Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products
Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock for General Engineering Purposes
Strategic Recommendations for Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock — IS 740 : 1977
- Start BIS Certification Immediately
Manufacturers and importers should initiate BIS certification under Scheme-I well in advance, considering the phased enforcement timeline beginning 1 December 2026, as testing, factory inspection, and approval require adequate lead time. - Engage ERA Compliance Experts
ERA’s compliance team provides end-to-end support for BIS certification, including application filing, coordination with BIS-recognised laboratories, factory audit readiness, corrective action support, and ISI marking approval to ensure smooth and timely compliance. - Reach Out for Support
For product eligibility assessment, documentation guidance, and certification timelines, stakeholders may directly connect with ERA’s compliance team.
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Stay updated on future Government notifications, BIS amendments, and enforcement changes by regularly tracking Gazette publications and subscribing to the ERA Newsletter for timely regulatory alerts and compliance updates. - Ensure ISI Marking and Model-wise Control
Only BIS-certified aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock bearing the ISI Mark should be manufactured, imported, or supplied in India. Non-certified or transitional stock must be strictly segregated and managed in accordance with notified provisions.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock for General Engineering Purposes |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 740:1977 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock for General Engineering Purposes |
| QCO Coverage | Covered under Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) regulatory framework |
| Latest Governing Notification | Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2026 – S.O. 1319(E), dated 11 March 2026, issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry |
| Supersession History | Supersedes the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025, except for actions taken prior to such supersession |
| Enforcement Date (Category-wise) |
General Enterprises: 1 December 2026, Small Enterprises: 1 March 2027, Micro Enterprises: 1 June 2027. |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure that aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock used in general engineering applications meets prescribed requirements for material composition, mechanical strength, dimensional accuracy, and performance reliability, ensuring quality and safety in industrial applications. |
| Products Covered | Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock used for fastening and joining applications in general engineering sectors, conforming to IS 740:1977. |
| Exemptions | Goods manufactured exclusively for export and limited imports up to 200 kilograms per year for research and development purposes, subject to conditions specified in the Order. |
| Industries Impacted | Aluminium product manufacturers, fastener manufacturers, engineering component manufacturers, OEMs, infrastructure and construction companies, industrial equipment manufacturers, importers, and distributors. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Products must conform to IS 740:1977 and bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS licence (Scheme-I) before manufacture, import, sale, or distribution in India. |
| Certification, Enforcement & Legal Framework | Certification and enforcement are administered by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Violations are punishable under the BIS Act, 2016, including imprisonment up to two years, monetary fines starting from ₹2 lakh and extendable up to ten times the value of goods, or both, along with additional penalties for continuing violations. |
| Supersession & Amendment Clause | The latest version of IS 740, including amendments notified by BIS from time to time, applies automatically from the date of such notification. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Identify applicable rivet stock products, verify conformity with IS 740:1977, apply for BIS certification, conduct testing through BIS-recognised laboratories, complete factory inspection and documentation, obtain BIS licence, affix ISI Mark, ensure only certified products are manufactured, imported, or supplied before the applicable enforcement dates. |
| Conclusion | BIS certification for Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock as per IS 740:1977 is mandatory from the notified enforcement dates under the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2026. Early compliance ensures uninterrupted market access and avoids regulatory penalties. |
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Notification
Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock for General Engineering Purposes has been brought under mandatory quality control through the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2026, notified vide S.O. 1319(E) dated 11 March 2026 by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Order supersedes the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025, except in respect of actions taken or omitted before such supersession. The regulation mandates conformity to IS 740:1977 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock for General Engineering Purposes.
Enforcement Timeline
As per the implementation schedule notified under S.O. 1319(E) dated 11 March 2026, compliance becomes mandatory from 1 December 2026 for general enterprises, 1 March 2027 for small enterprises, and 1 June 2027 for micro enterprises for products covered under IS 740:1977.
Overview
The regulatory framework requires aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock used in general engineering applications to comply with defined technical and quality standards. IS 740:1977 specifies key parameters such as chemical composition, mechanical properties, dimensional tolerances, and suitability for fastening and joining applications. The measure aims to ensure reliability, structural integrity, and uniform quality of rivet stock used across engineering and industrial sectors.
Objective & Scope
The primary objective is to ensure that rivet stock used in engineering applications meets essential quality and safety requirements. The scope covers the manufacture, import, sale, and distribution of aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock in India. Products manufactured exclusively for export are excluded from domestic compliance requirements, subject to notified conditions.
Products Covered
The regulation applies to wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock used for fastening, joining, and structural applications in general engineering sectors, provided such products fall within the scope of IS 740:1977.
Exemptions Provided
Limited exemptions are provided for goods manufactured exclusively for export and for imports up to 200 kilograms per year for research and development purposes, subject to the condition that such goods are not sold commercially and are disposed of as scrap, with proper records maintained.
Industries Impacted
The regulation impacts aluminium product manufacturers, fastener and rivet manufacturers, engineering component manufacturers, OEMs, infrastructure and construction companies, industrial equipment manufacturers, importers, distributors, and supply chain stakeholders.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers and importers are required to obtain BIS certification under Scheme-I, ensure product testing in BIS-recognised laboratories, comply with factory inspection and quality control requirements, and affix the ISI Mark on compliant products before they are manufactured, imported, or sold in the Indian market.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Stakeholders should identify all rivet stock products covered under IS 740:1977, initiate the BIS certification process, arrange testing through BIS-recognised laboratories, align manufacturing processes with standard requirements, and plan certification timelines to ensure uninterrupted supply before the applicable enforcement dates.
Legal Provisions & Penalties
Certification and enforcement are carried out by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. Non-compliance may result in penalties including imprisonment up to two years, fines starting from ₹2 lakh extending up to ten times the value of goods, or both, along with additional penalties for continuing violations.
Conclusion
Compliance with IS 740:1977 and BIS certification is mandatory for aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock from the notified enforcement dates under the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2026. Timely compliance ensures legal market access, product reliability, and avoidance of regulatory penalties.
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