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IS 8828: Circuit Breakers for Overcurrent Protection
Strategic Recommendations – IS 8828 (Circuit Breakers)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Apply for Standard-Mark (Scheme-I) BIS certification for IS 8828 to comply with QCO requirements. - Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
Engage ERA for assistance with Product Manual testing, factory audit preparation, and BIS application. - Reach Out for Support
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For support with test planning, timelines, and certification dossier prep. - Track QCO Amendments & Exemptions
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Apply the ISI mark only after licence grant. Maintain QA records, test reports, and traceability for audit readiness.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Circuit Breakers for Overcurrent Protection for Household and Similar Installations |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 8828 (refer BIS for latest revision year) |
| Title of Indian Standard | Electrical Accessories — Circuit Breakers for Overcurrent Protection for Household and Similar Installations |
| Quality Control Order | Electrical Wires, Cables, Appliances and Protection Devices and Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2003 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 189(E) dated 17 Feb 2003; subsequently amended via S.O. 165(E) (5 Feb 2004), S.O. 1172(E) (22 Aug 2005), S.O. 512(E) (19 Feb 2009), S.O. 2058(E) (7 Aug 2009), and S.O. 2604(E) (19 Oct 2010) — 2010 amended the QCO proviso. |
| Final Enforcement Date | 17 February 2003 (effective date of QCO enforcement) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure electrical and mechanical safety and reliable overcurrent protection via circuit breakers used in household/similar installations. |
| Products Covered | Circuit breakers designed for overcurrent protection (MCBs, MCCBs, similar) for household use—manual reset, thermal/magnetic operation, various ratings, per IS 8828. |
| Exemptions | Export-only consignments may be exempt under the QCO proviso (requires Central Government approval); no domestic exemption. |
| Industries Impacted | Manufacturers of circuit breakers, switchgear OEMs, importers, distributors, electricians, construction contractors, and testing labs. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS Standard-Mark (Scheme-I) certification required; ISI mark mandatory on product/nameplate/packaging; testing per Product Manual in BIS-recognised labs. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS licence under Scheme-I; conduct Product Manual/type testing; implement QA, batch traceability and correct marking protocols. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforcement under BIS Act, 2016 and Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018; QCO enacted under BIS authority—inspections and action by authorised officers. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of non-compliant goods, licence suspension/cancellation, monetary fines, and prosecution (including imprisonment where applicable). |
| Conclusion | IS 8828 circuit breakers require BIS certification and ISI marking for manufacture, import, and sale since 17 February 2003. |
| References / Annexures | IS 8828 (latest revision); QCO S.O. 189(E) [17 Feb 2003] and amendments S.O. 165(E), S.O. 1172(E), S.O. 512(E), S.O. 2058(E), S.O. 2604(E); BIS Product Manual. |
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Notification
Circuit breakers for household/similar installations, under IS 8828, were added to the mandatory certification list in the Electrical Wires, Cables, Appliances and Protection Devices and Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2003, notified via S.O. 189(E) on 17 February 2003. The QCO was later amended through S.O. 165(E) (5 Feb 2004), S.O. 1172(E) (22 Aug 2005), S.O. 512(E) (19 Feb 2009), S.O. 2058(E) (7 Aug 2009) and S.O. 2604(E) (19 Oct 2010).
Enforcement Timeline
The QCO became effective on 17 February 2003, meaning certification and ISI marking were mandatory from that date onward.
Overview
IS 8828 specifies requirements for manually operated circuit breakers used in domestic and similar installations for overcurrent protection, including performance, safety, thermal/magnetic characteristics, and construction.
Objective & Scope
To ensure that circuit breakers used by households and similar settings are safe, reliable, and perform correctly to prevent electrical hazards such as fire and shock.
Products Covered
Circuit breakers (like MCBs) with manual reset, thermal/magnetic malfunction protection, suitable for domestic wiring systems, as per IS 8828.
Exemptions Provided
Export-only consignments can be exempted under the QCO proviso subject to approval; these exemptions do not apply to domestically sold units.
Industries Impacted
This includes manufacturers, OEM switchgear suppliers, importers, distributors, electricians, developers, and accredited testing laboratories.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers and importers must obtain BIS Standard-Mark (Scheme-I) certification. Products must be tested per the Product Manual in BIS-recognised labs and must be ISI marked prior to sale.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Apply to BIS for Scheme-I certification; arrange Product Manual testing; strengthen quality systems; ensure ISI marking and updated packaging.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
Enforced under BIS Act, 2016 and Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018. Authorised officers can conduct inspections, confiscate non-compliant products and initiate legal action, including fines and imprisonment.
Conclusion
IS 8828 circuit breakers are under mandatory certification since 17 February 2003. All manufacturers, importers and sellers must hold valid BIS licence and ISI marking for compliance.
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