025. Stakeholders must obtain BIS certification, follow marking requirements, and align manufacturing practices to avoid penalties and safeguard market access.
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