Safety of household and similar electrical appliances: part 2 particular requirements, section 6 cooking ranges, hobs, ovens and similar appliances
Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Cooking Ranges, Hobs, Ovens, and Similar Appliances
Strategic Recommendations – IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009
- Apply for BIS CRS Registration
Ensure all household cooking appliances comply with IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009 and secure BIS CRS certification before import, manufacturing, or sale in India. - Engage Compliance Experts
Collaborate with ERA compliance team for CRS filing, product testing, exemption clarifications (export/R&D/HSE), and marking guidance. - Contact ERA Support Team
📧 cs@eraglobal.co.in | 📞 +91 9599296331 | 💬 WhatsApp – For BIS certification, product testing, and CRS order clarifications. - Monitor Notifications & Amendments
Stay updated on CRS 2012/2021 Orders, BIS amendments, and compliance deadlines via ERA Newsletter and BIS/MeitY circulars. - Conduct Gap Assessment
Verify household cooking appliance designs against safety parameters – electrical safety, fire resistance, overcurrent/short-circuit protection, and mechanical durability – and ensure BIS marking compliance.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Cooking Ranges, Hobs, Ovens, and Similar Appliances |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Part 2: Particular Requirements, Section 6 Cooking Ranges, Hobs, Ovens and Similar Appliances |
| 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. 822(E), dated 20th March 2013 (extension & compliance) - S.O. 2033(E) & 2034(E), dated 5th July & 25th June 2013 (testing labs extension & amendment) - 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 | - Under CRS 2012 → 1st June 2016 - Under CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021 |
| Objective & Scope | Ensure household cooking appliances marketed in India are safe and reliable, preventing risks such as electric shock, fire, overheating, or gas leakage (for gas-electric hybrid appliances). |
| Products Covered | Cooking ranges, electric hobs, ovens, toasters, induction cookers, and similar household electrical appliances used for cooking purposes. |
| 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 | - Household appliance manufacturers - Kitchen equipment suppliers - OEMs and importers - E-commerce & retail sellers |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009 - BIS CRS Registration compulsory - Each unit must bear marking: “Self declaration – Conforming to IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009 – (Unique Registration No.)” |
| Testing Parameters | - Electrical safety & insulation - Fire and thermal hazard resistance - Overcurrent, overvoltage & short-circuit protection - Temperature rise & abnormal operation tests - Mechanical strength, stability, and durability 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 cooking ranges, hobs, ovens, and similar household appliances sold, imported, or manufactured in India must conform to IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009 and be BIS-registered under CRS. This ensures consumer safety, fire protection, and quality assurance in household electrical appliances. |
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Notification
Cooking ranges, hobs, ovens, and similar household appliances were officially included in the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 via S.O. 2357(E), dated 3rd October 2012. The final enforcement under CRS 2012 was effective from 1st June 2016. Later, the products were brought under the CRS Order, 2021 (S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021) under the BIS Act, 2016, with effect from 18th September 2021, further amended by corrigenda in March and July 2021.
Overview
Household cooking appliances include cooking ranges, electric hobs, ovens, toasters, induction cookers, and similar devices. The governing standard, IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009, specifies electrical safety, fire resistance, and operational performance requirements to protect consumers during use.
Objective & Scope
The regulation ensures household cooking appliances marketed in India are safe, reliable, and BIS-certified, mitigating risks such as electric shock, fire, overheating, and other hazards.
Products Covered
Cooking ranges, electric hobs, ovens, toasters, induction cookers, and similar household appliances.
Exemptions Provided
- Goods manufactured exclusively for export,
- Products imported for R&D, testing, or demonstration (later scrapped/exported),
- Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) as per CRS 2021.
Industries Impacted
Household appliance manufacturers, kitchen equipment suppliers, OEMs/importers, and e-commerce distribution chains.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
From the enforcement dates, all household cooking appliances must conform to IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009 and obtain BIS CRS Registration. Each unit must display the self-declaration ISI conformity mark with a unique registration number.
Enforcement Timeline
- CRS 2012 → 1st June 2016,
- CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The regulation is enforced under the BIS Act, 2016 by BIS with support from MeitY and local authorities. Non-compliance may result in license suspension, product seizure, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
Since 1st June 2016, household cooking appliances have been subject to BIS CRS certification under IS 302 (Part 2): Section 6: 2009. This ensures consumer safety, standardized quality, and prevention of hazardous failures, supporting safe use of electrical cooking appliances in Indian households.
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