Published: 8 Apr 2022

Quality Control Extension Orders for Polyester Spun Grey and White Yarn (PSY)

BIS Certification Timeline for 100% Polyester Spun Grey & White Yarn under IS 17265

The Government of India has been steadily strengthening quality regulations across the textile industry to improve product quality, ensure consumer safety, and promote fair competition. One such significant initiative is the mandatory BIS certification for 100% Polyester Spun Grey and White Yarn (PSY) under IS 17265.

While the original Quality Control Order (QCO) introduced mandatory certification, the Government subsequently issued extension orders to provide manufacturers and importers additional time to comply with the new regulatory requirements.

Background of the Quality Control Order

The Department of Chemicals & Petrochemicals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers, issued the Polyester (Quality Control) Order through the Gazette Notification dated 30 September 2022.

Under this notification, 100% Polyester Spun Grey and White Yarn was brought under mandatory BIS certification conforming to:

Indian Standard: IS 17265 – 100 Percent Polyester Spun Grey and White Yarn – Specification

Manufacturers were required to obtain a valid BIS licence before manufacturing, selling, importing, or distributing the product in the Indian market.

Original Implementation Date

The original Quality Control Order specified that the regulation would become effective from: 03 April 2023

From this date onwards, only BIS-certified products bearing the Standard Mark would be permitted for sale in India.

Quality Control Extension Orders

To facilitate smoother implementation and provide additional time for the textile industry to complete testing, factory audits, and BIS licensing procedures, the Government issued extension notifications delaying the enforcement of the Quality Control Order.

These extensions were intended to:

• Allow manufacturers sufficient time to upgrade production facilities.
• Enable testing laboratories to handle increasing certification demand.
• Provide importers adequate time to comply with BIS requirements.
• Ensure uninterrupted supply of polyester yarn to downstream industries.
• Avoid disruption to textile manufacturing operations.

The extension orders reflected the Government’s balanced approach—maintaining product quality objectives while supporting industry readiness.

BIS Certification Process for Polyester Spun Grey & White Yarn

Obtaining BIS certification generally involves the following steps:

1. Identification of the applicable Indian Standard (IS 17265).
2. Preparation of manufacturing and quality management documents.
3. Product testing in a BIS-recognized laboratory.
4. Submission of the BIS application.
5. Factory inspection by BIS officials.
6. Verification of manufacturing capability and quality control.
7. Grant of BIS licence upon satisfactory compliance.

Manufacturers must also maintain ongoing compliance through periodic surveillance and testing.

Conclusion

The Quality Control Orders and subsequent extension notifications for Polyester Spun Grey and White Yarn (PSY) represent the Government of India’s commitment to improving the quality of textile products available in the market. By mandating BIS certification under IS 17265, the Government aims to ensure consistent product quality while protecting the interests of consumers and supporting the growth of the Indian textile industry.

Manufacturers should stay informed about the latest Quality Control Orders and extension notifications to ensure timely compliance and uninterrupted market access.

How OMEGA Supports Textile Manufacturers

OMEGA QMS Pvt. Ltd. provides end-to-end support for BIS certification of Polyester Spun Grey and White Yarn.

Our services include:

• BIS certification consultancy
• Documentation preparation
• Application filing
• Coordination with BIS-recognized laboratories
• Testing support
• Factory inspection preparation
• Compliance guidance
• Supply of textile testing equipment calibrated by NABL-accredited laboratories

With 25+ years of experience in BIS certification across multiple product categories, OMEGA offers a comprehensive solution under one roof, helping manufacturers achieve regulatory compliance efficiently.

Partnering with an experienced consultancy such as OMEGA QMS Pvt. Ltd. can simplify the certification process and help businesses meet BIS requirements with confidence.