Hand Tools
Single-ended Open-jaw Adjustable Wrenches
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All adjustable open-jaw wrenches must carry ISI mark before sale. Export-only stock must be declared to avail exemption.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Single-ended Open-jaw Adjustable Wrenches |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 6149:1984 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Single-ended Open-jaw Adjustable Wrenches – Specification |
| Quality Control Order | Hand Tools (Quality Control) Order, 2024 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 4183(E), dated 17 September 2024 |
| Final Enforcement Date | Large & Medium Enterprises: 17 March 2025 (6 months after notification); Small Enterprises: 17 June 2025 (9 months); Micro Enterprises: 17 September 2025 (12 months) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure uniform quality, safety, and durability of adjustable open-jaw wrenches through BIS certification. |
| Products Covered | Single-ended adjustable open-jaw wrenches used in mechanical, automotive, and industrial fastening applications. |
| Exemptions | Goods manufactured exclusively for export are exempt. |
| Industries Impacted | Hand tool manufacturers, automotive repair, mechanical engineering, construction, and industrial maintenance sectors. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Must conform to IS 6149:1984, bear ISI mark, and obtain BIS license under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, conduct testing in BIS-approved labs, update packaging with ISI mark, declare export stock separately. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016; Certification and enforcement by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties | Seizure of non-compliant goods, license suspension/cancellation, fines, or imprisonment up to 2 years. |
| Conclusion | BIS certification under IS 6149:1984 becomes mandatory from March 2025 with phased timelines for MSMEs. |
| References/Annexures | QCO 2024: S.O. 4183(E) [17 Sep 2024] |
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Notification
Single-ended open-jaw adjustable wrenches have been brought under compulsory BIS certification via the Hand Tools (Quality Control) Order, 2024, notified through S.O. 4183(E) dated 17 September 2024 by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry under the BIS Act, 2016.
Enforcement Timeline
The order applies from 17 March 2025 for large and medium enterprises, 17 June 2025 for small enterprises, and 17 September 2025 for micro enterprises.
Overview
IS 6149:1984 sets specifications for single-ended open-jaw adjustable wrenches, tools designed for tightening and loosening various sizes of fasteners in mechanical, automotive, and industrial applications. The adjustability feature makes them versatile across different bolt and nut sizes.
Objective & Scope
The standard regulates product safety and performance, ensuring strength, durability, and dimensional accuracy. It aims to safeguard industrial users and consumers from substandard tools.
Products Covered
All single-ended open-jaw adjustable wrenches manufactured for domestic use are covered.
Exemptions Provided
Products manufactured exclusively for export are exempted from the requirement of BIS certification and ISI marking.
Industries Impacted
This regulation affects hand tool manufacturers, automotive workshops, engineering firms, construction contractors, and industrial maintenance services.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All manufacturers must obtain BIS certification, ensure products bear the ISI mark, and comply with BIS Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018 (Scheme-I).
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Manufacturers must file for BIS certification, conduct testing in BIS-recognized labs, and update product labeling/packaging. Export-bound stock must be declared separately for exemption.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The Bureau of Indian Standards is the certifying and enforcing authority. Violations attract penalties under the BIS Act, 2016, including fines, license suspension, product seizure, or imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
BIS certification under IS 6149:1984 will be mandatory from March 2025 (progressively for small and micro units). This ensures quality assurance and safety of adjustable open-jaw wrenches in India’s industrial and consumer markets.
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