Cast Iron Products
Malleable Cast Iron Pipe Fittings
Strategic Recommendations for Malleable Cast Iron Pipe Fittings (IS 1879:2010)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Start licensing, testing and QMS alignment now to avoid supply disruption. - Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
Partner with ERA to manage BIS applications, coordinate testing at BIS-recognized labs, and implement compliant ISI marking on fittings/packaging. ERA can also support exemption documentation and audit readiness. - Reach Out for Support
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For help with QCO exemption filings, lab coordination, licence timelines, and marking artwork. - Track QCO Amendments & Exemptions
Subscribe to ERA Newsletter for updates to the 2024 QCO, especially MSME exemptions and R&D import (≤ 200 kg/year) record-keeping conditions. - Ensure Marking & Declarations
All fittings must carry the ISI mark with licence number; packaging/artwork must be updated. Keep CA-certified Udyam and R&D import records ready for inspections to avoid penalties under the BIS Act, 2016.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Malleable Cast Iron Pipe Fittings |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 1879:2010. |
| Title of Indian Standard | Malleable Cast Iron Pipe Fittings |
| Quality Control Order | Cast Iron Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024 (supersedes Cast Iron Products QCO, 2023). |
| Notification & Amendments | S.O. 2287(E), dated 13 June 2024; superseded order: S.O. 3806(E), dated 24 August 2023. |
| Final Enforcement Date | General: 1 Sep 2024; Small Enterprises: 1 Dec 2024; Micro Enterprises: 1 Mar 2025. |
| Objective & Scope | Mandates BIS certification and ISI marking for malleable CI fittings to ensure safety, interoperability, and durability under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Products Covered | Malleable cast iron pipe fittings covered by IS 1879:2010. |
| Exemptions | (a) Goods manufactured domestically for export; (b) Udyam-registered domestic manufacturers with ≤ ₹25 lakh investment (original cost) and ≤ ₹2 crore turnover (previous FY), CA-certified; (c) R&D imports up to 200 kg/year with scrap & record conditions. |
| Industries Impacted | Foundries & fittings makers; plumbing, fire-protection, gas & utility contractors; distributors; EPC for water/wastewater. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Conformity to IS 1879:2010; ISI Standard Mark under BIS licence as per Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS licence; complete testing; implement durable ISI marking on fittings/packaging; maintain exemption documentation; align tenders/POs to enforcement dates. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016. BIS is the certifying authority; violation punishable under the Act. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | • Seizure of non-compliant goods • Suspension or cancellation of licence • Fines or imprisonment up to two years, or both |
| Conclusion | BIS certification with ISI marking is mandatory for malleable CI fittings per phased dates; 2024 QCO replaces 2023 QCO. |
| References / Annexures | Cast Iron Products (QCO) 2024 – S.O. 2287(E) (13 Jun 2024); Cast Iron Products (QCO) 2023 – S.O. 3806(E) (24 Aug 2023). |
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Notification
 Malleable cast iron pipe fittings have been notified under the Cast Iron Products (Quality Control) Order, 2024, issued via S.O. 2287(E) dated 13 June 2024 under the BIS Act, 2016; this supersedes the 2023 QCO (S.O. 3806(E) dated 24 August 2023).
Enforcement Timeline
 Compliance deadlines are phased:
- All Manufacturers (General) – 1 September 2024
- Small Enterprises – 1 December 2024
- Micro Enterprises – 1 March 2025
Overview
Malleable CI fittings are widely used in plumbing, gas, fire-protection and utility piping. Reliable dimensions and mechanical properties are critical for leak-free assembly and safety.
Objective & Scope
 The QCO mandates BIS certification and ISI marking so fittings conform to IS 1879:2010, covering material quality, dimensions, threads, pressure integrity and workmanship for consistent performance and interoperability.
Products Covered
 All malleable cast iron pipe fittings falling under IS 1879:2010.
Exemptions Provided
 (1) Goods manufactured domestically for export; (2) Domestic manufacturers registered on Udyam with ≤ ₹25 lakh plant & machinery/equipment (original cost) and ≤ ₹2 crore turnover (previous FY), CA-certified; (3) R&D imports up to 200 kg/year by manufacturers (not for sale; to be scrapped; year-wise records to Government).
Industries Impacted
- Foundries and fittings manufacturers; water, gas and fire-protection EPCs; utilities and municipal bodies; plumbing distributors and contractors.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Products must conform to IS 1879:2010 and bear the ISI Standard Mark under a valid BIS licence (Scheme-I) before sale, import or distribution.
Next Steps for Stakeholders​
Apply to BIS, test in BIS-recognized labs, emboss/apply ISI marking on fittings and packaging, maintain exemption proofs, and update contracts/tenders to insist on ISI-licensed supply.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The QCO is enforceable under the BIS Act, 2016, with BIS as the authority.
Non-compliance may result in seizure of goods, suspension or cancellation of licence, monetary fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
From 1 September 2024 (with later dates for MSMEs), malleable CI fittings must carry ISI marking and comply with IS 1879:2010. The 2024 QCO replaces the 2023 Order, establishing mandatory quality control for this category.
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