Polyphosphoric Acid
Polyphosphoric Acid – Specification
Strategic Recommendations for Polyphosphoric Acid – IS 17439:2020
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Polyphosphoric Acid |
| IS Standard | IS 17439:2020 |
| Title of IS | Polyphosphoric Acid – Specification |
| Regulation / QCO | Polyphosphoric Acid (Quality Control) Order, 2021 |
| Notification | - S.O. 5388(E), dated 24th December 2021 (principal order) - S.O. 2226(E), dated 13th May 2022 (extension of enforcement date) |
| Final Enforcement Date | 22nd December 2022 (after extension) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, safety, and reliability of Polyphosphoric Acid used in industrial and chemical applications. |
| Products Covered | Polyphosphoric Acid for industrial, chemical, and fertilizer sector applications. |
| Exemptions | Goods manufactured exclusively for export. |
| Industries Impacted | Chemical manufacturers, fertilizer producers, specialty chemical companies, importers, distributors, and allied industries using polyphosphoric acid. |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 17439:2020. - Must bear BIS Standard Mark under a license from BIS as per Scheme–II of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018 |
| Testing Parameters | As per IS 17439:2020 – includes chemical composition, purity, stability, and performance benchmarks for industrial usage. |
| Certification & Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Punishable under BIS Act, 2016 – may include cancellation of license, fines, seizure of stock, and imprisonment up to 2 years. |
| Conclusion | Polyphosphoric Acid must comply with IS 17439:2020 and be BIS certified under the Quality Control Order, 2021, before being imported, manufactured, or sold in India. |
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Notification
The Polyphosphoric Acid (Quality Control) Order, 2021 was notified via S.O. 5388(E), dated 24th December 2021 under Section 16 of the BIS Act, 2016. The original enforcement date (181 days from notification) was extended through S.O. 2226(E), dated 13th May 2022, fixing the final enforcement date as 22nd December 2022.
Overview
Polyphosphoric Acid is a specialty chemical widely used in fertilizers, polymers, and industrial chemical processes. To ensure uniform quality and safety, the Government of India mandated compliance with IS 17439:2020 – Polyphosphoric Acid: Specification.
Objective & Scope
The standard prescribes quality specifications including purity, composition, and safety criteria to ensure reliable performance in chemical and fertilizer industries.
Products Covered
All Polyphosphoric Acid manufactured, imported, or sold in India, except goods exclusively meant for export.
Exemptions Provided
Export-only products are exempt from BIS certification under this QCO.
Industries Impacted
Key stakeholders include fertilizer manufacturers, chemical industries, specialty chemical producers, and traders involved in the import or distribution of polyphosphoric acid.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All Polyphosphoric Acid must conform to IS 17439:2020, obtain a BIS license, and display the Standard Mark as per Scheme II of BIS Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018.
Enforcement Timeline
- QCO Notified: 24th December 2021
- Enforcement Extended: 13th May 2022
- Final Enforcement Date: 22nd December 2022
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
BIS is the nodal certification and enforcement authority. Any violation is punishable under the BIS Act, 2016, with penalties including fines, cancellation of licenses, seizure of non-compliant goods, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
From 22nd December 2022, Polyphosphoric Acid sold, imported, or manufactured in India must be BIS certified under IS 17439:2020. This step strengthens quality control in India’s fertilizer and specialty chemical sectors, ensuring safe and standardized chemical products in the domestic market.