Standalone LED Modules for General Lighting
LED modules for general lighting: Part 1 safety requirements
Strategic Recommendations for LED Modules – IS 16103 (Part 1):2012
- Apply for BIS CRS Registration
Ensure all LED modules comply with IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 and obtain BIS CRS certification before import, manufacturing, or sale in India. - Engage Compliance Experts
Partner with ERA Global’s compliance team for CRS application, product testing, exemption evaluation (export/R&D/HSE), and labeling guidance. - Contact ERA Support Team
📧 cs@eraglobal.co.in | 📞 +91 9599296331 | 💬 WhatsApp – For BIS certification, safety testing, and CRS regulatory assistance. - Monitor Notifications & Amendments
Stay updated on BIS CRS Orders, MeitY amendments, and compliance timelines through ERA’s newsletter and BIS circulars. - Conduct Technical & Gap Assessment
Verify product design and components against IS 16103 safety parameters — electrical insulation, thermal resistance, and construction strength — to ensure full BIS marking compliance and audit readiness.
- Apply for BIS CRS Registration
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | LED Modules for General Lighting |
| IS Standard | IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 |
| Title of IS | LED Modules for General Lighting – Part 1: Safety Requirements |
| Regulation / QCO | Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 (with subsequent amendments) and CRS Order, 2021 under BIS Act, 2016 |
| Notified Vide | - S.O. 2357(E), dated 3rd October 2012 (principal CRS Order) - S.O. 822(E), dated 20th March 2013 (extension & compliance) - S.O. 2033(E) & 2034(E), dated 25th June & 5th July 2013 (testing labs extension & amendment) - S.O. 2905(E), dated 13th November 2014 (LED products added to CRS) - S.O. 2579(E), dated 21st September 2015 (industry facilitation) - S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021 (new CRS Order under BIS Act, 2016) - S.O. 1353(E), dated 25th March 2021 (corrigendum) - S.O. 2844(E), dated 1st July 2021 (implementation deferral, customs & HSE exemptions) |
| Final Enforcement Date | - Under CRS 2012 → 1st June 2016 (for LED modules along with luminaires) - Under CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021 (six months after notification) |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure safety and reliability of LED modules used in general lighting applications by regulating electrical, mechanical, and thermal performance, thereby preventing fire, shock, and operational hazards. |
| Products Covered | LED light modules and subassemblies used in lamps and luminaires for indoor and outdoor lighting. |
| Exemptions | - Products manufactured exclusively for export - Imports meant for R&D, testing, or demonstration purposes (subsequently scrapped or re-exported) - Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) under CRS 2021 exemptions. |
| Industries Impacted | - LED lighting manufacturers - Luminaire and lamp assembly industries - OEM suppliers and contract manufacturers - Importers and distributors of lighting modules. |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Conformance to IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 is compulsory. - BIS CRS Registration required before sale, import, or manufacturing. - Each unit must bear marking: “Self declaration – Conforming to IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 – (Unique Registration No.)”. |
| Testing Parameters | - Electrical insulation and resistance - Temperature rise and endurance tests - Mechanical strength and construction safety - Abnormal operation and fire hazard prevention tests - Glow wire and dielectric strength testing. |
| Certification & Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as the certification authority under MeitY supervision. Enforcement supported by State Authorities and District Industries Centres (DICs). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Non-compliance may result in product seizure, BIS registration cancellation, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years under the BIS Act, 2016. |
| Conclusion | All LED modules for general lighting must conform to IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 and be registered under BIS CRS before being sold, imported, or manufactured in India. This ensures consumer safety, standardized lighting quality, and reliability of LED-based illumination systems. |
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Notification
LED Modules for General Lighting were included under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 through S.O. 2905(E), dated 13th November 2014. The final enforcement was initiated on 1st June 2016, making BIS registration mandatory for all LED lighting products. Subsequently, the product was brought under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) Order, 2021 via S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021, under the BIS Act, 2016. The revised CRS Order took effect from 18th September 2021 and was further amended through corrigenda S.O. 1353(E), dated 25th March 2021, and S.O. 2844(E), dated 1st July 2021.
Overview
LED Modules for General Lighting are solid-state lighting devices used in lamps, luminaires, and integrated lighting assemblies for indoor and outdoor illumination. The governing standard, IS 16103 (Part 1):2012, specifies electrical, thermal, and mechanical safety requirements to prevent hazards such as electric shock, overheating, and fire during normal or abnormal operation.
Objective & Scope
The regulation aims to ensure that all LED lighting modules marketed in India are safe, reliable, and energy-efficient. It enforces compliance with safety design, insulation, and operational performance standards, thereby protecting consumers and ensuring product quality consistency across the lighting industry.
Products Covered
LED light modules and subassemblies intended for use in general lighting applications, including lamps, luminaires, and integrated lighting systems.
Exemptions Provided
- Products manufactured exclusively for export,
- Imports for R&D, testing, or demonstration purposes (with mandatory scrapping or re-export),
- Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) under the CRS 2021 exemption list.
Industries Impacted
Manufacturers and assemblers of LED lighting products, luminaire OEMs, lighting system integrators, importers, and distributors in the lighting and electronics sectors.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
All LED Modules for General Lighting must conform to IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 and obtain BIS CRS Registration prior to manufacture, import, or sale in India. Each product must bear the self-declaration mark: “Conforming to IS 16103 (Part 1):2012 – (Unique Registration Number).”
Enforcement Timeline
- CRS 2012 → 1st June 2016
- CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The regulation is enforced by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the BIS Act, 2016, with administrative oversight from MeitY and State enforcement authorities. Non-compliance may lead to cancellation of registration, seizure of non-conforming goods, financial penalties, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
Since 1st June 2016, LED Modules for General Lighting have been subject to compulsory BIS CRS certification under IS 16103 (Part 1):2012. This regulatory measure ensures product safety, uniform lighting performance, and consumer protection, supporting the reliable adoption of LED technology in India’s illumination industry.