The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, has issued a significant order, S.O. 4646(E), dated October 23, 2023, related to quality control of door fittings in India. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the order, its scope, and its impact on the industry.
1. Title and Commencement: The order, known as the “Door Fittings (Quality Control) Order, 2023,” is introduced with provisions governing the commencement of its implementation. It is set to come into force six months from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.
2. Compulsory Use of Standard Mark: This section outlines the key requirement of the order, which mandates that goods or articles related to door fittings must conform to specific Indian Standards mentioned in the Table. It necessitates that these products bear the Standard Mark, signifying compliance under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards. However, the order does not apply to goods or articles manufactured domestically for export purposes.
The article discusses the distinct timelines for compliance based on the size and nature of enterprises. For micro and small enterprises, the order comes into force after twelve and nine months, respectively, from the date of publication in the Official Gazette.
3. Certification and Enforcement Authority: The order designates the Bureau of Indian Standard as the certifying and enforcing authority for the specified goods and articles related to door fittings.
4. Penalty for Contravention: This section underscores the consequences of non-compliance. Any person contravening the provisions of the order is subject to penalties as per the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
Table of Indian Standards: The article provides a detailed table specifying the goods or articles that fall under the order’s purview. It lists the relevant Indian Standards and titles associated with door fittings, covering aspects such as door closers, floor springs, rim latches, door handles, and more. It highlights that the latest versions of Indian Standards and their amendments, as notified by the Bureau of Indian Standards, shall apply.
Conclusion: The “Door Fittings (Quality Control) Order, 2023,” by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, represents a significant step in enhancing the quality and standardization of door fittings in India. The order ensures that products conform to specific Indian Standards and bear the Standard Mark as a symbol of compliance. It provides clear timelines for compliance based on enterprise size and highlights the role of the Bureau of Indian Standards in certification and enforcement.
Overall, this order is a testament to the Indian government’s commitment to quality assurance, consumer safety, and the promotion of industry standards. It will have a significant impact on the door fittings industry, ensuring that consumers receive products that meet specified quality benchmarks.
MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY
(Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade)
ORDER
New Delhi, the 23rd October, 2023
S.O. 4646(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 Door Fittings (Quality Control) Order, 2023.
(2) It shall come into force on the expiry of six months from the date of publication of this notification in the Official Gazette.
2. Compulsory use of Standard Mark. – Goods or articles specified in the Column (1) of the Table below shall conform to the corresponding Indian Standard mentioned in Column (2) of the Table and shall bear the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standard as per Scheme-1 of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018:
Provided that nothing contained in this order shall apply to goods or articles manufactured domestically for the purpose of export.
Provided further that for micro enterprises, as defined in clause (h) and (m), respectively of section 2 of the Micro, 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 in the Official Gazette.
Provided also that for small enterprises, as defined in clause (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 in the Official Gazette.
3. Certification and enforcement authority. – The Bureau of Indian Standard shall be the certifying and enforcing authority for the goods or articles specified in the column (1) of the Table.
4. Penalty for Contravention. – Any person who contravenes the provisions of this order shall be punishable in accordance with the provisions of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.
TABLE
|
Goods or articles |
Indian Standard |
Title of Indian Standard |
| (1) | (2) |
(3) |
| Door Fittings | 6343:1982 | Door closers (pneumatically regulated) for light doors weighing up to 40 kg |
| 14912:2001 | Door closers, concealed type (hydraulically regulated) | |
| 3564:1995 6315:1992 | Hydraulically Regulated Door Closers Floor springs (hydraulically regulated) for heavy doors | |
| 1019:1974 | Rim Latches | |
| 208:2020 | Door Handles | |
| 4992:1975 | Door handles for mortice lock (vertical type) |
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 shall apply.
[F. No. P-29026/19/2023-LEI]
SANJIV, Jt. Secy.
