Plywood and Wooden flush door shutters
Wooden Flush Door Shutters (Cellular and Hollow Core Type) – Plywood Face Panels
Strategic Recommendations for Wooden Flush Door Shutters (IS 2191 Part 1:2022)
- Start BIS Certification Process Now
Large & Medium Enterprises must comply by 28 Feb 2025, Small by 28 May 2025, and Micro by 28 Aug 2025. - Work with Compliance Specialists (ERA)
ERA experts can guide in preparing applications, coordinating with BIS labs, and managing ISI marking requirements. - Seek Support for Compliance
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For QCO clarifications, certification assistance, and exemption guidance. - Monitor Notifications & Revisions
Stay informed about amendments to IS 2191 (Part 1):2022 and QCO updates via ERA newsletters. - Ensure ISI Marking & Stock Segregation
Verify that all domestic-use products bear the ISI mark while export-only consignments are maintained separately.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Wooden Flush Door Shutters (Cellular and Hollow Core Type) – Plywood Face Panels |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 2191 (Part 1):2022 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Wooden Flush Door Shutters (Cellular and Hollow Core Type) – Plywood Face Panels – Specification |
| Quality Control Order | Plywood and Wooden Flush Door Shutters (Quality Control) Order, 2024 |
| Notification & Amendments |
Notified via S.O. 1377(E), dated 15 March 2024
Supersedes: S.O. 3841(E), dated 29 August 2023 |
| Final Enforcement Date |
Large & Medium Enterprises: 28 February 2025 Small Enterprises: 28 May 2025 Micro Enterprises: 28 August 2025 |
| Objective & Scope | To regulate quality and durability of flush door shutters with plywood facings, ensuring strength, dimensional stability, and safe use in residential and institutional buildings. |
| Products Covered | Wooden flush door shutters of cellular/hollow type with plywood face panels, used in homes, offices, and public buildings. |
| Exemptions | Goods manufactured exclusively for export are exempt. |
| Industries Impacted | Door & Shutter Manufacturers, Construction & Real Estate, Furniture & Interiors, Institutional Infrastructure. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS certification under IS 2191 (Part 1):2022 required; ISI marking compulsory under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, test doors in BIS-recognized labs, affix ISI mark on products before sale. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Governed under BIS Act, 2016 with BIS as certifying & enforcement authority. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of stock, monetary fines, license suspension/cancellation, imprisonment up to 2 years. |
| Conclusion | By Feb–Aug 2025 deadlines, wooden flush door shutters under IS 2191 (Part 1):2022 must have BIS certification and ISI marking. |
| References / Annexures | QCO 2024: S.O. 1377(E) [15 March 2024] Superseded QCO 2023: S.O. 3841(E) [29 Aug 2023] |
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Notification
Wooden flush door shutters (cellular and hollow core type) with plywood face panels covered under the Plywood and Wooden Flush Door Shutters (Quality Control) Order, 2024, issued via S.O. 1377(E) dated 15 March 2024. This supersedes the earlier QCO 2023 (S.O. 3841(E) dated 29 August 2023) under the BIS Act, 2016.
Enforcement Timeline
- Large & Medium Enterprises: 28 February 2025
- Small Enterprises: 28 May 2025
- Micro Enterprises: 28 August 2025
Overview
Cellular and hollow core flush doors with plywood facings are commonly used in residential, office, and institutional construction due to their lightweight yet strong structure. However, sub-standard products can compromise durability and safety. BIS has made compliance with IS 2191 (Part 1):2022 mandatory to standardize quality across the sector.
Objective & Scope
The objective of IS 2191 (Part 1):2022 is to set quality benchmarks for flush door shutters with plywood facings. It defines requirements for dimensional accuracy, mechanical strength, bonding, moisture resistance, and stability, ensuring safe and reliable performance.
Products Covered
- Hollow core wooden flush doors with plywood face panels
- Cellular-type flush door shutters for residential, commercial, and institutional applications
- Plywood-faced flush doors used in construction and interior works
Exemptions Provided
Products manufactured exclusively for export are exempt from BIS licensing and ISI marking.
Industries Impacted
- Wooden Door & Shutter Manufacturers
- Construction & Real Estate Sector
- Furniture & Interior Design Firms
- Institutional Buildings (schools, hospitals, offices, public housing)
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers must obtain BIS certification under IS 2191 (Part 1):2022. All domestically marketed products must display the ISI mark, in compliance with Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. Testing must be carried out in BIS-recognized laboratories.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
- Apply for BIS certification before enforcement dates.
- Conduct testing in accredited BIS laboratories.
- Ensure proper ISI marking on all products.
- Keep documentation ready for export stock exemptions
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
This QCO is enforced under the BIS Act, 2016. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the certifying and enforcing authority.
Penalties for violation include seizure of goods, monetary fines, suspension/cancellation of BIS license, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
From 28 February 2025 (with staggered deadlines for SMEs and Micro units), all hollow and cellular flush door shutters with plywood face panels must comply with IS 2191 (Part 1):2022 and carry the ISI mark. The 2024 QCO strengthens product quality, safety, and reliability in the construction and furniture industries.
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