Learn how to get BIS certification for glass feeding bottles as per IS 5168:2018. Standphill India offers expert consultancy for BIS application, testing, and factory audit support.

BIS ISI Mark Certification for Glass Feeding Bottles - IS 5168:2018

A Complete Guide by Standphill India

When it comes to infant care, safety is non-negotiable. One of the most commonly used products in early child development is the glass feeding bottle. Used daily by parents, caregivers, and hospitals, these bottles must meet the highest hygiene, thermal, and durability standards. In India, such safety and quality assurance is enforced through BIS ISI Mark Certification, specifically under IS 5168:2018.

This blog explains everything manufacturers, importers, and sellers need to know about BIS certification for glass feeding bottles - and how Standphill India can help ensure compliance with speed and precision.

What Is IS 5168:2018?

IS 5168:2018 is the Indian Standard that lays out the specifications for glass feeding bottles for infant use. It covers every aspect of product safety and performance including:

Material: Borosilicate or soda-lime glass that is safe for food and repeated sterilization

Thermal Shock Resistance: The bottle must withstand high-temperature changes during boiling or sterilizing

Mechanical Strength: Should resist impact and prevent breakage under normal use

Volume Accuracy: Graduation marks (e.g., 30ml, 60ml, 120ml) must be precise and readable

Finish: Smooth edges, non-toxic paint, no internal cracks or sharp corners

Hygiene: Surface should be easy to clean and non-porous

Labeling Requirements: Must clearly show ISI mark, manufacturer ID, capacity, care instructions, and batch number

This standard helps ensure that every bottle used by Indian parents is safe, hygienic, and reliable.

Why Is BIS Certification Mandatory for Glass Feeding Bottles?

In recent years, the Government of India has increased focus on regulating baby and food-contact products. Under the BIS Compulsory Certification Scheme, glass feeding bottles now fall under mandatory BIS ISI certification.

Key Legal Points:

Only ISI-marked glass feeding bottles conforming to IS 5168:2018 are allowed to be sold, imported, or distributed in India. This regulation is enforced by the BIS Act, 2016 and relevant Quality Control Orders (QCOs). Non-compliance may lead to seizure of stock, fines and legal action, and a ban from selling on online marketplaces or retail stores. Certification is mandatory for Indian manufacturers, importers of foreign brands, and OEM/private-label suppliers selling in India.

Benefits of BIS ISI Mark for Glass Feeding Bottles

1. Regulatory Compliance: You meet mandatory government regulations

2. Consumer Trust: Parents prefer ISI-marked baby products

3. Market Access: Needed for online platforms, exports, and B2B sales

4. Quality Assurance: Confirms your product is tested and verified

5. Brand Reputation: Shows commitment to infant health and safety

BIS Certification Process for Glass Feeding Bottles

To get your product certified under IS 5168:2018, you must follow BIS’s Scheme I (ISI Mark Scheme):

Step 1: Online Application

Register on the BIS Manak online Portal and fill out the application form with factory details, manufacturing process, product specifications, quality control procedures

Step 2: Sample Testing in BIS Lab

Submit product samples to a BIS-approved lab. Tests include thermal shock test, impact strength, volume accuracy, chemical safety (leaching, toxicity), and visual inspection and dimensional checks.

Step 3: Factory Inspection

BIS officers visit your facility to verify the production setup, equipment calibration, batch traceability, and in-process and final product checks.

Step 4: ISI License Grant

If your product and plant meet the BIS standard, you receive a BIS license number (CM/L) and permission to affix the ISI mark with IS 5168:2018 on the product and packaging.

Step 5: Post-Certification Surveillance

Maintain test logs and production data, undergo routine BIS surveillance audits, and renew your license annually.

Documentation Required

1. Factory registration/license

2. Quality control manual

3. Product drawing and dimensions

4. Raw material test certificates

5. In-house lab equipment calibration reports

6. Sample test reports from BIS lab

Why Choose Standphill India for BIS Certification?

Getting BIS certification isn’t just about submitting forms. It requires technical knowledge, coordination with labs, and audit readiness - which can be time-consuming and complex.

That’s why leading baby product manufacturers trust Standphill India for complete certification support.

Our Services Include:

1. BIS application and documentation filing

2. Coordinating with BIS-recognized labs for testing

3. Pre-audit factory review and readiness checklist

4. Addressing objections or compliance gaps

5. Post-certification renewal and expansion support

Why Clients Choose Us:

Standphill India has proven experience with infant products and glassware certification and provides fast, transparent, and cost-effective services. Our dedicated team ensures complete regulatory compliance and maintains strong relationships with BIS officials and laboratories. Whether you're a startup brand, OEM, or importer, Standphill India helps you get certified correctly - the first time.

Final Thoughts

Glass feeding bottles are among the most sensitive baby products - and rightly so, they are now regulated under IS 5168:2018. BIS certification is not just a mark of compliance, it’s a signal of trust, safety, and quality to every parent and buyer.

Don’t let paperwork, lab confusion, or inspection delays hold you back. Let Standphill India handle your BIS certification process from start to finish.

Safe Products Begin with Standards. Get BIS Certified with Standphill India.