Drums and Tins
Bitumen Drums (IS 3575:1993)
Strategic Recommendations for IS 3575:1993 (Bitumen Drums)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Compliance deadlines: 17 Apr 2024 (Large/Medium), 17 Jul 2024 (Small), 17 Oct 2024 (Micro).
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- Ensure Proper Marking & Documentation
All bitumen drums must bear the ISI mark before distribution.
Exempted categories (exports/filled imports) must be properly declared and documented.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Bitumen Drums |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | (IS 3575:1993) |
| Title of Indian Standard | Bitumen Drums |
| Quality Control Order | Drums and Tins (Quality Control) Order, 2023 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 4596(E), dated 17 October 2023 |
| Final Enforcement Date | Large & Medium Enterprises: 17 April 2024 Small Enterprises: 17 July 2024 Micro Enterprises: 17 October 2024 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure safe handling, durability, and standardization of steel drums specifically designed for storing and transporting bitumen and allied materials. |
| Products Covered | Steel drums manufactured for packaging, storage, and transport of bitumen used in road construction and industrial applications. |
| Exemptions |
- Drums manufactured exclusively for export. - Imported drums already filled with bitumen or other liquid/semi-solid contents. |
| Industries Impacted |
- Road Construction & Infrastructure - Petroleum & Bitumen Suppliers - Logistics & Transport Sector |
| Mandatory Compliance | Must conform to IS 3575:1993, bear the ISI mark, and obtain BIS license under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete BIS-approved lab testing, ensure ISI marking on all drums, declare exempted goods if applicable. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016 by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of non-compliant goods, suspension/cancellation of license, monetary penalties, imprisonment up to 2 years. |
| Conclusion | IS 3575:1993 compliance is mandatory by phased deadlines. This ensures uniform quality and safety of drums used in road and industrial bitumen packaging. |
| References / Annexures | Drums & Tins (QCO), 2023: S.O. 4596(E) [17 Oct 2023] |
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Notification
The product Bitumen Drums, covered under the Drums and Tins (Quality Control) Order, 2023 notified via S.O. 4596(E) dated 17 October 2023, issued by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry under the BIS Act, 2016. The order mandates BIS certification and ISI marking for all bitumen drums manufactured or sold in India.
Enforcement Timeline
- Large & Medium Enterprises: 17 April 2024
- Small Enterprises: 17 July 2024
- Micro Enterprises: 17 October 2024
Overview
Bitumen drums are critical for the safe storage and transportation of bitumen, a key input in road construction and industrial applications. Their structural strength and heat resistance are essential to prevent leakage, spillage, or deformation during handling and transport.
Objective & Scope
IS 3575:1993 specifies design, material thickness, construction, welding, and performance requirements for steel drums intended for bitumen storage. It ensures that drums are durable, safe, and capable of withstanding heavy-duty usage in demanding field conditions.
Products Covered
 Steel drums designed for packaging, storage, and transportation of bitumen.
Exemptions Provided
- Goods manufactured solely for export.
- Imported drums already filled with bitumen or other materials in powder, semi-solid, or liquid state.
Industries Impacted
- Road construction and infrastructure developers
- Petroleum and bitumen suppliers
- Logistics and transportation companies involved in bulk bitumen distribution
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All bitumen drums must be BIS certified under IS 3575:1993 and bear the ISI mark under Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Next Steps for Stakeholders​
Manufacturers should apply for BIS licensing, conduct required product testing, affix ISI marks before sale or transport, and declare exempted stock where applicable.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the certification and enforcement authority under the BIS Act, 2016. Penalties for violations include fines, product seizure, license suspension/cancellation, and imprisonment of up to two years.
Conclusion
From April to October 2024, depending on enterprise size, compliance with IS 3575:1993 is mandatory. This regulation strengthens quality and safety standards for bitumen drums, safeguarding infrastructure supply chains.
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