Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances
Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines
Strategic Recommendations for Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines — 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.
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Track Gazette Notifications and Amendments
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 floor treatment and wet scrubbing machines 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 | Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines |
| 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. |
| Implementation Dates (Category-wise) | General Enterprises: 1 October 2026; Small Enterprises: 1 January 2027; Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2027. |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure safety and performance of electrically operated floor treatment and wet scrubbing machines by prescribing requirements related to electrical protection, mechanical safety, durability, and operational reliability for household and commercial use. |
| Products Covered | Floor treatment machines and wet scrubbing machines used for cleaning, polishing, scrubbing, or maintaining floor surfaces in residential, commercial, and industrial environments. |
| 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 6 months with conditions; products covered under other QCOs excluded. |
| Special Coverage | Includes AC, DC, and battery-operated machines within voltage limits up to 250V (single-phase) and 480V (other applications), covering both household and commercial cleaning equipment |
| Industries Impacted | Cleaning equipment manufacturers, facility management equipment suppliers, OEMs, importers, distributors, commercial cleaning service providers, retailers, and e-commerce platforms |
| Mandatory Compliance | Products must conform to IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 and bear the ISI Mark under BIS Scheme-I licence prior to manufacture, import, sale, or distribution |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Identify product categories; align designs with IS requirements; conduct BIS-recognised lab testing; complete factory inspection; obtain BIS licence; ensure ISI marking before enforcement deadlines |
| Certification, Enforcement & Legal Framework | BIS is the certifying and enforcing authority under Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016; certification under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018 |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Imprisonment up to 2 years, Fine starting from ₹2 lakh up to ten times the value of goods, Additional penalties for continuing violations and seizure of non-compliant goods. |
| Amendment Clause | Latest version of IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 including all amendments notified by BIS from time to time shall apply automatically |
| Conclusion | BIS certification is mandatory for floor treatment and wet scrubbing machines from the notified dates, ensuring safety compliance and uninterrupted market access |
| References/Annexures | Gazette Notification S.O. 1739(E) dated 6 April 2026; BIS Act, 2016; BIS Regulations, 2018; IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 |
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Notification
Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines have been brought under mandatory quality control through the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026, notified 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 supersedes the earlier 2025 Quality Control Order, except in respect of actions taken or omitted before such supersession, and mandates compliance with IS 302 (Part 1): 2024, aligned with international safety standards under IEC 60335-1.
Overview
The regulatory framework ensures that electrically operated floor cleaning machines meet stringent safety and performance requirements. IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 defines key parameters such as protection against electric shock, insulation resistance, temperature limits, mechanical strength, and operational safety. These machines, often used in high-load commercial environments, pose risks if not properly designed, and this regulation aims to eliminate substandard products from the Indian market.
Objective & Scope
The primary objective is to safeguard users from electrical, thermal, and mechanical hazards associated with floor treatment and scrubbing machines. The scope includes appliances used in residential, commercial, and industrial cleaning operations, including machines powered through AC supply, DC supply, or battery systems, within specified voltage limits.
Products Covered
All types of electrically operated floor treatment machines and wet scrubbing machines intended for cleaning, polishing, or maintaining floor surfaces are covered under this regulation, including equipment used in malls, hospitals, offices, and industrial facilities.
Exemptions Provided
The Order allows exemptions for export-oriented manufacturing, limited R&D imports (up to 200 units annually), and pre-implementation stock declared in accordance with BIS requirements, which may be sold for up to six months after enforcement. Products governed under other specific QCOs are excluded.
Industries Impacted
The regulation affects manufacturers of cleaning equipment, facility management solution providers, OEM suppliers, importers, distributors, and sellers operating through offline and online channels, particularly those dealing in commercial cleaning machinery.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers and importers must obtain BIS certification under Scheme-I, ensure product testing in BIS-recognised laboratories, comply with factory inspection requirements, and affix the ISI Mark on all compliant products before they are introduced into the Indian market.
Enforcement Timeline
The implementation is phased to provide transition time for different categories of enterprises. Mandatory compliance will come into force from 1 October 2026 for general enterprises, followed by 1 January 2027 for small enterprises and 1 April 2027 for micro enterprises, ensuring structured adoption across the industry.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Stakeholders should identify all applicable product models, initiate the BIS certification process, align product design and quality systems with IS standards, and plan certification timelines in advance to avoid supply disruptions.
Legal Provisions & Penalties
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) administers certification and enforcement under the BIS Act, 2016. Non-compliance may lead to 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 continued violations.
Conclusion
Compliance with IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 is mandatory for floor treatment and wet scrubbing machines from the notified enforcement dates. Early compliance ensures regulatory approval, uninterrupted operations, and improved product safety in the Indian market.
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