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Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture of Shell Bodies and Proof Shots Used in Defence Services
Strategic Recommendations for Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture of Shell Bodies and Proof Shots Used in Defence Services IS 14698:1999
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Apply for BIS certification under IS 14698:1999 without delay, as enforcement is already in effect. - Engage ERA Compliance Experts
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All consignments must bear the ISI mark and a valid BIS Test Certificate before domestic sale or supply. Non-conforming material must be scrapped per BIS Act provisions.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture of Shell Bodies and Proof Shots Used in Defence Services |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No | IS 14698:1999 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Specification for Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture of Shell Bodies and Proof Shots Used in Defence Services |
| ITC (HS) Code | 72071120, 72071130, 72071190, 72071210, 72071220, 72071990, 72072010, 72072030, 72072090, 72141090, 72149110, 72149990, 72155090, 72155010, 72159090, 72241000, 72249091, 72071230, 72071290, 72071920, 72149190, 72249099 |
| Quality Control Order | Covered under the Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024 |
| Notification & Amendments | S.O. 3716(E), dated 29th August 2024 (superseding S.O. 574(E), dated 5th February 2024) |
| Final Enforcement Date | With immediate effect (30th August 2024) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, chemical composition, mechanical properties, and conformity of carbon and low alloy steel used in defence shells and proof shots. |
| Products Covered | Carbon and low alloy billets, blooms, slabs, and bars used for manufacture of shell bodies and proof shots for defence applications. |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured domestically solely for export and conforming to foreign buyer specifications. |
| Industries Impacted | - Defence Manufacturing- Ordnance Factories- Heavy Engineering & Steel Fabrication- Strategic Industries- EPC Contractors in Defence Infrastructure |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Products must bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a BIS license.- Each consignment must be accompanied by a BIS Test Certificate.- Non-conforming material must be scrapped as per BIS Act provisions. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | - Apply for BIS certification under Scheme-I.- Align production with IS 14698:1999.- Maintain quality control documentation.- Ensure ISI marking before domestic sale or supply. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Governed under Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016. BIS is the certifying and enforcement authority. |
| Penalties | Imprisonment up to 2 years, or fine of not less than ₹2 lakh (extendable up to 10× value of goods), or both. Continuing offences may attract additional ₹5,000 per day fine. |
| Supersession & Amendment Clause | Supersedes earlier QCO (S.O. 574(E), dated 5th February 2024). Future BIS amendments to IS 14698:1999 will automatically apply. |
| Conclusion | Compliance with BIS certification is mandatory for all domestic manufacturers and suppliers of carbon and low alloy billets, blooms, slabs, and bars for defence applications to ensure quality, safety, and strategic reliability. |
| References/Annexures | Gazette Notification S.O. 3716(E), dated 29th August 2024; Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024; BIS Act, 2016 |
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Notification
 The product Carbon and Low Alloy Billets, Blooms, Slabs and Bars for Manufacture of Shell Bodies and Proof Shots Used in Defence Services, classified under multiple ITC (HS) codes (72071120, 72071130, 72071190, 72071210, 72071220, 72071990, 72072010, 72072030, 72072090, 72141090, 72149110, 72149990, 72155090, 72155010, 72159090, 72241000, 72249091, 72071230, 72071290, 72071920, 72149190, 72249099), has been brought under mandatory quality control through the Steel and Steel Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024, notified via S.O. 3716(E), dated 29th August 2024 by the Ministry of Steel. This supersedes the earlier QCO notified as S.O. 574(E), dated 5th February 2024.
Enforcement Timeline
- Notification Date: 29th August 2024
- Effective Date: 30th August 2024
- Enforcement: With immediate effect
Overview
The regulation mandates adherence to IS 14698:1999 for carbon and low alloy steel billets, blooms, slabs, and bars used in defence shell bodies and proof shots. This ensures chemical composition, mechanical strength, and conformity to BIS standards, supporting safety and reliability in strategic defence manufacturing.
Objective & Scope
The order seeks to eliminate substandard steel from the domestic market and enforce BIS-certified production for defence and strategic industries.
Products Covered
Applies specifically to carbon and low alloy billets, blooms, slabs, and bars intended for manufacture of shell bodies and proof shots for defence services.
Exemptions Provided
Products manufactured solely for export and conforming to foreign buyer specifications are exempt.
Industries Impacted
- Defence Manufacturing
- Ordnance Factories
- Heavy Engineering & Steel Fabrication
- Strategic Industries
- EPC Contractors in Defence Infrastructure
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
- Every consignment must carry the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS license.
- Compliance with IS 14698:1999 is compulsory.
- Each consignment must include a BIS Test Certificate.
- Non-conforming material must be scrapped per BIS Act provisions.
Next Steps for Stakeholders​
- Apply for BIS certification under Scheme-I immediately.
- Align production and quality systems with IS 14698:1999.
- Maintain rigorous in-house testing and quality control.
- Ensure marking and certification before distribution or sale in India.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
Issued under Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016. BIS is the certifying and enforcement authority. Violations attract penalties under Section 29 of the BIS Act, 2016:
- Imprisonment up to 2 years, or
- Fine of not less than ₹2 lakh (extendable up to 10× value of goods), or both.
- Continuing offences may incur additional ₹5,000 per day fine.
Conclusion
Compliance with IS 14698:1999 and the listed ITC (HS) codes is mandatory with immediate effect. Stakeholders must obtain BIS certification, ensure ISI marking, maintain documentation, and align manufacturing practices to safeguard market access and strategic compliance.
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