All Types of Construction, Earthmoving & Mining Machines and Components
Strategic BIS Guide for Construction & Mining Equipment
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| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | All types of machinery for construction, earthmoving, mining, and/or their assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components. |
| HS Codes | 8429, 843010, 843020, 843031, 843039, 843041, 843049, 843050, 843141, 843142, 843143, 843149. |
| QCO Title | Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety (Omnibus Technical Regulation) Order, 2024 & Amendment Order, 2025. |
| Notification Numbers | Original: S.O. 3649(E), dated 28 August 2024 , Amendment: S.O. 2579(E), dated 12 June 2025. |
| Issued By | Ministry of Heavy Industries, Government of India. |
| Effective Date | 1 September 2026 (for finished equipment), Sub-assemblies/components: enforcement date to be separately notified. |
| Certification Requirement | Mandatory BIS certification under Scheme X (ISI Mark or Certificate of Conformity). |
| Pre-Certification Requirement | BIS registration, identification of applicable IS codes, technical file preparation, type testing, labeling & marking plan. |
| Labeling Requirements | Must display: ISI mark/CoC, manufacturer name, product ID, load/operation info, safety warnings, and symbols. |
| Applicable Standards | IS 17055 (Parts 7/8/12) – Safety of Earthmoving Equipment IS 4573, IS 13367 (Part 1 & 2), IS/IEC 60204-1, IS 16569, IS 12258. |
| Industries Affected | Mining, Construction, Infrastructure, Civil Engineering, Equipment Leasing, Government Engineering Projects. |
| Target Stakeholders | Equipment manufacturers, OEMs, importers, EPC contractors, heavy machinery rental firms, government procurement entities.. |
| Exemptions | Export-only goods, Equipment under CMVR, 1989, Items already covered under other BIS QCOs. |
| Scheme X Highlights | Requires technical file, lab testing, safety compliance, labeling, and factory inspection for license or CoC issuance. |
| Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) — empowered to inspect, seize, cancel licenses, and prosecute under BIS Act, 2016. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance (Manufacturers failing to get certified by, 1 September 2026 , face) | Cancellation of license or CoC, Product seizure & ban on sale, Disqualification from government tenders, Fines up to ₹2 lakh (₹5 lakh for repeat offences), Imprisonment (up to 2 years) and other legal action under BIS Act, 2016. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Identify applicable IS codes, initiate BIS registration, prepare technical file, and conduct testing, Apply for certification under Scheme X before deadline. |
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QCO Title & Notification
This product category is regulated under the Machinery and Electrical Equipment Safety (Omnibus Technical Regulation) Order, 2024, notified via S.O. 3649(E) on 28 August 2024, and amended by S.O. 2579(E) dated 12 June 2025. Issued by the Ministry of Heavy Industries, this Order is framed under the legal authority of Sections 16, 17, and 25 of the BIS Act, 2016.
Objective & Coverage
The QCO ensures mandatory safety, conformity, and quality assurance for all types of construction, earthmoving, and mining machinery, including excavators, bulldozers, loaders, road rollers, and similar equipment. The regulation covers both complete machinery and their assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components as specified under the HS codes listed above.
Effective Date
The mandatory compliance date for complete machinery is 1 September 2026. Enforcement for sub-assemblies and components will be announced through a separate notification by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
Certification & Scheme
BIS certification under Scheme X is mandatory. Manufacturers or importers must obtain either:
- A License to use the ISI mark, or
- A Certificate of Conformity (CoC) for products where ISI marking is not applicable.
Products without BIS certification cannot be sold or imported in India beyond the effective date.
Pre-Certification Requirement
Before certification, manufacturers must:
- Register with BIS (via ManakOnline).
- Identify applicable IS standards based on product type.
- Prepare a technical file containing design, safety analysis, specs, drawings, and risk assessment.
- Get the product type tested at a BIS-recognized lab.
- Ensure readiness for labeling and marking.
- Be available for BIS factory audits, if required.
Labeling & Compliance
Products must display:
- The ISI mark or CoC reference.
- Manufacturer’s name and location.
- Product model/type, operational capacities, and symbols.
- Safety warnings and compliance markings as per Scheme X and applicable standards like IS 16569, IS/IEC 60204-1, and IS 12258.
Product Coverage
8429-Self-propelled bulldozers, angledozers, graders, levellers, scrapers, mechanical shovels, excavators, shovel loaders, tamping machines and road rollers – bulldozers and angledozers – track laying :angledozers.
843010- Other moving, grading, levelling, scraping, excavating, tamping, compacting, extracting or boring machinery, for earth, minerals or ores; piledrivers and pile- extractors; snow-ploughs and snow-blowers – pile-drivers and pile-extractors: pile-drivers.
843020-Other moving, grading, levelling, scraping, excavating, tamping, compacting, extracting or boring machinery, for earth, minerals or ores; piledrivers and pile- extractors; snow-ploughs and snow-blowers – snow-ploughs and snow-blowers .
843031-Other moving, grading, levelling, scraping, excavating, tamping, compacting, extracting or boring machinery, for earth, minerals or ores; piledrivers and pile- extractors; snow-ploughs and snow-blowers – coal or rock cutters and tunneling machinery: self-
843039- Other moving, grading, levelling, scraping, excavating, tamping, compacting, extracting or boring machinery, for earth, minerals or ores; piledrivers and pile- extractors; snow-ploughs and snow-blowers – coal or rock cutters and tunneling machinery: other.
843041-Other moving, grading, levelling, scraping, excavating, tamping, compacting, extracting or boring machinery, for earth, minerals or ores; piledrivers and pile- extractors; snow-ploughs and snow-blowers – – other boring or sinking machinery – self-propelled.
843049-Other moving, grading, levelling, scraping, excavating, tamping, compacting, extracting or boring machinery, for earth, minerals or ores; piledrivers and pile- extractors; snow-ploughs and snow-blowers – other boring or sinking machinery – other.
843050-Other moving, grading, levelling, scraping, excavating, tamping, compacting, extracting or boring machinery, for earth, minerals or ores; piledrivers and pile- extractors; snow-ploughs and snow-blowers – other machinery, self-propelled: mining machinery.
843141-Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430 – of machinery of heading 8426, 8429 or 8430 :buckets, shovels, grabs and grips.
843142-Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430 – of machinery of heading 8426, 8429 or 8430 :bulldozers or angledozer blades.
843143-Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430 – of machinery of heading 8426, 8429 or 8430- parts of boring or sinking machinery of sub-heading 8430 41 or 8430 49: of boring or sinking machinery, self- propelled.
843149-Parts suitable for use solely or principally with the machinery of headings 8425 to 8430 – of machinery of heading 8426, 8429 or 8430- other : of road rollers, mechanically propelled.
Applicable Indian Standards (IS Codes)
The QCO mandates compliance with three tiers of BIS safety standards:
- Type A (General Design Safety): e.g., IS 12258 – Basic safety principles for machinery.
- Type B (Component-Level Safety): e.g., IS/IEC 60204-1 – Electrical safety; IS 16569 – Safety signage.
- Type C (Product-Specific): Most critical and take precedence in case of overlap. Examples:
- IS 17055 (Part 7/8/12) – Safety of earthmoving machines.
- IS 4573, IS 13367 (Part 1 & 2) – Specific to construction and mining equipment.
Product Coverage, IS Standards, HS Codes, and Impacted Industries
| Equipment Type | HS Codes | IS Standards | Standard Type | Industries Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earthmoving Equipment | 8429, 843010–843050 | IS 17055 (7/8/12), IS 4573 | Type C | Construction, Road Projects |
| Mining Machines | 843141–843149 | IS 13367 (Part 1 & 2), IS 807 | Type C | Mining & Quarrying |
| Electrical Safety Units | Applies to all | IS/IEC 60204-1, IS 16569 | Type B | OEMs, Component Assemblers |
Industries & Stakeholders Impacted
This QCO directly impacts:
- Machinery manufacturers, OEMs, and component suppliers,
- Importers of foreign machinery and parts.
- Construction contractors, mining operators, and equipment rental companies.
- Government departments involved in public infrastructure and civil works procurement.
Exemptions
The following are exempt from this Order:
- Products manufactured exclusively for export.
- Machinery already covered under other QCOs issued by BIS.
- Equipment regulated under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules, 1989 (CMVR).
Legal Consequences & Penalties
Non-compliance is punishable under the BIS Act, 2016 and may result in:
- Fines of ₹2 lakh (first offence) and ₹5 lakh (subsequent).
- Imprisonment up to 2 years.
- Cancellation of license, seizure of goods, and ban on import/sale.
BIS is empowered to conduct inspections, collect samples, and take legal action.
Summary & Next Steps
All stakeholders dealing in construction, earthmoving, and mining machinery must:
- Register with BIS and identify the relevant Indian Standards.
- Obtain certification under Scheme X before 1 September 2026.
- Ensure compliance with labeling, technical safety, and testing requirements.
- Watch for updates regarding enforcement dates for components and sub-assemblies.
Compliance ensures uninterrupted business, avoids penalties, and promotes safer machinery use in critical sectors like infrastructure and mining.
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