Kitchen Appliances
Domestic Electric Food Mixer (Liquidizers and Grinders) and Centrifugal Juicer
📌 Strategic Recommendations – Domestic Electric Food Mixer (Liquidizers and Grinders) and Centrifugal Juicer IS 4250
- Engage Early with BIS & Labs
Maintain valid BIS license and ensure periodic testing in BIS-approved labs. - Partner with Compliance Experts
Leverage expert support for certification, documentation, and packaging compliance. - Contact ERA Support Team
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Subscribe to the ERA Newsletter for real-time updates on BIS circulars and any amendments in appliance safety standards. - Do a Gap Assessment
Verify product safety features, labeling, and packaging to ensure full compliance with IS 4250.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Domestic Electric Food Mixer (Liquidizers and Grinders) and Centrifugal Juicer |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 4250 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Domestic Electric Food Mixer (Liquidizers and Grinders) and Centrifugal Juicer – Specification |
| Quality Control Order | Kitchen Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2018 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 5243(E), dated 10 October 2018 |
| Final Enforcement Date | 1 May 2019 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure safety, performance, and durability of domestic food mixers, grinders, and juicers through BIS certification and compliance with IS 4250. |
| Products Covered | Domestic food mixers, grinders, liquidizers, and centrifugal juicers intended for household and similar use. |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured exclusively for export. |
| Industries Impacted | Kitchen Appliance Manufacturers, Electrical & Electronics Industry, Importers & Distributors of Small Appliances. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Conformity to IS 4250; ISI marking under BIS license (Scheme-I of BIS Regulations, 2018). |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, conduct safety/performance testing in BIS-recognized labs, update packaging with ISI mark, ensure compliance before sale/import. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016; BIS is the certification and enforcement authority. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Punishable under BIS Act, 2016 – seizure, fines, license cancellation, or imprisonment. |
| Conclusion | Since May 2019, BIS certification under IS 4250 is mandatory for domestic food mixers, grinders, and juicers, ensuring consumer safety and quality. |
| References / Annexures | QCO 2018: S.O. 5243(E), dated 10 October 2018 |
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Notification
Domestic electric food mixers (liquidizers and grinders) and centrifugal juicers were brought under mandatory certification through the Kitchen Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2018, notified via S.O. 5243(E) dated 10 October 2018 by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry under the BIS Act, 2016. This Order made it compulsory that all such appliances manufactured, sold, or imported in India conform to IS 4250 and carry the ISI mark.
Enforcement Timeline
The Order came into effect on 1 May 2019, after which no non-certified food mixers, grinders, liquidizers, or juicers could be manufactured, stored, imported, or sold in India without BIS approval.
Overview
IS 4250 lays down specifications for safety, design, performance, and construction of food mixers, grinders, and centrifugal juicers. It covers aspects such as mechanical stability, resistance to overheating, protection against electric shock, durability of insulation, and operational performance including blending, grinding, and juicing efficiency.
Objective & Scope
The key objective of IS 4250 is to ensure consumer safety and product reliability in small kitchen appliances that are heavily used in Indian households. The scope includes electrical and mechanical safety, material quality, and performance benchmarks to safeguard users against fire hazards, electric shocks, and premature product failures.
Products Covered
- Domestic electric food mixers
- Grinders (wet and dry)
- Liquidizers
- Centrifugal juicers
Exemptions Provided
Appliances manufactured exclusively for export are exempted from mandatory BIS certification.
Industries Impacted
- Small Appliance & Kitchenware Manufacturers
- Electrical & Electronics Appliance Industry
- Importers & Distributors of Kitchen Appliances
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers and importers must obtain a BIS license, get their products tested in BIS-recognized labs, and affix the ISI mark on all units and packaging. Compliance is governed under Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Stakeholders must file BIS applications, ensure conformity to IS 4250 via testing, and declare compliance before products are marketed. Ongoing compliance audits and renewals are also required.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The BIS Act, 2016 empowers BIS to inspect and seize non-compliant appliances. Offences can attract penalties such as seizure of goods, license suspension or cancellation, fines, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
Since 1 May 2019, all domestic food mixers, grinders, liquidizers, and centrifugal juicers must comply with IS 4250 and carry the ISI mark. The QCO ensures higher safety and performance standards in household appliances, protecting consumers and strengthening product reliability.
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