BIS certification for footwear

It is mandatory for domestic and foreign footwear manufacturers supplying to the Indian market to obtain BIS certification for footwear. Importers, distributors, retailers etc. are not required to obtain BIS license for footwear, but before buying and selling footwear covered under mandatory BIS certification scheme, they must check whether the manufacturer has a valid BIS license. . This requirement is part of the quality control standards issued by the government and its purpose is to ensure the quality and safety of footwear products. The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India has issued regulations making BIS certification for footwear mandatory for manufacturers of sports shoes, general purpose causal shoes, derby shoes, safety shoes, industrial boots, canvas shoes, antiriot shoes, leather shoes, etc.

Step by step procedure to get BIS certification for footwear:

1.    Development of footwear as per BIS standards.

2.    Go to manak online and generate login credentials.

3.    Testing of the product from BIS approved labs.

4.    Installation of in-house testing lab.

5.    Filling of the application with requisite documents.

6.    Payment of the govt. fee on the BIS Portal.

7.    Scrutiny of the application by the BIS officer.

8.    BIS officer conducts an audit at factory premises to check manufacturing facility and seal some samples for further testing.

9.    If all criteria are met, BIS grants the certification to the footwear manufacturer (expected license delivery period: 30 to 45 days)

Conclusion:

Obtaining a BIS certification can be challenging, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises. includes several steps, such as application submission, product testing, and compliance verification. Max Solutions Consulting Services will expertly guide you through the complex process of obtaining BIS certification for footwear. We carefully guide you through BIS regulations to ensure your products meet all legal requirements. We'll take care of every step of the way, from submitting an accurate application to supporting documents. Beyond certification, our experts provide post-certification support and compliance services after grant of the license.