Scheme X Machinery and Electrical Equipment
All Types of Metal Cutting Machines with Assemblies & Components
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | All types of metal cutting machine tools and/or their assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components. |
| HS Codes | 8456, 8457, 8458, 8459, 8460, 8461, 846693. |
| 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 complete machines); component-level date to be notified separately. |
| Certification Requirement | Mandatory BIS certification under Scheme X (ISI Mark or Certificate of Conformity). |
| Pre-Certification Requirement | BIS registration, IS standard selection, technical documentation, lab testing, and factory audit (if required). |
| Labeling Requirements | ISI mark/CoC, manufacturer’s name, product model/type, safety warnings, usage indicators as per Scheme X. |
| Applicable Standards | IS 17259 (Safety for cutting machines), IS 12258 (Type A), IS/IEC 60204-1 (Type B), IS 16569 (safety markings), IS 16809 series (access). |
| Industries Affected | Metal fabrication, machine shops, automotive parts, tooling, aerospace, manufacturing and engineering sectors. |
| Target Stakeholders | Machine tool manufacturers, OEMs, component suppliers, importers, public and private infrastructure companies. |
| Exemptions | Goods exclusively for export, machines already covered by other BIS QCOs, and those governed under CMVR (if applicable). |
| Scheme X Highlights | Requires technical documentation, BIS-approved testing, marking with safety info, ISI or CoC issuance, compliance with labeling and electrical/mechanical safety. |
| 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 | Register with BIS, identify IS codes, begin technical documentation, test with BIS labs, complete certification 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 through S.O. 3649(E) dated 28 August 2024. It was later amended via S.O. 2579(E) dated 12 June 2025. The Order is issued by the Ministry of Heavy Industries under Sections 16, 17, and 25 of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Act, 2016.
Objective & Coverage
The QCO ensures that all metal cutting machine tools and their related assemblies, sub-assemblies, or components meet essential safety and performance requirements through BIS certification. These machines include CNC machines, turning/milling machines, grinding machines, EDM (electric discharge) tools, and other high-precision systems used in cutting and shaping metal. The regulation is intended to eliminate substandard imports and domestic units, improve industrial safety, and ensure standardization across manufacturing and engineering sectors.
Effective Date
Certification becomes mandatory from 1st September 2026 for fully assembled machines.
Sub-assemblies and components will be covered from a separately notified date via Gazette publication.
Certification & Scheme
All manufacturers and importers must obtain BIS certification under Scheme X, either by securing an ISI mark license or a Certificate of Conformity (CoC). This is compulsory for sale or import from the enforcement date onward. Without BIS approval, products cannot be marketed in India post-September 2026.
Pre-Certification Requirement
To qualify for BIS certification, the manufacturer must:
- Register with BIS.
- Identification of relevant IS standards.
- Technical file preparation (includes safety risk assessments, design details, manufacturing processes).
- BIS-recognized lab testing.
- Factory audit (where required).
Labeling & Compliance
Each certified product must clearly display:
- ISI mark or CoC number.
- Manufacturer’s name and address.
- Product model/type details.
- Safety instructions and technical markings per Scheme X.
Applicable Indian Standards (IS Codes)
These machines must comply with:
- Type A: IS 16819:2018 (based on ISO 12100) for general machine safety.
- Type B: IS/IEC 60204-1 (Electrical safety), IS 16504 (Mechanical risks), IS 16569 (Warning markings).
- Type C: IS 17259, IS 17254, IS 17277 (specific to metal-cutting tools like milling, grinding, or lathe machines).
If there’s a conflict, Type C (product-specific) standards take precedence over Type A or B.
HS Code and Product Description
8456– Machine-tools for working any material by removal of material, by laser or other light or photon beam, ultra-sonic, electro-discharge, electrochemical, electron beam, ionic-beam or plasma arc processes – operated by laser or other light or photonbeam proc.
8457– Machining centres, unit construction machines (single station) and multi-station transfer machines for working metal – machining centres:horizontal.
8458-Lathes (including turning centres) for removing metal – horizontal lathes:numerically controlled.
8459– Machine-tools (including way-type unit head machines) for drilling, boring, milling, threading or tapping by removing metal, other than lathes (including turning centres) of heading 8458 way type unit head machines.
8460- Machine-tools for deburring, sharpening, grinding, honing, lapping, polishing or otherwise finishing metal, or cermets by means of grinding stones, abrasives or polishing products, other than gear cutting, gear grinding or gear finishing machines of head.
8461– Machine-tools for planing, shaping, slotting, broaching, gear cutting, gear grinding or gear finishing, sawing, cutting-off and other machine tools working by removing metal, or cermets, not elsewhere specified or included – shaping or slotting machines.
846693- Parts and accessories suitable for use solely or principally with the machines of headings 8456 to.
8465, including work or tool holders, self-opening dieheads, dividing heads and other special attachments for machine-tools; tool holders for any type of to.
Product Coverage, IS Standards, HS Codes, and Impacted Industries
| Product Type | HS Codes | Relevant IS Standards | Standard Type | Impacted Industries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CNC/Turning/Milling Tools | 8457, 8458, 8459 | IS 17259, IS 17277 | Type C | Automotive, Aerospace, Tool Rooms |
| Grinding/Lapping Machines | 8460, 8461 | IS 17254, IS/IEC 60204-1, IS 16819 | Type C/B/A | Heavy Engineering, Railways, Defence |
| EDM Machines | 8456 | IS 16504, IS 16819 | Type B/A | Precision Machining, Tool & Die |
| Components/Sub-assemblies | 846693 | IS 16569, IS/IEC 60204-1 | Type B | All above sectors |
Additional Notes
- IS 16819 is the foundation Type A safety standard for all machinery.
- Type B standards apply to electrical and mechanical subsystems.
- When notified, Type C (product-specific) IS codes override general ones.
- BIS will separately notify compliance dates for sub-assemblies/components.
Industries & Stakeholders Impacted
- Metalworking and precision engineering companies.
- Manufacturers and importers of machine tools.
- Public procurement agencies and OEM suppliers.
- MSMEs in the fabrication and tool-making sector.
Exemptions
This QCO does not apply to:
- Products manufactured exclusively for export.
- Equipment already under other BIS QCOs.
- Machines covered under CMVR, 1989 (MoRTH).
Legal Consequences & Penalties
Any person or entity that manufactures, stores, imports, or sells compressors without BIS certification after the enforcement date is liable under the BIS Act, 2016. Penalties include:
- Seizure of non-compliant goods.
- Cancellation of BIS license.
- Ban on sale/import.
- Fine: ₹2 lakh (first offence), ₹5 lakh (repeat offences).
- Imprisonment: Up to 2 years.
The BIS is fully authorized to inspect premises, take legal action, and prosecute offenders under Section 29(3) of the Act.
Summary & Next Steps
This regulation mandates BIS certification for all metal cutting machines and related parts from 1 September 2026. Manufacturers and importers must now initiate BIS registration, identify applicable IS standards, complete testing, and comply with labeling and documentation under Scheme X. Immediate action is required to meet compliance timelines and avoid penalties. Stakeholders should also monitor Gazette notifications for any further implementation updates.
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