Introduction: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, has issued the Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2023. This order, in exercise of powers conferred by the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, aims to regulate the quality of electrical accessories in the interest of public safety.
Detailed Analysis:
1. Short Title and Commencement: The order comes into force six months from its publication in the Official Gazette. It mandates the compulsory use of the Standard Mark on goods specified in Table-1 and Table-2.
2. Compulsory use of Standard Mark: Goods or articles listed in Table-1 and Table-2 must adhere to the corresponding Indian Standards and bear the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards. Exemptions are granted for goods manufactured domestically for export.
3. Certification and Enforcement Authority: The Bureau of Indian Standards is designated as the certifying and enforcing authority for the specified goods or articles listed in the tables.
4. Penalty for Contravention: Any individual contravening the provisions of this order is subject to penalties as per the Bureau of Indian Standards Act.
Conclusion: The Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2023, is a significant step towards ensuring the quality and safety of electrical products in India. Industry players need to familiarize themselves with the standards specified in the order to comply with the regulations. The role of the Bureau of Indian Standards as the certifying and enforcing authority underscores the commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in the electrical accessories sector. Adherence to these regulations is crucial for both manufacturers and consumers to foster a safe and reliable electrical ecosystem.
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MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
(Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade)
ORDER
New Delhi, the 1st January, 2024
S.O. 43(E).—In exercise of the powers conferred by section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016), the Central Government, after consulting the Bureau of Indian Standards, is of the opinion that it is necessary or expedient so to do in the public interest, hereby makes the following Order, namely:—
1. Short title and commencement.— (1) This order may be called the Electrical Accessories (Quality Control) Order, 2023.
(2) It shall come into force on the expiry of six month from the date of publication of this notification in the Official Gazette.
2. Compulsory use of Standard Mark.— Goods or articles specified in column (1) of the Table-1 and Table-2 shall conform to the corresponding Indian Standard mentioned in column (2) of the Table-1 and Table-2 and shall bear the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards as per Scheme-1 of Schedule-II to the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018:
Provided that nothing in this order shall apply to goods or articles manufactured domestically for export:
Provided further that in relation to small enterprises as defined in clauses (h) and (m), respectively of section 2 of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (27 of 2006), it shall come into force on the expiry of nine months from the date of publication of this notification:
Provided further that in relation to micro enterprises as defined in clauses (h) and (m), respectively of section 2 of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Act, 2006 (27 of 2006), it shall come into force on the expiry of twelve months from the date of publication of this notification:
Provided also that nothing in this order shall apply to goods or articles as specified in Table-2, till the expiry of eighteen month from the date of publication of this notification.
3. Certification and enforcement authority. — The Bureau shall be the certifying and enforcing authority for the goods or articles specified in the Table.
4. Penalty for contravention.— Any person who contravenes the provisions of this order shall be punishable under the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act,
TABLE-1
|
Goods or articles |
Indian Standard | Title of Indian Standard |
| (1) | (2) | (3) |
| Electrical Accessories
|
14772: 2020 | Boxes and Enclosures for Electrical Accessories for Household and Similar Fixed Electrical Installations |
| 14927 (Part 2): 2001 | Cable Trunking and Ducting Systems for Electrical Installations – Cable Trunking and Ducting Systems Intended for Mounting on Walls or Ceiling | |
| 1258: 2005 | Bayonet Lamp Holders | |
| 15787: 2008 | Switch-socket-outlets (non-interlock type) | |
| 13774:2021 | Live Working Gloves of Insulating Material | |
| 15652:2006 | Insulating Mats for Electrical Purposes | |
| 7809 (Part3/ Sec1): 1986 | Specification for Pressure sensitive adhesive insulating tapes for electrical purposes- Part 3 requirements or individual materials – Sec 1 plasticized polyvinylchloride tapes with non- Thermosetting adhesive |
TABLE-2
| Goods or articles | Indian Standard | Title of Indian Standard |
| (1) | (2) | (3) |
| Electrical Accessories | 16012: 2012 | Poly- Laminated aluminium cable wrap |
Note.— For the purposes of this Table, the latest version of Indian Standards including the amendments thereof, as notified by the Bureau of Indian Standards from time to time shall apply.
[F. No. P-29026/22/2023-LEI]
SANJIV, Jt. Secy.
