CRS Certificate

BIS Certification for Food Products is an important compliance topic for food manufacturers, processors, and businesses selling products in India. However, there is a common misunderstanding that every food item must carry a BIS licence or ISI Mark. That is not the case. BIS certification is generally voluntary, while the Central Government makes certification compulsory for specific products through applicable notifications and Quality Control Orders. For a food business, the right approach is to identify the product, check the applicable Indian Standard, and then confirm whether BIS certification is currently mandatory. This small step can prevent unnecessary applications, testing expenses, and compliance problems. What Is BIS Certification for Food Products? The Bureau of Indian Standards develops Indian Standards for products, materials, processes, and services. Its product certification system allows manufacturers to demonstrate that their products conform to the relevant standar...

Getting a BIS ISI certification is an important step for manufacturers whose products fall under the applicable BIS certification requirements. One of the first questions businesses usually ask is simple: How long does BIS ISI certification take? There is no single answer for every product. The time depends on the certification route, product testing, factory inspection, document preparation, and how quickly the applicant responds to questions raised during the process. According to the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), the average time for granting a product certification licence is generally about one month under Option 2 and about four months under Option 1, calculated from the receipt and recording of a complete application. BIS also states that the actual time may vary because of queries, inspection arrangements, sample submission, fee payments, and other factors. Understanding what happens during these weeks makes it easier for a manufacturer to plan production and market launc...