Agro Textiles
Vermiculture Beds (IS 15907:2010)
Strategic Recommendations for Vermiculture Beds
✅ Engage Early with BIS & Labs
Begin the BIS certification process and initiate product testing under IS 15907:2010 in advance of the 1 July 2024 enforcement deadline. Ensure testing is conducted only in BIS-approved laboratories.
🤝 Partner with Compliance Experts
Consult the ERA Compliance Team to efficiently manage certification, technical documents, and packaging updates for BIS compliance and ISI marking of vermi beds.
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Assistance available for BIS application filing, lab coordination, and end-to-end QCO compliance for HDPE agro-textiles.
📢 Track Notifications & Circulars
Subscribe to the ERA NEWSLETTER for timely updates on amendments such as S.O. 1579(E) (which extended the enforcement date to 1 July 2024) and BIS guidelines for agro-textile certification.
🔍 Do a Gap Assessment
Identify any non-compliant vermi bed variants. Verify fabric type, tensile strength, UV resistance, drain port configurations, and packaging for conformance to IS 15907:2010 and Scheme-I requirements.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Vermiculture Beds |
| IS Standard | IS 15907:2010 |
| Title of IS | Agro Textiles—High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Woven Beds for Vermiculture—Specification |
| Quality Control Order | Agro Textiles (Quality Control) Order, 2023 |
| Notification & Amendments |
• S.O. 4248(E), dated 27 September 2023 • Amended by S.O. 1579(E), dated 28 March 2024 (extended enforcement to 1 July 2024) |
| Final Enforcement Date | 1 July 2024 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality and durability of HDPE woven vermi beds used for composting organic waste and vermiculture farming |
| Products Covered | • HDPE woven fabric beds designed for earthworm composting, usually with provision for aeration, leachate collection, and protection from external environment |
| Exemptions | Goods manufactured exclusively for export are exempt |
| Industries Impacted |
• Organic Farming – Composting and vermi-manure production • Solid Waste Management – Used for decentralized composting systems |
| Mandatory Compliance |
• Must conform to IS 15907:2010 • BIS license mandatory under Scheme-I • BIS Standard Mark (ISI) must be displayed on each unit sold in India |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders |
• Apply for BIS certification • Get product tested in BIS-recognized labs • Ensure ISI-marked labeling before 1 July 2024 |
| Legal Framework & Enforcement |
• Regulated under BIS Act, 2016 • BIS authorized to inspect, certify, and take enforcement action |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | • Fines, seizure of goods, cancellation of license, and legal action as per BIS Act |
| Conclusion | From 1 July 2024, all vermiculture beds sold in India must comply with IS 15907:2010 and be BIS-certified. Non-compliance may lead to regulatory penalties. |
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Notification
Vermiculture Beds have been brought under mandatory BIS certification through the Agro Textiles (Quality Control) Order, 2023, notified by the Ministry of Textiles via S.O. 4248(E) dated 27 September 2023. The enforcement timeline was extended through Amendment Order S.O. 1579(E) dated 28 March 2024, revising the implementation date to 1 July 2024.
Overview
Vermiculture beds are agro-textile containers made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) woven fabric, used for producing vermicompost by cultivating earthworms in a controlled environment. These beds are lightweight, UV-stabilized, and designed for efficient composting of organic agricultural and food waste. The Indian Standard IS 15907:2010 defines the specifications for quality, durability, and performance of these beds.
Objective & Scope
The objective of IS 15907:2010 is to ensure uniformity in the design, material quality, and performance of HDPE woven beds used in vermiculture. The standard specifies requirements related to dimensions, seam strength, tensile strength, permeability, UV resistance, and durability under outdoor composting conditions. It promotes effective waste management and supports organic farming through sustainable composting solutions.
Products Covered
The standard applies to HDPE woven fabric vermi beds, typically rectangular in shape, fitted with aeration ports, drain outlets, and UV-resistant properties. These beds are installed in farms, rural households, waste management units, and agricultural research stations for producing organic manure through vermicomposting.
Exemptions Provided
Vermiculture beds manufactured solely for export are exempt from BIS certification under this regulation.
Industries Impacted
- Organic Farming – Widely used for on-site production of vermicompost to enrich soil nutrients.
- Solid Waste Management – Deployed in decentralized composting units in urban and rural areas.
- Agri-Tech Startups & NGOs – Promoted in sustainable agriculture and environmental programs.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All vermiculture beds sold or distributed in India must conform to IS 15907:2010. Each unit must bear the BIS Standard Mark (ISI mark) and be certified under Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. Products lacking certification cannot be legally manufactured, imported, or sold in the domestic market after the enforcement date.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Manufacturers and importers should:
- Apply for BIS certification under IS 15907:2010.
- Conduct mandatory product testing in BIS-recognized laboratories.
- Ensure correct labeling and ISI marking before 1 July 2024 to avoid non-compliance.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
This product falls under the enforcement jurisdiction of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per the BIS Act, 2016. BIS has the authority to inspect manufacturing premises, seize non-compliant stock, and cancel licenses. Violators may face fines, legal prosecution, and imprisonment as prescribed in the Act.
Conclusion
Starting 1 July 2024, all HDPE woven vermiculture beds must be BIS-certified in compliance with IS 15907:2010 to be legally sold in India. This measure ensures the availability of durable, standardized composting units that support sustainable agriculture and efficient organic waste management. Stakeholders are advised to initiate compliance procedures immediately.
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Let us help you navigate regulatory challenges and achieve certification with ease. Leave us your details, and we’ll get back to you—or request a free consultation today.