BIS Certification For Footwear – All You Need To Know

Ensuring the quality and safety of the product is paramount In today’s competitive marketplace. There is no exception that Footwear is an essential part of our daily lives. To maintain the quality of the product, BIS stepped in to establish standards for Footwear in India. For the manufacturing and importing of footwear components, the manufacturer & importer have to comply with these standards to obtain a BIS certification For Footwear. This certificate serves as a testament to the safety and quality of Footwear. It shows that the manufacturer & importer are following the national standards rule.

What Is BIS Certification?

The complete form of BIS is the Bureau of Indian Standards. It is the national standards body of India. BIS certification is a third-party certification scheme that ensures that products follow Indian standards. It is mandatory for certain products, including Footwear.

Why Is It Mandatory To Have BIS Certification For Footwear?

BIS certification for Footwear is mandatory to ensure that the manufacturer/imports meet BIS safety and quality standards. Footwear that does not meet/pass BIS standards may be unsafe to wear and not provide adequate protection for the feet.

What Are The QCOs For On Footwear?

To obtain the BIS Certificate, the manufacturer must meet the (QCOs) Quality Control Orders per Indian standards. These standards cover a variety of factors, such as:

• Material safety
• Durability
• Fit
• Performance
• Labelling

Who Needs a BIS License For Footwear?

Footwear manufacturers Or Importers who want to distribute or sell their products in the Indian market must have a BIS License.

What Documents Are Required For The BIS Certification For Footwear?

To obtain the BIS certification for Footwear in India, you must work according to the process and attach the required documents. The list of documents needed for the BIS Certificate is as follows:-

• Application form
• Certificate of incorporation
• Manufacturing license
• Test reports
• Product samples
• Labeling information

How To Obtain a BIS License On Footwear?

You must follow an easy process to obtain the BIS Certificate for Footwear. If you find this processor tricky, ELT corporate BIS Registration is ready to help you make this process smoother. For the application, follow the process:-

• Fill out the BIS Application
• Submit the required documents.
• Pay the application fee.
• BIS inspector inspects the manufacturing facility & tests sample products.
• The officer will issue a BIS license if products meet the BIS standards.

What is the timeline for a Certificate of BIS on Footwear?

As per the complexity of the product, the timeline to obtain a BIS Certificate on Footwear varies. So, the approval of the BIS certificate process typically takes around 3-6 months.

What Is The Validity Of BIS Certificate on Footwear?

The BIS License for Footwear is valid for one year. After one year, you must apply for the renewal of the BIS Registration Certificate for Footwear.

What Is The Cost Of BIS Certification For Footwear?

The cost of the BIS certificate on Footwear varies depending on the number of products. Typically, it costs between ₹10,000 and ₹50,000, depending on the product being tested and its complexity.

Benefits To Earn BIS Certification For Footwear

There are many benefits to obtaining a BIS certificate for Footwear. This will help boost the number of sales sales of the manufacturer and gain users’ interest. The benefits are as follows:-

• Increased sales: When consumers find that your product meets the Indian Standard during the time the product is produced, this will help to increase sales. BIS Certificate shows the highest standards of safety and quality.
• Improve brand reputation: BIS certification helps to improve brand reputation by showing consumers that the manufacturers/importers are committed to providing high-quality products.
• Access to new markets: This will help boost business and access new markets in India and abroad.
• Reduced costs: BIS certification can help to reduce costs by improving product quality and reducing the risk of recalls.

List Of Indian Standards for Footwear Products

• IS 15467:2020 Specification for leather-upper leather-soled Chappals (Slippers)
• IS 16565:2020 Specification for industrial protective leather footwear (Improved)
• IS 15465:2003 Specification for Industrial Protective Footwear
• IS 16566:2020 Specification for rubber-soled industrial protective Footwear (Improved)
• IS 16567:2020 Specification for safety-trained Protective Footwear
• IS 16568:2020 Specification for steel-toe safety shoes
• IS 16569:2020 Specification for forestry and logging safety boots
• IS 5705:2006 Specification for safety footwear (ordinary type)
• IS 2009:2006 Specification for leather uppers
• IS 1195:1995 Specification for sole leather
• BIS Certification for Rubber and Polymeric Material Footwear

BIS Certification for Rubber and Polymeric Material Footwear

Sr. No.	Name of Footwear	Indian Standard	Title of Indian Standard
1	Industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots	IS 5557: 2004	Industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots – Specification
2	All rubber gum boots and ankle boots	IS 5557 (Part 2): 2018	All rubber gum boots and ankle boots: Part 2 occupational purposes
3	Moulded solid rubber soles and heels	IS 5676: 1995	Moulded solid rubber soles and heels- Specification
4	Rubber microcellular sheets for soles and heels	IS 6664: 1992	Rubber microcellular sheets for soles and heels- Specification
5	Solid PVC soles and heels	IS 6664: 1992	Rubber microcellular sheets for soles and heels- Specification
6	Solid PVC soles and heels	IS 6719: 1972	Specification for solid PVC soles and heels
7	PVC sandal	IS 6721: 1972	Specification for PVC sandal
8	Rubber HawaiChappal	IS 10702: 1992	Rubber HawaiChappal- Specification
9	Slipper, rubber	IS 11544: 1986	Specification for slipper, rubber
10	Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)industrial boots	IS 12254: 2021	Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)industrial boots – Specification
11	Polyurethane sole, semirigid	IS 13893: 1994	Polyurethane sole, semirigid- Specification
12	Unlined moulded rubber boots	IS 13995: 1995	Unlined moulded rubber boots – Specification
13	Moulded plastic, footwear-Lined, Unlined Polyurethane, boots for general industrial use	IS 16645: 2018	Moulded plastic, footwear-lined, Unlined Polyurethane, boots for general industrial use
14	Footwear for men and women for municipal scavenging work	IS 16994: 2018	Footwear for men and women for municipal scavenging work

BIS Certification for Leather Footwear and Other Footwear Compounds

Sr. No.	Name of Footwear	Indian Standard	Title of Indian Standard
1	Leather safety boots and shoes	IS 1989 (Part 1): 1986	Specification for leather safety boots and shoes Part 1 for miners Specification for leather safety boots and shoes Part 2 for heavy metal industries
2	Canvas Shoes Rubber Sole	IS 3735: 1996	Canvas Shoes, Rubber Sole- Specification
3	Canvas Boots Rubber Sole	IS 3736: 1995	Canvas Boots, Rubber Sole- Specification
4	Safety Rubber Canvas Boots for Miners	IS 3736: 1995	Safety Rubber Canvas Boots for Miners- Specification
5	Leather safety footwear having direct moulded rubber sole	IS 11226: 1993	Sports Footwear
6	Leather safety footwear with direct moulded polyvinyl chloride (PVC) sole	IS 14544: 1998	Leather safety footwear with direct moulded polyvinyl chloride (PVC) sole – Specification
7	Sports footwear	IS 15844: 2010	Sports Footwear- Specification
8	High ankle tactical boots with PU – Rubber sole	IS 17012: 2018	High ankle tactical boots with PU – Rubber Sole – Specification
9	Antiriot shoes	IS 17037: 2018	Antiriot shoes – Specification
10	Derby shoes	IS 17043: 2018	Derby shoes – Specification

BIS Certification for PPE Footwear

Name of Footwear	Indian Standard	Title of Indian Standard
Personal Protective Equipment – Footwear	IS 15298 (Part 2): 2016IS 15298 ( Part 3): 2019IS 15298 (Part 4):2017	Personal protective equipment – Part 2Safety Footwear Personal protective equipment – Part 3Protective Footwear Personal protective equipment – Part 4Occupational Footwear

Why Choose ELT Corporate To Obtain BIS Certificate For Footwear?

ELT Corporate will assist you in obtaining a BIS certificate through expert guidance. We will assist you from the application to the approval process. Our guidance will solve your queries, and experts will help you balance your work and government inspection. They will coordinate with the BIS Officer and inform you about the status of your BIS Registration.

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