Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products
Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys for Manufacture of Utensils
Strategic Recommendations for Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys for Manufacture of Utensils
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Audit alloy grades, utensil production processes, and stock for compliance with IS 21:1992.
| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock |
| Applicable Indian Standard (IS) No. | IS 21:1992 |
| Title of Indian Standard | Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys for Manufacture of Utensils |
| Quality Control Order | Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 |
| Notification & Amendments | Notified via S.O. 2021(E), dated 5 May 2025 Corrigendum: S.O. 2682(E), dated 16 June 2025 Corrigendum: S.O. 2683(E), dated 16 June 2025 Supersedes: QCO 2024 (S.O. 4696(E), dated 25 Oct 2024) and QCO 2023 (S.O. 4241(E), dated 27 Sep 2023) |
| Final Enforcement Date | General (other than MSMEs): 1 October 2025 Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026 Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026 |
| Objective & Scope | To ensure safety, durability, and suitability of wrought aluminium and alloys used in household utensil manufacturing, mandating BIS certification under IS 21:1992. |
| Products Covered | Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys used in forming and manufacturing utensils (pots, pans, cookware, etc.). |
| Exemptions | - Products meant exclusively for export. - Imports up to 200 kg annually for R&D (not for sale, must be scrapped after use). |
| Industries Impacted | Utensil & Cookware Manufacturers, Aluminium Rolling & Forging Industry, Household & Kitchenware Sector. |
| Mandatory Compliance | BIS certification under Scheme-I of BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018; ISI mark mandatory on utensils/stock material. |
| Next Steps for Stakeholders | Apply for BIS license, conduct mandatory testing in BIS-approved labs, update packaging/marking with ISI mark, declare non-marked stock if applicable. |
| 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 wrought aluminium for utensils under IS 21:1992, ensuring consumer safety and quality in cookware. |
| References / Annexures | QCO 2025: S.O. 2021(E) [5 May 2025] Corrigendum: S.O. 2682(E) [16 June 2025] : 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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Notification
 Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys for utensil manufacture (IS 21:1992) are notified under the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 via S.O. 2021(E) dated 5 May 2025. The Order supersedes earlier QCOs of 2023 and 2024. Corrigendum S.O. 2682(E) and S.O. 2683(E), both dated 16 June 2025, corrected IS references and revised MSME enforcement timelines.
Enforcement Timeline
- General (large & medium enterprises): 1 October 2025
- Small Enterprises: 1 January 2026
- Micro Enterprises: 1 April 2026
Overview
Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys for utensil manufacture IS 21:1992 specifies requirements for wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys used to manufacture utensils. It ensures materials are non-toxic, corrosion-resistant, durable, and suitable for contact with food.
Objective & Scope
 The standard safeguards consumer health and product quality by defining chemical composition, mechanical strength, and surface finish of aluminium alloys used in cookware.
Products Covered
 Wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys used to produce utensils such as pots, pans, cookware, and other household items.
Exemptions Provided
- Export-only products.
- Imports up to 200 kg annually for R&D purposes, to be scrapped post-use and not sold.
Industries Impacted
- Utensil & Cookware Manufacturers
- Aluminium Rolling & Forging Industry
- Household & Kitchenware Sector
Mandatory Compliance Requirements
 Products must carry ISI marking and comply with IS 21:1992 under BIS certification (Scheme-I).
Next Steps for Stakeholders
Manufacturers must apply for BIS certification, complete BIS-approved lab testing, update labeling and packaging, and declare any non-marked stock.
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 October 2025 (with phased MSME extensions), all utensil-grade aluminium must comply with IS 21:1992 and bear BIS certification. This ensures safe, hygienic, and quality cookware products for consumers.
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