Trimethyl Phosphite
Trimethyl Phosphite – Technical Grade
Strategic Recommendations for Trimethyl Phosphite – IS 17412:2020
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Trimethyl Phosphite – Technical Grade |
| IS Standard | IS 17412:2020 |
| Title of IS | Trimethyl Phosphite – Technical Grade |
| Regulation / QCO | Trimethyl Phosphite (Quality Control) Order, 2022 |
| Notification | S.O. 1637(E), dated 5th April 2022 |
| Final Enforcement Date | 181 days from publication → 3rd October 2022 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, purity, and safety of Trimethyl Phosphite (technical grade) used in chemical, agrochemical, and industrial applications, aligning with BIS standards. |
| Products Covered | Trimethyl Phosphite – Technical Grade (all domestic production and imports for Indian market) |
| Exemptions | Goods manufactured exclusively for export. |
| Industries Impacted | Chemical manufacturers, agrochemical producers, specialty intermediates makers, importers, and distributors of phosphite chemicals |
| Mandatory Compliance | Conformity to IS 17412:2020 and compulsory BIS Standard Mark under license as per Scheme-II of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Testing Parameters | Purity, physical and chemical properties, impurities, phosphorus content, stability, and packaging quality (as per IS 17412:2020). |
| Certification & Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Punishable under BIS Act, 2016 – fines, cancellation of license, seizure of stock, and imprisonment (up to 2 years). |
| Conclusion | Trimethyl Phosphite cannot be manufactured, imported, or sold in India without BIS certification. Compliance ensures safety, standardized quality, and protection of downstream chemical and agro-industrial use. |
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Notification
The Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers issued the Trimethyl Phosphite (Quality Control) Order, 2022 via S.O. 1637(E) on 5th April 2022. It mandates BIS certification for Trimethyl Phosphite (Technical Grade) under IS 17412:2020.
Overview
Trimethyl Phosphite is widely used in the chemical and agrochemical industry as an intermediate. This regulation aims to ensure product quality, purity, and safety in line with BIS technical specifications.
Objective & Scope
The order ensures conformity with IS 17412:2020 for all domestically manufactured and imported Trimethyl Phosphite for sale in India. It provides a uniform quality benchmark to prevent substandard imports and safeguard industrial applications.
Products Covered
Technical grade Trimethyl Phosphite.
Exemptions Provided
Goods manufactured exclusively for export are exempt from compliance.
Industries Impacted
Chemical manufacturers, agrochemical companies, intermediates producers, and importers/distributors of phosphite-based chemicals are directly affected.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Products must conform to IS 17412:2020, obtain a BIS license under Scheme-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018, and display the Standard Mark.
Enforcement Timeline
The order came into force 181 days from notification, i.e., on 3rd October 2022.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
BIS is the certifying and enforcement authority. Any violation is punishable under the BIS Act, 2016, with penalties including fines, cancellation of certification, seizure of goods, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
Since October 2022, Trimethyl Phosphite (Technical Grade) has been under mandatory BIS certification. This ensures safe, high-quality supply for India’s industrial and agrochemical sectors while aligning with regulatory standards.