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Liquefied Petroleum Gas Containers for Automotive Use
Strategic Recommendations – IS 14899 (LPG Containers for Automotive Use)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Although not under BIS QCO, ensure immediate compliance with IS 14899 requirements and obtain PESO approvals for design, manufacturing, and testing. - Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
Engage ERA experts for guidance on PESO licensing, cylinder stamping protocols, and IS 15100 valve/regulator compliance. - Reach Out for Support
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For assistance with PESO applications, hydrostatic testing arrangements, and compliance documentation. - Track QCO Amendments & Exemptions
Subscribe to ERA Newsletter Regularly for monitor updates such as the Gas Cylinders (Amendment) Rules, 2022, and any future changes impacting LPG container compliance. - Ensure Marking & Documentation
Stamp all cylinders with manufacturer ID, water capacity, test/expiry dates, and maintain lifecycle testing/inspection records in line with PESO norms.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Containers for Automotive Use (Auto-LPG containers). |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 14899 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Liquefied Petroleum Gas Containers for Automotive Use – Specification. |
| Quality Control Order | Not a BIS QCO. Governed under the Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016 (GSR 1081(E)), issued under the Explosives Act, 1884. |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via GSR 1081(E), dated 22 November 2016, Ministry of Commerce & Industry; superseded Gas Cylinders Rules, 2004. Originated from draft rules GSR 779(E), dated 13 October 2015. Later amendments (e.g., Gas Cylinders (Amendment) Rules, 2022). |
| Final Enforcement Date | 22 November 2016 (date of Gazette notification). |
| Objective & Scope | To regulate design, manufacture, inspection, testing, marking, service life, and safe use of gas cylinders. Auto-LPG containers conforming to IS 14899 are specifically recognised in Schedule I. |
| Products Covered | Automotive LPG containers installed in vehicles as fuel tanks, manufactured as per IS 14899. |
| Exemptions | No specific exemption for IS 14899. General exemptions apply under Rule 44 (e.g., possession of small LPG quantities without licence). |
| Industries Impacted | Cylinder manufacturers, automotive OEMs & retrofitters, LPG distributors, filling/transport operators, inspection agencies, PESO licensing authorities. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Containers must conform to IS 14899; PESO approval mandatory; marking of manufacturer ID, working/test pressure, water capacity, and service life (15 years); valves/regulators must comply with IS 15100. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Obtain PESO approval; register markings; conduct hydrostatic testing; track cylinder service life; comply with IS 15100 for valves/regulators; obtain licences for filling and storage. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under the Explosives Act, 1884 and Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016, administered by PESO. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of cylinders, cancellation of licence, monetary fines, prosecution under the Explosives Act, 1884. |
| Conclusion | IS 14899 auto-LPG containers are not covered by BIS QCO but are mandatory under Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016; compliance with IS 14899 and IS 15100 is compulsory. |
| References / Annexures | GSR 1081(E) [22 Nov 2016]; Draft GSR 779(E) [13 Oct 2015]; superseded Gas Cylinders Rules, 2004; later amendments (Gas Cylinders Amendment Rules, 2022). |
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Notification
Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) containers for automotive use, covered under IS 14899, are regulated through the Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016, notified via GSR 1081(E) dated 22 November 2016 by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry under the Explosives Act, 1884. These Rules superseded the earlier Gas Cylinders Rules, 2004, and originated from draft GSR 779(E) dated 13 October 2015. They were later updated through the Gas Cylinders (Amendment) Rules, 2022.
Enforcement Timeline
The Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016 became effective on 22 November 2016, the date of Gazette notification. All automotive LPG containers manufactured or used thereafter must comply with IS 14899 and PESO approval requirements.
Overview
 IS 14899 specifies the requirements for LPG containers used in vehicles as fuel tanks. It covers their design, manufacture, testing, inspection, and marking to ensure safe automotive use. Containers are included in Schedule I of the Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016.
Objective & Scope
The primary objective is to ensure that automotive LPG containers are safe, reliable, and durable by mandating compliance with IS 14899. The Rules also regulate life-cycle management, including hydrostatic testing, stamping, and marking, to prevent accidents and ensure safe operation.
Products Covered
Automotive LPG containers used as fuel tanks in motor vehicles, designed and tested as per IS 14899.
Exemptions Provided
There are no specific exemptions for IS 14899. However, general exemptions under Rule 44 of the Gas Cylinders Rules apply, such as possession of small LPG quantities without licence.
Industries Impacted
 Manufacturers of LPG cylinders, automotive OEMs and retrofitters, LPG distributors, filling and transport operators, PESO-approved testing stations, and inspection agencies.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All auto-LPG containers must conform to IS 14899. Manufacturers must obtain PESO approval, register markings, and conduct mandatory hydrostatic testing. Each container must bear markings including manufacturer ID, water capacity, test/expiry date, and working/test pressure. Containers have a 15-year service life, extendable by PESO. Valves and regulators must conform to IS 15100.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Manufacturers and users must obtain PESO approval, register product markings, set up or tie up with approved hydrostatic testing stations, track service life of containers, and ensure IS 15100-compliant valves and regulators. They must also maintain valid licences for manufacture, storage, filling, and transport.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016 are enforced under the Explosives Act, 1884, with the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO) as the enforcement authority. Non-compliance may result in seizure of containers, cancellation of licences, monetary fines, or imprisonment.
Conclusion
IS 14899 automotive LPG containers are regulated under the Gas Cylinders Rules, 2016, not via BIS QCO. Compliance with IS 14899, IS 15100, and PESO requirements is mandatory to ensure safety, reliability, and legal approval for use in vehicles.
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