Miscellaneous Steel Products
Bar/Wire Wrapped Steel Cylinder Pipes
Strategic Recommendations for IS 15155:2020 (Steel Cylinder Pipes)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Large enterprises must comply by 27 March 2024; Small enterprises by 27 June 2024; Micro enterprises by 27 September 2024. - Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
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All pipes and specials must carry the ISI mark before sale. Export consignments must be separately declared to avail exemption.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Bar or wire Wrapped Steel Cylinder Pipes with Mortar Lining and Coating Including Specials |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 15155:2020 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Bar or wire Wrapped Steel Cylinder Pipes with Mortar Lining and Coating Including Specials – Specifications |
| Quality Control Order | Miscellaneous Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2023 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 4240(E), dated 25 September 2023 |
| Final Enforcement Date | Large Enterprises: 27 March 2024 (6 months from notification) Small Enterprises: 27 June 2024 (9 months from notification) Micro Enterprises: 27 September 2024 (12 months from notification) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure strength, durability, and safety of steel cylinder pipes with mortar lining/coating used in infrastructure and water supply applications by mandating BIS certification. |
| Products Covered | Bar or wire wrapped steel cylinder pipes with internal mortar lining and external mortar coating, including specials used in pressure pipelines. |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured exclusively for export are exempted. |
| Industries Impacted | - Steel Pipe Manufacturers - Water Supply & Irrigation Infrastructure - Construction & Civil Engineering Sector - EPC Contractors for water transmission projects |
| Mandatory Compliance | Conformity to IS 15155:2020, BIS license under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018, ISI marking mandatory before sale. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete testing in BIS-recognized labs, update technical documentation, ensure ISI marking on pipes and specials, declare export goods separately. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016; BIS is the certification & enforcement authority. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Punishable under BIS Act, 2016: fines, seizure, suspension/cancellation of BIS license, imprisonment up to 2 years. |
| Conclusion | BIS certification under IS 15155:2020 is mandatory for all bar/wire wrapped steel cylinder pipes with mortar lining and coating (including specials) sold in India by the respective enforcement deadlines. |
| References / Annexures | Miscellaneous Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2023 – S.O. 4240(E), dated 25 September 2023 |
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Notification
Bar or wire wrapped steel cylinder pipes with mortar lining and coating including specials covered under the Miscellaneous Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2023, issued via S.O. 4240(E), dated 25 September 2023 by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry under the BIS Act, 2016.
Enforcement Timeline
- Large Enterprises: 27 March 2024 (6 months from notification)
- Small Enterprises: 27 June 2024 (9 months from notification)
- Micro Enterprises: 27 September 2024 (12 months from notification)
Overview
Bar/wire wrapped steel cylinder pipes are widely used in water supply pipelines, irrigation networks, and infrastructure projects, requiring high durability, strength, and corrosion resistance. Given their role in critical civil engineering works, regulating quality through BIS standards ensures long service life, safety, and uniform performance.
Objective & Scope
The objective of IS 15155:2020 is to mandate uniform specifications for bar/wire wrapped steel cylinder pipes lined and coated with mortar, including specials, to improve durability, internal lining protection, and external corrosion resistance. The scope covers dimensional requirements, materials, testing methods, and performance characteristics.
Products Covered
The standard applies to bar or wire wrapped steel cylinder pipes with internal mortar lining and external mortar coating, including specials designed for use in pressure pipelines and infrastructure.
Exemptions Provided
The Order does not apply to goods manufactured exclusively for export.
Industries Impacted
- Steel Pipe Manufacturers
- Water Supply & Irrigation Infrastructure Sector
- Construction & Civil Engineering Contractors
- EPC Companies executing pipeline projects
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All covered products must conform to IS 15155:2020 and bear the ISI mark under a BIS license granted in accordance with Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Next Steps for Stakeholders​
Manufacturers and contractors must:
- Apply to BIS for certification and licensing,
- Conduct product testing in BIS-recognized laboratories,
- Ensure ISI marking on all products before sale,
- Maintain proper records for exempted export consignments.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
BIS is the certification and enforcement authority under the BIS Act, 2016. Non-compliance may lead to seizure of goods, fines, suspension/cancellation of license, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
From March–September 2024, depending on enterprise size, manufacturers of bar/wire wrapped steel cylinder pipes with mortar lining and coating must obtain BIS certification under IS 15155:2020. This QCO ensures quality, safety, and durability in India’s pipeline infrastructure projects while aligning domestic manufacturing with global standards.
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