Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus – Safety Requirements
Smart Speakers (with and without Display)
Strategic Recommendations for UPS / Inverters ≤ 5 kVA – IS 16242 (Part 1):2014
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Smart Speakers (with and without Display) |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 616:2017 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus – Safety Requirements |
| Quality Control Order | Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 (with subsequent amendments) and CRS Order, 2021 under BIS Act, 2016 |
| Notification & Amendments | - S.O. 2357(E), dated 3rd October 2012 (principal CRS Order) - S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021 (new CRS Order under BIS Act, 2016) - S.O. 1353(E), dated 25th March 2021 (corrigendum) - S.O. 2844(E), dated 1st July 2021 (deferred application, customs labeling, HSE exemption) |
| Final Enforcement Date | CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure electrical safety, insulation integrity, and safe operation of smart speakers, minimizing risks of electric shock, overheating, or fire during usage. |
| Products Covered | Smart Speakers (finished products) with or without display screens for audio/video applications, voice assistants, or multimedia use. |
| Exemptions | - Goods manufactured exclusively for export - Products imported for R&D, testing, or demonstration (later scrapped/exported) - Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) exemptions under CRS 2021 |
| Industries Impacted | - Consumer electronics & IT device manufacturers - OEMs & importers of smart speakers - Computer hardware and electronics distributors & retailers - E-commerce sellers of IT/audio peripherals |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 616:2017 - BIS CRS Registration compulsory - Each unit must bear marking: “Self declaration – Conforming to IS 616:2017 – (Unique Registration No.)” |
| Testing Parameters | - Electrical safety & insulation - Overcurrent & short-circuit protection - Fire hazard & temperature rise tests - Mechanical durability & drop tests |
| Certification & Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as certification authority. Enforcement supported by MeitY and District Industries Centres. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | - Suspension/cancellation of BIS registration - Seizure of stock - Monetary fines - Imprisonment up to 2 years, or both, under BIS Act, 2016 |
| Conclusion | All Smart Speakers (with and without Display) sold, imported, or manufactured in India must conform to IS 616:2017 and be BIS-registered under CRS. This ensures consumer safety, quality assurance, and standardized operation for multimedia audio devices. |
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Notification
Smart Speakers (with and without Display) were included under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012. The product is regulated under CRS Order, 2021 (S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021) under the BIS Act, 2016, effective from 18th September 2021, further amended by corrigenda in March and July 2021.
Overview
UPS and inverters provide uninterrupted power supply to IT equipment, telecom infrastructure, and household/commercial loads. IS 16242 (Part 1):2014 prescribes general and safety requirements, including electrical insulation, overload protection, fire resistance, and user safety.
Objective & Scope
The standard ensures safe, reliable, and durable performance of UPS/inverters up to 5 kVA capacity, preventing hazards like electric shock, overheating, fire, and mechanical failures.
Products Covered
- UPS and inverters up to 5 kVA rating, intended for domestic, office, IT, and small commercial use.
Exemptions Provided
- Goods manufactured exclusively for export,
- Imports for R&D/testing/demo,
- Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) exempted under CRS 2021 (3-phase systems, >16A current, >80kg weight, or large dimensions).
Industries Impacted
The order impacts UPS & inverter manufacturers, power backup OEMs, importers, telecom & IT infrastructure suppliers, and e-commerce retailers.
Enforcement Timeline
CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
From the enforcement date, all UPS/inverters ≤5 kVA must:
- Conform to IS 16242 (Part 1):2014,
- Obtain BIS CRS Registration,
- Carry the ISI declaration with unique registration number.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
Non-compliance attracts penalties under the BIS Act, 2016, including seizure of stock, license suspension, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
Effective since March 2016, UPS/inverters ≤5 kVA are mandatory BIS-certified products. With CRS 2021, compliance has been further tightened to enhance consumer safety, product reliability, and market discipline.
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