Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products
Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wire for general engineering purposes
Strategic Recommendations for Wrought Aluminium Wire (IS 739:1992)
- Engage Early with BIS & Labs
- Apply for BIS certification under IS 739:1992; plan testing in BIS-recognised labs to meet staggered deadlines (1 Oct 2025 / 1 Jan 2026 / 1 Apr 2026).
- Partner with Compliance Experts
- Work with ERA Compliance Team to manage BIS licence filing, QMS readiness, and ISI marking implementation.
- Contact ERA Support Team
- 📧 cs@eraglobal.co.in | 📞 +91 9599296331 | 💬 WhatsApp — for support with certification filing, lab testing, and exemption filings.
- Track Notifications & Circulars
- Subscribe to ERA Newsletter for latest BIS/QCO alerts and enforcement extensions.
- Do a Gap Assessment
- Check current wire production against IS 739:1992 (mechanical properties, chemical composition, dimensions). Identify gaps and correct them before deadlines. Maintain proper records for R&D import exemptions (≤200 kg/year).
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wire for general engineering purposes |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 739:1992 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Wire for General Engineering Purposes |
| Quality Control Order | Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 (supersedes 2024 QCO). |
| Notification & Amendments | QCO 2025: S.O. 2021(E) dated 5 May 2025; Corrigendum S.O. 2682(E) (16 Jun 2025 – IS corrections in schedule, not affecting IS 739); Corrigendum S.O. 2683(E) (16 Jun 2025 – micro date corrected to 1 Apr 2026). Superseded QCO 2024: S.O. 4696(E) dated 25 Oct 2024. |
| Final Enforcement Date | General (other than MSMEs): 1 October 2025 Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026 Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure quality, dimensional consistency, and performance of wrought aluminium & alloy wires for engineering applications through BIS certification. |
| Products Covered | “Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wire for general engineering purposes – IS 739:1992.” |
| Exemptions | (i) Exports exempt; (ii) R&D imports permitted up to 200 kg/year with restrictions (no commercial sale, disposal as scrap, record-keeping); (iii) Staggered enforcement for small and micro units. |
| Industries Impacted | Aluminium wire and cable manufacturers; general engineering product fabricators; fastener, spring, and wire-based components industry. |
| Mandatory Compliance | Must conform to IS 739:1992; products must bear the ISI mark; BIS licence under Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS licence; submit samples for BIS testing; update production/marking processes; align with staggered enforcement dates; document R&D imports. |
| Legal Framework Provision & Enforcement | Enforced under BIS Act, 2016. Certification and enforcement by Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). |
| Penalties for Non-Compliance | Seizure of non-compliant goods, suspension or cancellation of license, fines, and imprisonment up to 2 years, or both. |
| Conclusion | From October 2025, BIS certification is mandatory for aluminium wires under IS 739:1992. The 2025 QCO replaces earlier Orders to ensure quality in general engineering applications. |
| References / Annexures | QCO 2025: S.O. 2021(E) [5 May 2025] Corrigendum: S.O. 2682(E) [16 June 2025] Corrigendum: S.O. 2683(E) [16 June 2025] Superseded QCO 2024: S.O. 4696(E) [25 Oct 2024] Superseded QCO 2023: S.O. 4241(E) [27 Sep 2023] |
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Notifications
The product wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wires IS 739:1992 is covered under the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025, notified via S.O. 2021(E) dated 5 May 2025, replacing the earlier 2024 Order (S.O. 4696(E), 25 Oct 2024). A Corrigendum (S.O. 2682(E)) corrected entries in the schedule, while a Corrigendum (S.O. 2683(E)), both dated 16 June 2025, fixed the enforcement date for micro enterprises to 1 April 2026.
Enforcement Timeline
Mandatory BIS certification and ISI marking apply from 1 October 2025 (general units), 1 January 2026 (small enterprises), and 1 April 2026 (micro enterprises).
Overview
Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wires are extensively used in general engineering for fasteners, springs, conductors, and mechanical components. The QCO aims to ensure dimensional accuracy, mechanical strength, and alloy consistency through compulsory BIS certification.
Objective & Scope
The scope is to mandate uniform quality standards for wrought aluminium wires used across engineering and manufacturing applications, ensuring product reliability and safety by enforcing compliance with IS 739:1992.
Products Covered
Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wire for general engineering purposes – IS 739:1992. Listed specifically under the notified aluminium and aluminium alloy product schedule.
Exemptions Provided
- Exported products are exempt;
- Imports for R&D up to 200 kg/year allowed with strict conditions (no commercial use, disposal as scrap, record maintenance);
- Micro and small enterprises enjoy staggered enforcement deadlines.
Industries Impacted
The Order impacts aluminium wire and rod producers, general engineering industries, fastener and spring manufacturers, and allied component makers where wrought aluminium wires are used.
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
Manufacturers must obtain a BIS licence under Scheme-I of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018, and mark their products with the ISI mark in accordance with IS 739:1992.
Next Steps for Stakeholders
File BIS applications; complete product testing through BIS-recognised labs; align marking and packaging to ISI standards; ensure compliance before enforcement dates; maintain records for any R&D imports.
Legal Provisions, Enforcement & Penalties
The BIS Act, 2016 governs enforcement, with BIS as the certifying and enforcing authority. Non-compliance attracts penalties including seizure, fines, suspension of license, and imprisonment up to two years.
Conclusion
From 1 October 2025 (general units), 1 January 2026 (small), and 1 April 2026 (micro), wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wires must comply with IS 739:1992 and carry a BIS licence with ISI mark. The 2025 QCO is the prevailing regulation, superseding the 2024 order.
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