Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances
Electric Steam Cookers
Strategic Recommendations for Electric Steam Cookers — IS 302 (Part 1): 2024
- Start BIS Certification in Advance of Deadlines
Manufacturers and importers should initiate BIS certification under Scheme-I well before the phased enforcement dates (1 October 2026 / 1 January 2027 / 1 April 2027) to accommodate testing, inspection, and approval timelines. - Engage ERA Compliance Experts
ERA’s compliance team provides end-to-end support for BIS certification, including application filing, coordination with BIS-recognised laboratories, factory audit readiness, corrective action support, and ISI marking approval to ensure smooth and timely compliance. - Reach Out for Support
For product eligibility checks, documentation guidance, and certification timelines, stakeholders may directly connect with ERA’s compliance team.
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Stay updated on future Government notifications, BIS amendments, and enforcement changes by regularly tracking Gazette publications and subscribing to the ERA Newsletter for timely regulatory alerts and compliance updates. - Ensure ISI Marking and Product Compliance Control
Only BIS-certified electric steam cookers conforming to IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 and bearing the ISI Mark should be manufactured, imported, or sold in India. Non-certified or transitional stock must be strictly segregated and managed as per notified provisions.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Electric Steam Cookers |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 / IEC 60335-1: 2020. |
| Title of Indian Standard | Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Safety – Part 1: General Requirements |
| Notification & Amendments | Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026 notified vide S.O. 1739(E) dated 6 April 2026 by DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry; supersedes QCO 2025 except for prior actions. |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure safety of electric steam cookers by mandating compliance with electrical, thermal, and mechanical safety requirements, covering appliances intended for household, commercial, or similar use within specified voltage limits. |
| Products Covered | Electric steam cookers used for cooking and steaming food, including variants operating on AC, DC, or battery supply within prescribed voltage limits. |
| Implementation Dates (Category-wise) |
General Enterprises: 1 October 2026; Small Enterprises: 1 January 2027; Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2027. |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured for export; up to 200 units per year for R&D (non-commercial use); declared pre-implementation stock allowed for sale up to six months; products covered under other QCOs excluded. |
| Special Coverage | Includes DC supplied and battery-operated electric steam cookers within the broader electrical appliance category. |
| Industries Impacted | Kitchen appliance manufacturers, food equipment brands, OEM suppliers, importers, distributors, retailers, and e-commerce platforms. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Products must conform to IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 and bear the BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS licence before sale or distribution. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Identify applicable models; initiate BIS certification; conduct testing; complete factory inspection; obtain licence; ensure ISI marking before enforcement. |
| Certification, Enforcement Authority & Legal Provision | BIS is the certifying and enforcing authority under Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of BIS Act, 2016; certification under Scheme-I of BIS Regulations, 2018. |
| Penalty for Non-Compliance |
Imprisonment up to 2 years, Fine starting from ₹2 lakh up to ten times product value, Additional penalties for continued violations and seizure of goods. |
| Amendments & Latest Applicability | Latest IS standards including amendments notified by BIS from time to time apply automatically. |
| Conclusion | BIS certification is mandatory for electric steam cookers from notified dates; early compliance ensures market continuity and legal adherence. |
| References/Annexures | Gazette Notification S.O. 1739(E) dated 6 April 2026; BIS Act, 2016; BIS Regulations, 2018. |
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Notification
Electric Steam Cookers have been notified under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026, issued vide S.O. 1739(E) dated 6 April 2026 by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry. This Order replaces the earlier 2025 Quality Control framework, except for actions taken prior to such supersession, and mandates compliance with IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 aligned with international safety standard IEC 60335-1.
Enforcement Timeline
The Order provides a phased enforcement schedule to facilitate industry transition. Compliance becomes mandatory from 1 October 2026 for general enterprises, followed by 1 January 2027 for small enterprises and 1 April 2027 for micro enterprises, ensuring adequate time for certification, testing, and operational alignment.
Overview
Electric steam cookers, widely used in both domestic kitchens and commercial food service operations, are now subject to uniform safety regulations under BIS. IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 defines comprehensive safety requirements covering electrical insulation, resistance to heat, protection against electric shock, durability under repeated use, and safe handling of steam and moisture. This regulatory move is intended to eliminate unsafe or substandard appliances and standardize safety performance across the Indian market.
Objective & Scope
The primary objective is to safeguard consumers from risks such as electric shock, overheating, fire hazards, and mechanical failures associated with electric cooking appliances. The scope includes all electric steam cookers designed for use in household, commercial, or similar environments, including appliances powered through AC supply, DC supply, or battery operation, within specified voltage limits.
Products Covered
The regulation covers all types of electric steam cookers used for steaming or cooking food, including standalone units, multifunctional kitchen appliances with steam cooking capability, and portable or battery-operated variants falling within the prescribed technical scope.
Exemptions Provided
Limited exemptions are available for products manufactured exclusively for export, imports for research and development purposes up to specified limits, and pre-implementation stock that may be sold for up to six months subject to declaration and compliance conditions. Appliances already covered under other QCOs are excluded to avoid regulatory overlap.
Industries Impacted
The Order impacts a wide range of stakeholders including kitchen appliance manufacturers, commercial food equipment suppliers, importers, distributors, retailers, and online marketplaces dealing in electric cooking appliances.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers and importers must obtain BIS certification under Scheme-I, ensure testing through BIS-recognised laboratories, comply with factory inspection and quality control norms, and affix the ISI Mark on all compliant products before placing them in the market.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Stakeholders should promptly identify covered products, initiate certification processes, upgrade quality and safety systems, and align production timelines with enforcement deadlines to avoid supply disruptions.
Legal Provisions & Penalties
Certification and enforcement fall under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per the BIS Act, 2016. Non-compliance may result in imprisonment up to two years, fines starting from ₹2 lakh and extending up to ten times the value of goods, or both, along with additional penalties for continuing violations.
Conclusion
Compliance with IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is mandatory for electric steam cookers from the notified dates. Early adherence ensures regulatory compliance, uninterrupted market access, and enhanced consumer trust.
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