Plain Bearings — Pressed Bimetallic Half Thrust Washers — Part 2 Dimensions and Tolerances.
Plain Bearings Pressed Bimetallic Half Thrust Washers
Strategic Recommendations for Plain Bearings Pressed Bimetallic Half Thrust Washers IS 9764 (Part 2):2022
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Prepare for BIS certification under IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 in advance, as the draft Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025 is currently under process and may become mandatory upon final notification.
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Ensure ISI Marking & Test Certification
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| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Plain Bearings Pressed Bimetallic Half Thrust Washers. |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 9764 (Part 2):2022. |
| Title of IS | Plain Bearings — Pressed Bimetallic Half Thrust Washers — Part 2 Dimensions and Tolerances. |
| ITC (HS) Codes | 84833000. |
| QCO Coverage | Proposed to be covered under the draft Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025. |
| Notification & Amendments | Draft Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025 issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry. |
| Final Enforcement Date | Draft QCO under process. Proposed implementation timelines applicable after final notification. |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, dimensional accuracy, wear resistance, load-bearing capability, lubrication efficiency, and operational reliability of pressed bimetallic half thrust washers used in plain bearing applications. |
| Products Covered | Pressed bimetallic half thrust washers covered under IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 used in automotive systems, industrial machinery, engines, transmission systems, agricultural equipment, and rotating mechanical assemblies. |
| Exemptions | Products manufactured domestically solely for export are exempt. Up to 200 units imported annually for research and development purposes are exempt subject to non-commercial usage and maintenance of prescribed records. |
| Industries Impacted | Bearing Manufacturing, Automotive Industry, Industrial Machinery, Heavy Engineering, Agricultural Equipment, Power Transmission, Railways, Construction Equipment. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Products will be required to bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS license as per Scheme-I of Schedule-II of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.- Compliance with IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 will become mandatory after enforcement of the final QCO.- Manufacturers and importers will be required to ensure BIS-approved testing and certification compliance. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Prepare for BIS certification under Scheme-I. Conduct testing as per IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 requirements. Review quality assurance systems and manufacturing controls. Maintain technical documentation and testing records. Monitor final gazette notification and enforcement timelines. |
| Legal Framework & Penalties | Governed under Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016. BIS will act as the certifying and enforcement authority upon final notification. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Upon enforcement, violations may attract imprisonment up to 2 years or fine not less than ₹2 lakh (extendable up to 10× the value of goods) or both under the BIS Act, 2016. Continuing offences may attract additional daily penalties. |
| Supersession & Amendment Clause | Latest version of IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 and amendments notified by BIS from time to time shall apply automatically. |
| Conclusion | Plain Bearings Pressed Bimetallic Half Thrust Washers proposed under IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 are presently covered under a draft QCO under process. Manufacturers, importers, and stakeholders should proactively prepare for BIS certification and future compliance obligations once the final notification is issued. |
| References/Annexures | Draft Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025; BIS Act, 2016; IS 9764 (Part 2):2022. |
Notification
The product Plain Bearings Pressed Bimetallic Half Thrust Washers, classified under ITC (HS) Code 84833000, has been proposed to be brought under mandatory quality control through the draft Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025 issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The draft order proposes mandatory compliance with IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 for plain bearings pressed bimetallic half thrust washers.
Enforcement Timeline
Notification Status: Draft QCO under process.
General Implementation: Six months from the date of publication of the final order.
Small Enterprises: Nine months from the date of publication of the final order.
Micro Enterprises: Twelve months from the date of publication of the final order.
Enforcement: Will become applicable after publication of the final QCO notification in the Official Gazette.
Overview
The proposed regulation aims to ensure the quality, dimensional consistency, high radial load-bearing capability, durability, and operational reliability of double row cylindrical roller bearings used in heavy-duty industrial applications. The draft QCO seeks to eliminate substandard bearings from the domestic market and improve product reliability and safety across engineering and manufacturing sectors.
Objective & Scope
The draft order intends to mandate compliance with IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 to ensure standardized manufacturing practices, dimensional precision, wear resistance, load-handling efficiency, lubrication performance, and operational reliability of pressed bimetallic half thrust washers used in rotating and sliding mechanical systems.
Products Covered
Applies specifically to plain bearings pressed bimetallic half thrust washers covered under IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 used in:
- Automotive systems
- Industrial machinery
- Internal combustion engines
- Transmission systems
- Agricultural equipment
- Heavy engineering machinery
- Rotating mechanical assemblies
- Construction equipment.
Exemptions Provided
Products manufactured solely for export, conforming to foreign buyer specifications, are exempt.
Additionally, up to 200 units imported annually for research and development purposes are exempt subject to:
- Non-commercial use
- Disposal as scrap after usage
- Maintenance of year-wise records
- Furnishing records to the Central Government when required.
Industries Impacted
Bearing Manufacturing
Automotive Industry
Industrial Machinery
Heavy Engineering
Agricultural Equipment
Power Transmission
Railways
Construction Equipment.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Products will be required to bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS license.
Compliance with IS 9764 (Part 2):2022 will become mandatory after enforcement of the final QCO.
Certification will be under Scheme-I of Schedule-II of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Manufacturers and importers will need to maintain technical documentation and testing records.
BIS-approved testing and conformity assessment procedures will apply.
Legal Provisions , Enforcement & Penalties
The proposed order is issued under Sections 16, 17, and 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016. BIS will act as the certifying and enforcement authority upon final notification.
Violation after enforcement may attract penalties under Section 29 of the BIS Act, 2016, including:
- Imprisonment up to 2 years, or
- Fine of not less than ₹2 lakh (extendable up to 10× the value of goods), or both.
For continuing offences, additional daily penalties may also apply under the BIS Act.
Conclusion
The draft Bearings (Quality Control) Order, 2025 proposes mandatory BIS certification for Plain Bearings Pressed Bimetallic Half Thrust Washers under IS 9764 (Part 2):2022. Although the QCO is currently under process and not yet mandatory, stakeholders should proactively prepare for testing, certification, quality compliance, and ISI marking requirements to ensure readiness once officially enforced.
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