BIS Certification for Air Purifiers under QCO 2026
Air purifiers have seen rapid growth across Indian homes, offices, and commercial spaces in recent years. Under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026 — commonly referred to as QCO 2026 — BIS certification is now mandatory for all air purifiers before they can be sold or imported in […]
BIS Certification for Vacuum Cleaners under QCO 2026
Vacuum cleaners are one of the first product categories listed under the Safety of Household, Commercial and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026 — commonly referred to as QCO 2026. Issued on 6th April 2026 by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT), the order makes BIS certification mandatory for all vacuum cleaners before […]
BIS Certification for Outdoor, Barbecue & Specialised Appliances under QCO 2026
“`html BIS Certification for Outdoor, Barbecue & Specialised Appliances under QCO 2026 The QCO 2026 extends well beyond typical household appliances to include outdoor equipment, fuel-burning appliances with electrical connections, and several other specialised categories. These are often overlooked by manufacturers and importers who assume the QCO only applies to mainstream consumer electronics. Covered Products […]
BIS Certification for Laundry & Fabric Care Appliances under QCO 2026
“`html Laundry and fabric care appliances represent a high-volume product category used in millions of Indian homes and commercial establishments. The QCO 2026 mandates BIS certification for this entire segment — a fact that many importers and manufacturers in the laundry space have overlooked. Covered Products The following laundry and fabric care appliances are explicitly […]
Other Household & Niche Appliances under QCO 2026
“`html Beyond the major product clusters, the QCO 2026 also covers a wide range of niche, emerging, and specialised appliances. Many businesses in these segments are unaware that their products fall within the scope of mandatory BIS certification. Covered Products Electrical Appliances for Use with Aquariums and Garden Ponds Drives for Vertically Moving Garage Doors […]
BIS Certification for Beauty & Wellness Appliances under QCO 2026
“`html Advanced beauty and wellness devices are now subject to mandatory BIS certification under QCO 2026. This covers everything from professional salon equipment to consumer wellness products, reflecting growing regulatory focus on safety in this segment. Covered Products Sauna Heating Appliances and Infrared Cabins Beauty Care Appliances Incorporating Lasers and Intense Light Sources Whirlpool Baths […]
BIS Compliance for Commercial Electrical Appliances under QCO 2026
“`html Commercial-grade electrical appliances used in industries, hospitality, and large-scale food service operations are covered under the QCO 2026. The compliance requirements are the same as for household appliances, but the stakes are significantly higher given the scale of operations involved. Covered Products The QCO lists the following commercial appliances: Commercial Electric Cooking Ranges, Ovens, […]
BIS Certification for Battery-Operated Appliances under QCO 2026
“`html One of the most significant expansions under QCO 2026 is the explicit inclusion of DC-supplied and battery-operated appliances. Many importers and manufacturers mistakenly assume that wireless or battery-powered products fall outside the scope of BIS certification — they do not. Covered Products The QCO explicitly lists the following DC/battery-operated variants: DC Supplied / Battery-Operated […]
BIS Certification for Air Treatment Appliances under QCO 2026
“`html With rising concern over air quality across India, air treatment appliances have seen rapid growth in demand. The QCO 2026 brings this entire category under mandatory BIS certification, covering both household and commercial variants. Covered Products Air-Cleaning Appliances Humidifiers Vaporizers DC Supplied / Battery-Operated Air Purifiers Commercial Electric Hoods Applicable Standard IS 302 (Part […]
BIS Certification for Cleaning Appliances under QCO 2026
Cleaning appliances are among the most widely used electrical products in both homes and commercial establishments. The QCO 2026 makes BIS certification mandatory for all such appliances, backed by enforcement authority vested in the Bureau of Indian Standards. Covered Products Vacuum Cleaners and Water Suction Cleaning Appliances Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines Surface-Cleaning […]