Copying Machines/Duplicators
Strategic Recommendations for Copying Machines / Duplicators – IS 13252 (Part 1):2010
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Review all copier and duplicator models for compliance with IS 13252 (Part 1):2010 – electrical safety, fire hazard resistance, and durability – and confirm BIS marking obligations.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Copying Machines / Duplicators |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Information Technology Equipment – Safety – General Requirements |
| Quality Control Order | Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 (superseded by CRS Order, 2021) under the BIS Act, 2016 |
| Notification & Amendments |
- S.O. 2357(E), dated 3rd October 2012 (original CRS Order) - S.O. 822(E), dated 20th March 2013 (extension & compliance) - S.O. 2033(E), dated 5th July 2013 (testing labs extension) - S.O. 2034(E), dated 25th June 2013 (amendment order) - S.O. 2905(E), dated 13th November 2014 (inclusion of Copying Machines / Duplicators) - S.O. 2579(E), dated 21st September 2015 (implementation extension) - S.O. 344(E), dated 3rd February 2016 (final enforcement order) - S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021 (CRS Order 2021 under BIS Act, 2016) - S.O. 1353(E), dated 25th March 2021 (corrigendum) - S.O. 2844(E), dated 1st July 2021 (deferred application, customs labeling, HSE exemption) |
| Final Enforcement Date |
- Under CRS 2012 → 1st March 2016 (as per S.O. 344(E)) - Under CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021 (six months after notification) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure electrical and fire safety of Copying Machines and Duplicators, protecting office and institutional users against risks of shock, overheating, and fire hazards. |
| Products Covered |
- Standalone Copying Machines, - Digital and analog Duplicators,
- Multifunction copiers when used primarily as duplicators. |
| Exemptions | - Products manufactured exclusively for export, - Units imported for testing, R&D, or demonstrations (must be scrapped/exported later), - Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) exempted under CRS 2021. |
| Industries Impacted | - Copier & duplicator manufacturers and OEMs, - IT equipment importers, - Office automation suppliers, - Corporate, government, and institutional buyers. |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010, - Mandatory BIS CRS Registration, - Must bear marking: “Self declaration – Conforming to IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010 – (Unique Registration No.)”. |
| Testing Parameters | - Electrical safety, - Protection against electric shock, - Fire hazard resistance, - Mechanical durability, - Abnormal operation & temperature rise tests. |
| Certification & Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the certification authority. Enforcement assisted by MeitY and local industry authorities. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance |
- Suspension or cancellation of BIS registration, - Seizure of stock,
- Monetary fines, - Imprisonment up to 2 years, or both, under the BIS Act, 2016. |
| Conclusion | All Copying Machines / Duplicators sold, imported, or manufactured in India must be BIS-certified under IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010, ensuring user safety, regulatory compliance, and supply chain reliability. |
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Notification
Copying Machines and Duplicators were notified under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 through S.O. 2905(E), dated 13th November 2014, issued by the Ministry of Communications & IT. The industry was granted extensions via S.O. 2579(E), dated 21st September 2015, and final enforcement was mandated from 1st March 2016 under S.O. 344(E), dated 3rd February 2016. These provisions were later consolidated into the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2021 (S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021) under the BIS Act, 2016, effective from 18th September 2021, with further amendments in March and July 2021.
Overview
Copying Machines and Duplicators are widely used in offices, institutions, and commercial establishments for bulk document reproduction. The applicable standard, IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010, specifies essential electrical safety and fire protection requirements, ensuring safe operation during prolonged and high-volume usage.
Objective & Scope
The regulation ensures that all Copying Machines and Duplicators meet uniform safety benchmarks, protecting end-users from electrical hazards and preventing unsafe products from entering the Indian market.
Products Covered
Standalone copying machines, digital/analog duplicators, and similar office printing/reproduction devices.
Exemptions Provided
- Goods manufactured only for export,
- Devices imported for R&D, testing, or demonstration (to be scrapped/exported later),
- Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) exempt under CRS 2021.
Industries Impacted
Copier OEMs, IT equipment importers, office automation suppliers, large-scale enterprises, and government institutions.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
- All products must conform to IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010,
- Must obtain BIS CRS registration,
- Must display the ISI conformity marking with registration number.
Enforcement Timeline
- CRS 2012 → Effective 1st March 2016,
- CRS 2021 → Applicable from 18th September 2021.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
Non-compliance under the BIS Act, 2016 may lead to seizure of stock, cancellation of registration, fines, or imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
Since 1st March 2016 (continuing under CRS 2021), all Copying Machines and Duplicators sold in India must be BIS-certified under IS 13252 (Part 1): 2010, ensuring safe, standardized, and compliant products in the Indian market.
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