Bolts, Nuts and Fasteners
Stainless Steel Tower Bolts
Strategic Recommendations for Stainless Steel Tower Bolts (IS 15833:2009)
- Engage Early with BIS & Labs
Begin the BIS Scheme-I licence application, complete product testing as per IS 15833:2009, and align with enforcement dates (1 Aug 2024 / 1 Nov 2024 / 1 Feb 2025). - Partner with Compliance Experts
Consult QCO/BIS specialists (ERA Compliance Team) for documentation, lab testing, ISI marking, and exemption filings. - Contact ERA Support Team
📧 cs@eraglobal.co.in | 📞 +91 9599296331 | 💬 WhatsApp – Assistance with filing, lab coordination, and compliance with import/spares/R&D limits. - Track Notifications & Circulars
Subscribe to the ERA Newsletter for real-time updates on QCO 2024 and BIS circulars. Ensure timely filing for exemptions (export-linked imports, import caps, R&D, spares) and maintain records as prescribed. - Do a Gap Assessment
Check all stainless steel tower bolt SKUs for compliance; verify marking, packaging, and testing readiness; declare non-marked stock within timelines to avail exemptions.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Stainless Steel Tower Bolts |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 15833:2009 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Stainless Steel Tower Bolts |
| Quality Control Order | Bolts, Nuts and Fasteners (Quality Control) Order, 2024 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 2771(E), dated 12 July 2024. Supersedes: QCO 2023 (S.O. 3267(E), dated 21 July 2023). |
| Final Enforcement Date | Large Enterprises: 1 August 2024, Small Enterprises: 1 November 2024, Micro Enterprises: 1 February 2025 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure standardization, corrosion resistance, durability, and safety of stainless steel tower bolts through BIS certification under IS 15833:2009. |
| Products Covered | Stainless steel tower bolts for general and structural engineering applications. |
| Exemptions | - Products meant exclusively for export. - Imports as part of finished goods/sub-assemblies. - Micro-enterprises (≤ ₹25 lakh plant & machinery, ≤ ₹2 crore turnover). - Export-oriented imports (3-year relaxation). - R&D imports up to 200 kg/year. - Spares/after-sales service up to 5% of 2023-24 imports. - Import substitution allowance: 80% (2024-25), 70% (2025-26), 50% (2026-27). |
| Industries Impacted | Hardware & Building Fittings, Construction, Furniture & Woodwork, Fabrication & Fastener Manufacturing, Marine & Corrosion-Prone Installations. |
| Mandatory Compliance | ISI marking mandatory under BIS license (Scheme-I, BIS Conformity Assessment Regulations, 2018). |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, complete lab testing, declare exempt stock, ensure ISI marking before sale/import. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016; BIS is the certifying authority. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure, license suspension, fines, imprisonment up to 2 years or both. |
| Conclusion | BIS certification is mandatory for stainless steel tower bolts as per IS 15833:2009. The 2024 QCO replaces the 2023 Order with staggered enforcement dates. |
| References / Annexures | QCO 2024: S.O. 2771(E) [12 July 2024]; Superseded QCO 2023: S.O. 3267(E) [21 July 2023] |
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Notification
Stainless Steel Tower Bolts (IS 15833:2009) have been notified under the Bolts, Nuts and Fasteners (Quality Control) Order, 2024, via S.O. 2771(E) dated 12 July 2024, issued by the Ministry of Commerce & Industry under the BIS Act, 2016. This 2024 Order replaces the 2023 QCO, making BIS certification mandatory.
Enforcement Timeline
Implementation begins on 1 August 2024 for large enterprises, 1 November 2024 for small enterprises, and 1 February 2025 for micro enterprises.
Overview
Stainless steel tower bolts are sliding bolt fasteners commonly used in doors, windows, and structural fittings. Their stainless steel construction offers superior corrosion resistance, durability, and strength, making them suitable for residential, commercial, and marine applications.
Objective & Scope
The purpose of IS 15833:2009 is to regulate quality and ensure performance standards for stainless steel tower bolts. The scope includes dimensional requirements, mechanical properties, finish quality, and corrosion resistance. The standard assures reliability and uniformity in the market.
Products Covered
The standard applies to stainless steel tower bolts used in construction, furniture, and industrial fittings, particularly where rust resistance and durability are critical.
Exemptions Provided
The 2024 QCO exempts: (i) export-only products, (ii) imports as part of finished goods or sub-assemblies, (iii) micro-enterprises registered under Udyam, (iv) export-linked imports with phased relaxation (80% in FY 2024–25, 70% in FY 2025–26, 50% in FY 2026–27), (v) R&D imports up to 200 kg/year, and (vi) spares/after-sales service up to 5% of 2023–24 import value.
Industries Impacted
Affected sectors include hardware manufacturing, construction, furniture, interior fittings, marine applications, and general engineering industries that rely on stainless steel fittings for structural integrity.Affected sectors include hardware manufacturing, construction, furniture, interior fittings, marine applications, and general engineering industries that rely on stainless steel fittings for structural integrity.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All stainless steel tower bolts covered by IS 15833:2009 must bear the ISI mark. Certification is to be obtained under BIS Scheme-I, and testing must be carried out in BIS-approved labs. Packaging and labeling must display the ISI mark before sale or distribution.
Next Steps for Stakeholders​
Manufacturers must file for BIS licensing, align production with IS 15833:2009, and ensure ISI-marked packaging. Importers should utilize exemptions where applicable and declare old stock. Fabrication and engineering units should source only certified tower bolts.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The BIS Act, 2016 governs certification and enforcement. BIS is the designated authority. Non-compliance may result in product seizure, suspension/cancellation of license, fines, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
From 1 August 2024 (with staggered timelines for SMEs), stainless steel tower bolts must comply with BIS certification and carry the ISI mark. The 2024 QCO ensures quality, safety, and reliability across the hardware and construction industry.
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