Information technology equipment – safety part 1 general requirements
USB Type External SSD (>256GB) (IS 13252:2010)
Strategic Recommendations – USB Type External SSD (>256GB) (IS 13252:2010)
Apply for BIS CRS Registration
Ensure all USB Type External SSDs (>256 GB) comply with IS 13252 Part 1:2010 and secure BIS CRS certification before import, manufacturing, or sale in India.
Engage Compliance Experts
Collaborate with ERA compliance team for CRS filing, product testing, exemption clarifications (export/R&D/HSE), and marking guidance.
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Monitor Notifications & Amendments
Stay updated on CRS 2021 Orders, BIS amendments, and compliance deadlines via ERA Newsletter and BIS/MeitY circulars.
Conduct Gap Assessment
Verify USB SSD designs against safety parameters – electrical insulation, short-circuit protection, fire resistance, mechanical durability – and ensure BIS marking compliance.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | USB Type External Solid-State Storage Devices (above 256 GB capacity) |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 13252 Part 1:2010 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Information Technology Equipment – Safety – Part 1 General 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. 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 (deferred application, customs labeling, HSE exemption) |
| Final Enforcement Date | - CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure electrical safety, insulation integrity, and safe operation of external SSDs, minimizing risks of electric shock, overheating, or fire during usage. |
| Products Covered | USB Type External Solid-State Storage Devices with capacities above 256 GB used for computing, data storage, and IT applications. |
| Exemptions | - Goods manufactured exclusively for export - Products imported for R&D, testing, or demonstration (later scrapped/exported) - Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) exemptions under CRS 2021 |
| Industries Impacted | - Consumer electronics & IT device manufacturers - OEMs & importers of storage solutions - Computer hardware distributors & retailers - E-commerce sellers of IT peripherals |
| Mandatory Compliance | - Must conform to IS 13252 Part 1:2010 - BIS CRS Registration compulsory - Each unit must bear marking: “Self declaration – Conforming to IS 13252 Part 1:2010 – (Unique Registration No.)” |
| Testing Parameters | - Electrical safety & insulation - Overcurrent & short-circuit protection - Fire hazard & temperature rise tests - Mechanical durability & drop tests |
| Certification & Enforcement Authority | Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as certification authority. Enforcement supported by MeitY and District Industries Centres. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | - Suspension/cancellation of BIS registration - Seizure of stock - Monetary fines - Imprisonment up to 2 years, or both, under BIS Act, 2016 |
| Conclusion | All USB Type External SSDs (>256 GB) sold, imported, or manufactured in India must conform to IS 13252 Part 1:2010 and be BIS-registered under CRS. This ensures consumer safety, quality assurance, and standardized operation for high-capacity storage devices. |
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Notification
USB Type External Solid-State Storage Devices with capacities above 256 GB were included under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirements for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012. The product is regulated under CRS Order, 2021 (S.O. 1248(E), dated 18th March 2021) under the BIS Act, 2016, effective from 18th September 2021, further amended by corrigenda in March and July 2021.
Overview
USB Type External SSDs (>256 GB) are high-capacity portable storage devices used for computers, laptops, and IT applications. The governing standard, IS 13252 Part 1:2010, specifies electrical safety, insulation, and operational performance requirements to safeguard consumer use.
Objective & Scope
The regulation ensures that USB Type External SSDs marketed in India are safe, reliable, and BIS-certified, preventing hazards such as electric shock, overheating, or fire during usage or handling.
Products Covered
USB Type External Solid-State Storage Devices with capacities above 256 GB for computing, storage, and IT peripheral applications.
Exemptions Provided
- Goods manufactured exclusively for export,
- Imported units for R&D, testing, or demonstration (later scrapped/exported),
- Highly Specialized Equipment (HSE) as per CRS 2021.
Industries Impacted
Consumer electronics & IT device manufacturers, OEMs/importers, computer hardware distributors & retailers, and e-commerce sellers of IT peripherals.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
From the enforcement date, USB Type External SSDs (>256 GB) must conform to IS 13252 Part 1:2010 and obtain BIS CRS Registration. Each unit must display the self-declaration ISI conformity mark with registration number.
Enforcement Timeline
CRS 2021 → 18th September 2021.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
Enforced under the BIS Act, 2016 by BIS with support from MeitY and local authorities. Non-compliance may lead to license suspension, product seizure, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years.
Conclusion
Since 18th September 2021, USB Type External SSDs (>256 GB) have been subject to BIS CRS certification under IS 13252 Part 1:2010. This ensures consumer safety, standardized quality, and reliable performance for high-capacity external storage solutions in India.
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