Polyethylene Woven Sacks
Textiles - High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement
Strategic Recommendations for Textiles — HDPE / PP Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement – IS 11652:2017
- Start BIS Certification Immediately
Initiate BIS licensing well ahead of the enforcement date to ensure uninterrupted supply to cement manufacturers. - Engage ERA Compliance Experts
ERA provides end-to-end assistance including BIS application filing, product testing coordination, factory inspection readiness, documentation, and ISI marking approval. - Reach Out for Support
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Stay informed about Gazette notifications, amendments, and BIS standard revisions impacting cement packaging products. - Ensure ISI Marking & Test Certification
Only ISI-marked and BIS-certified sacks should be supplied for domestic cement packaging. Non-compliant stock must be withdrawn to avoid penalties.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Textiles — High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement. |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 11652:2017. |
| Title of Indian Standard | Textiles — High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement – Specification. |
| QCO Coverage | Covered under the Textiles — High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement (Quality Control) Order, 2023. |
| Notification & Amendments | S.O. 5178(E) dated 06 December 2023 along with subsequent amendments including S.O. 2181(E) dated 04 June 2024, S.O. 3938(E) dated 13 September 2024, S.O. 5261(E) dated 06 December 2024, S.O. 2551(E) dated 11 June 2025, S.O. 4066(E) dated 04 September 2025 and S.O. 51(E) dated 05 January 2026. |
| Final Enforcement Date | Effective from 06 October 2026. |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure consistent quality, strength, durability, and safe performance of HDPE/PP woven sacks used for packaging 50 kg cement, preventing failures during handling, storage, and transportation. |
| Products Covered | All HDPE/PP woven sacks used for packaging, storage, transport, and distribution of 50 kg cement for domestic use in India. |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured exclusively for export and conforming to foreign buyer specifications are exempt. |
| Industries Impacted |
Cement Manufacturers HDPE/PP Woven Sack Manufacturers Construction Material Suppliers Packaging & Logistics Providers. |
| Mandatory Compliance |
Mandatory conformity to IS 11652:2017 ISI Mark under valid BIS license (Scheme-I) Testing through BIS-recognized laboratories Factory inspection and surveillance by BIS. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders |
Apply for BIS certification under Scheme-I Align manufacturing processes and QC systems with IS 11652:2017 Ensure only ISI-marked sacks are used for domestic cement packaging. |
| Supersession & Amendment Clause | Any future amendments or revisions to IS 11652 issued by BIS shall automatically apply. |
| Legal Framework & Enforcement Authority | Governed by Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016. Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the certifying and enforcement authority. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Imprisonment up to 2 years or fine not less than ₹2 lakh (extendable up to 10 times the value of goods) or both. Continuing violations attract ₹5,000 per day. |
| Conclusion | BIS certification is mandatory from 06 October 2026 for HDPE/PP woven sacks used for packaging 50 kg cement to ensure regulatory compliance and quality assurance. |
| References / Annexures | Gazette Notifications S.O. 5178(E), S.O. 2181(E), S.O. 3938(E), S.O. 5261(E), S.O. 2551(E), S.O. 4066(E), S.O. 51(E); BIS Act, 2016; BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
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Notification
The product Textiles — High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement, covered under IS 11652:2017, has been brought under mandatory quality control through the Quality Control Order, 2023, notified vide S.O. 5178(E) dated 06 December 2023. Multiple amendments have since been issued, and the latest Amendment Order, 2026, notified on 05 January 2026, has revised the enforcement date to 06 October 2026.
Overview
This Quality Control Order mandates compulsory compliance with IS 11652:2017 for all HDPE/PP woven sacks used for packaging 50 kg cement in India. The regulation aims to eliminate substandard cement packaging that may result in sack rupture, material loss, contamination, handling hazards, and supply chain inefficiencies. The order ensures uniform performance standards across the cement and construction ecosystem.
Objective & Scope
The objective of the regulation is to safeguard infrastructure and construction operations by enforcing standardized quality requirements for cement packaging sacks. The scope covers manufacturing, sale, distribution, and storage of HDPE/PP woven sacks for domestic cement packaging while excluding export-only products.
Products Covered
The order applies to all HDPE and PP woven sacks designed and used for packaging of 50 kg cement, including those supplied to cement plants, bulk distributors, warehouses, and construction material suppliers.
Exemptions Provided
- HDPE/PP woven sacks manufactured exclusively for export and complying with foreign buyer specifications are exempt from mandatory BIS certification.
Industries Impacted
Cement manufacturers, woven sack producers, packaging suppliers, logistics operators, and construction material distributors are directly impacted by this regulation.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers and importers must obtain BIS certification under Scheme-I, ensure conformity with IS 11652:2017, affix the ISI Mark on compliant products, and undergo testing and inspection by BIS-recognized laboratories.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Non-compliance may lead to imprisonment up to two years, or fine not less than ₹2 lakh, extendable up to ten times the value of goods, or both. Continued violations attract an additional ₹5,000 per day penalty.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The order is issued under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, particularly Sections 16, 17, and 25(3). The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is designated as the certifying and enforcement authority.
Conclusion
Compliance with IS 11652:2017 and BIS certification is mandatory from 06 October 2026 for HDPE/PP woven sacks used in packaging 50 kg cement. Early compliance planning is critical to avoid regulatory action and supply chain disruptions.
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