BIS Certification for N95 Masks

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Looking for a trusted source to get BIS certification for N95 masks at affaordable pricing? Here you go then. We provide consultations to manufacturers of N95 masks not only at pan India level but at Global level too.

Standard certifications win the trust of customers. Besides that, it keeps you relieved as a manufacturer and dealer about the quality consequences. We, at Omega QMS offer hassle-free certification services to get your products or services BIS certified.

Bureau of Indian Standards is a national standard body headquartered in New Delhi with branches in all the state capitals, works under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution department of the Government of India. So of you are getting your products certified with that quality mark of ISI under the Bureau of Indian Standards, customers will not think twice to make a purchase of your product. However for all the supplies to HLL and Government of India BIS licence is mandatory.

What is an N-95 Mask?

N95 mask or respirator is a particulate filtering facepiece respirator that filters around 95% of the airborne particles. This product working as a mechanical filter respirator ensures protection against all particulates and not against the vapors or air. These N95 designs were originally manufactured keeping in view the activities like mining, painting, construction, etc. These are also designed for healthcare purposes for patients with respiratory or lung diseases. But right now, it's the fatal virus i.e. coronavirus that has led to an immense increase in the N95 masks demand.

Standard Quality N-95 masks to Fight against COVID-19

The whole world is fighting a battle with the deadly coronavirus. The virus has engulfed many lives and is announced as a pandemic 2-3 months back by the world health body WHO.

There are a lot of safety measures that we have to take and wearing masks is one of them. Mainly the virus can be transmitted when a COVID-19 positive person sneezes, coughs, or exhales. That's why these N-95 masks can be used to provide complete protection against the infectious virus. And even it has been made mandatory for all manufacturers to get BIS license and ISI marked masks in order to supply them to HLL or any other government department.

Why BIS certification for N95 Masks is Necessary?

In the wake of the pandemic COVID-19 outbreak, there is a heavy demand of N95 masks across the globe. Unfortunately, there are some manufacturers or dealers who are compromising the quality of those masks just for the sake of money.

This compromise to the quality may affect your customer adversely and That's why the BIS certification for N95 Masks is Necessary. To gain the trust of your customers, make sure your N95 masks undergo quality testing and get the quality certification.

Bureau of Indian Standards is the largest Govt body to testify and certify the products and services in terms of safety and usability. We here, at Omega QMS, provide a range of services to help manufacturers get BIS license and manufacturing ISI marked N-95 masks.

Consult Omega QMS to get BIS certification for N-95 masks

Quality certified products not only make a product supreme but also gives the manufacturer a competitive edge. Because the quality standard ISI mark denotes the quality, authenticity, safety, and purity of the product. Omega QMS is a well recognized BIS certification consultants that help the applicant in every aspect whether it is application, documentation, product testing, or certification approval. We also manufacturer complete range of test equipments for N-95 masks and surgical masks. Omega QMS team is there to help you at every step of the BIS certification application process including assistance in solving your technical issues.

Omega QMS is having a complete range of services that help business owners in gaining customer trust and work in an allaince with the government bodies. With us, you can avail, services for obtaining BIS Marks licence for N95 masks (Half Filtering Masks) as per IS 9473.

Omega Industrial Corporation sister concern of Omega QMS is India's first company to develop complete test facilities for testing of N95 masks and Surgical Masks as per IS 9473 & IS 16289 respectively.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an N95 mask and what standard does it follow in India?

An N95 mask or respirator is a particulate filtering facepiece respirator that filters around 95% of airborne particles. It works as a mechanical filter respirator that ensures protection against all particulates, though not against vapors or gases.

In India, N95 masks (Half Filtering Masks) must comply with IS 9473, the Indian Standard for respiratory protective devices. These masks were originally designed for activities like mining, painting, and construction, and are also used for healthcare purposes for patients with respiratory or lung diseases.

Why is BIS certification mandatory for N95 masks?

BIS license and ISI marked masks are mandatory for all supplies to HLL (Hindustan Latex Limited) and any other government department. This requirement was reinforced during the COVID-19 pandemic due to heavy demand and concerns about quality compromise by some manufacturers.

BIS certification ensures that N95 masks meet quality, safety, and usability standards as verified by the Bureau of Indian Standards, which is the national standards body working under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution, Government of India. The ISI mark denotes the quality, authenticity, safety, and purity of the product, helping manufacturers gain customer trust and competitive advantage.

What is IS 9473 and what are the testing requirements for N95 masks?

IS 9473 is the Indian Standard for respiratory protective devices, specifically for N95 masks (Half Filtering Masks). Manufacturers must ensure their N95 masks undergo quality testing as per this standard to obtain BIS certification.

The standard specifies requirements for particulate filtration efficiency (minimum 95% filtration of airborne particles), breathability, fit, and overall safety. Complete test facilities are required for testing N95 masks according to IS 9473 specifications to verify compliance before certification approval.

What is the BIS certification process for N95 masks?

The BIS certification process for N95 masks involves several key steps:

Application submission: Manufacturers must submit a formal application to BIS for product certification under IS 9473.
Documentation: Complete documentation demonstrating manufacturing capability, quality control processes, and technical specifications must be provided.
Product testing: N95 mask samples must undergo testing at BIS-recognized laboratories to verify compliance with IS 9473 standards. Tests evaluate particulate filtration efficiency, breathability, and safety parameters.
Factory inspection: BIS conducts factory inspections to verify manufacturing facilities and quality management systems.
Certification approval: Upon successful completion of testing and inspections, BIS grants the license to use the ISI mark on N95 masks.

Manufacturers must maintain ongoing compliance with BIS requirements, including periodic factory surveillance and product testing, to retain the license.

How does OMEGA QMS support N95 mask manufacturers in obtaining BIS certification?

OMEGA QMS provides comprehensive BIS certification services for N95 mask manufacturers at both pan-India and global levels. Our support includes:

Certification consultancy: We assist applicants in every aspect of the BIS certification process, including application preparation, documentation, product testing coordination, and certification approval.
Technical support: Our team provides assistance in solving technical issues that may arise during the certification process.
Complete testing solutions: We manufacture a complete range of test equipment for N95 masks and surgical masks as per IS 9473 and IS 16289 standards respectively.

Omega Industrial Corporation, a sister concern of OMEGA QMS, is India's first company to develop complete test facilities for testing N95 masks and surgical masks according to Indian Standards. This ensures manufacturers have access to reliable testing infrastructure required for BIS certification compliance.