Drums and Tins
Square Tins for Solid Products
Strategic Recommendations for IS 916:2000 (Square Tins for Solid Products)
- Begin BIS Certification Immediately
Compliance deadlines: 17 Apr 2024 (Large/Medium), 17 Jul 2024 (Small), 17 Oct 2024 (Micro).
- Consult Compliance Professionals (ERA)
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- Ensure Proper Marking & Documentation
ISI mark must be applied on all square tins before sale.
Exports and exempted filled imports must be properly documented.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Square Tins for Solid Products |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 916:2000 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Square Tins for Solid Products |
| Quality Control Order | Drums and Tins (Quality Control) Order, 2023 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 4596(E), dated 17 October 2023 |
| Final Enforcement Date | Large & Medium Enterprises: 17 April 2024 Small Enterprises: 17 July 2024 Micro Enterprises: 17 October 2024 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality and safety of square tins used for packaging solid products, preventing contamination, leakage, or structural failure. |
| Products Covered | Square tins used for solid products in food, chemical, and consumer goods industries. |
| Exemptions |
- Tins manufactured exclusively for export. - Imported tins already filled with powder, semi-solid, or liquid products. |
| Industries Impacted |
- Food & Edible Products - Confectionery & Bakery Industry - Chemical Packaging - Logistics & Storage Sector |
| Mandatory Compliance | Must conform to IS 916:2000, bear the ISI mark, and obtain BIS license under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete BIS-approved lab testing, affix ISI mark, and declare exempted goods if applicable. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016 by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of goods, cancellation of license, monetary penalties, and imprisonment up to 2 years under BIS Act, 2016. |
| Conclusion | IS 916:2000 compliance is mandatory by phased deadlines. This ensures standardized packaging for solid goods in food, chemical, and consumer sectors. |
| References / Annexures | Drums & Tins (QCO), 2023: S.O. 4596(E) [17 Oct 2023] |
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Notification
IS 916:2000, covering Square Tins for Solid Products, has been included under the Drums and Tins (Quality Control) Order, 2023, notified via S.O. 4596(E) dated 17 October 2023 by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry under the BIS Act, 2016. BIS certification and ISI marking are mandatory for all square tins falling under this standard.
Enforcement Timeline
- Large & Medium Enterprises: 17 April 2024
- Small Enterprises: 17 July 2024
- Micro Enterprises: 17 October 2024
Overview
Square tins are widely used for packaging solid products such as confectionery, bakery items, dry food ingredients, and industrial goods. Their quality directly affects food safety, product durability, and transport efficiency.
Objective & Scope
IS 916:2000 prescribes specifications for design, materials, structural strength, seams, and finishing of square tins. The aim is to ensure safety, hygiene, durability, and leak-proof packaging of solid goods.
Products Covered
Square tins for packaging solid items, including edible and non-edible products.
Exemptions Provided
- Export-only tins are exempt.
- Imported tins already filled with powders, semi-solids, or liquids are excluded.
Industries Impacted
- Food and confectionery manufacturers
- Bakery and packaged goods industry
- Chemical packaging and industrial goods suppliers
- Logistics and packaging solution providers
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All square tins must conform to IS 916:2000, obtain BIS certification, and display the ISI mark under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Next Steps for Stakeholders​
Manufacturers must apply for BIS licensing, conduct testing, affix ISI marks, and declare exempted stock where applicable.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
BIS is the enforcement authority under the BIS Act, 2016. Penalties for violations include fines, product seizure, suspension/cancellation of licenses, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
Compliance with IS 916:2000 becomes mandatory between April–October 2024, depending on enterprise size. This ensures square tins used in packaging are safe, durable, and meet consistent quality standards for food and industrial products.
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