BIS Certification for Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) – IS 12345:1988

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Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM) is a key industrial chemical used to manufacture adhesives, coatings, polymers (like PVA), and resins. Due to its hazardous nature and widespread use, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has made it mandatory to certify VAM under IS 12345:1988 to ensure safety, purity, and product standardization.

Standphill India, India’s leading BIS certification consultancy, helps manufacturers and importers obtain ISI mark licensing for Vinyl Acetate Monomer with expert guidance at every step.

What is IS 12345:1988?

IS 12345:1988 is the Indian Standard that specifies the quality, safety, and purity requirements for Vinyl Acetate Monomer. Key requirements include:

Minimum purity (typically  99.9%)

Controlled levels of acidity, water content, and inhibitors

Tests for density, distillation range, and residue

Guidelines for storage, sampling, marking, and packaging

Complying with IS 12345:1988 ensures that VAM is suitable for industrial and chemical applications in a safe and standardized manner.

Why BIS Certification is Mandatory for Vinyl Acetate Monomer (VAM).

As per the Quality Control Orders (QCOs) issued by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), it is compulsory to obtain BIS certification for Vinyl Acetate Monomer to:

Legally manufacture, sell, or import VAM in India

Ensure public safety and product consistency

Comply with government regulations on hazardous chemicals

Prevent legal issues, fines, and market bans

BIS Certification Process for Vinyl Acetate Monomer

Product Review & Documentation – Evaluation of technical specs and preparation of documents.

Application Submission – Filing of the BIS application under IS 12345:1988.

Testing at BIS-Recognized Labs – Product samples tested for purity, acidity, and other parameters.

Factory Inspection – BIS audits the production facility for quality control measures.

Grant of License – On successful compliance, BIS issues the license to use the ISI mark.

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Our Services Include:

1. Applicability assessment and standard analysis

2. Complete documentation and technical assistance

3. Coordination with BIS-approved testing labs

4. Factory inspection preparation and compliance support

5. Post-certification guidance and renewals

With Standphill India, you’ll get the expertise, speed, and accuracy needed to secure your BIS license without delay.

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Whether you're a manufacturer, importer, or chemical processor, obtaining the BIS license for Vinyl Acetate Monomer is essential for legal compliance and market access in India.

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