BIS Certification for Rubber Gaskets for Pressure Cookers – IS 7466:2023 (ISI Mark Mandatory)

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has mandated BIS certification for rubber gaskets for pressure cookers under IS 7466:2023 via the Rubber Gaskets for Pressure Cookers (Quality Control) Order, 2023. No rubber gasket can be legally manufactured, imported, or sold in India without the ISI Mark. As a trusted BIS certification consultant, Standphill India provides comprehensive compliance support for seamless certification.

Introduction: Why Rubber Gaskets Are a Critical Safety Component

Pressure cookers are indispensable in Indian kitchens, valued for speed, energy efficiency, and convenience. However, the safety and performance of a pressure cooker depend heavily on one small but vital component — the rubber gasket. A substandard gasket can lead to steam leakage, pressure imbalance, contamination of food, or even serious kitchen accidents. To eliminate such risks and protect consumers, BIS has made ISI Mark certification mandatory for rubber gaskets used in pressure cookers.

What Is IS 7466:2023?

IS 7466:2023 is the official Indian Standard that defines the technical, chemical, mechanical, and performance requirements for rubber gaskets intended for pressure cookers. These gaskets are typically manufactured from nitrile rubber, silicone rubber, or other approved food-contact-safe elastomeric compounds.

The standard ensures that gaskets:

• Do not release harmful substances into food or steam

• Do not alter taste, odour, or colour of food

• Maintain elasticity, sealing ability, and durability under repeated pressure and temperature cycles

Is BIS Certification Mandatory for Rubber Gaskets for Pressure Cookers?

Yes. BIS certification is mandatory.

As per the Quality Control Order (QCO), 2023, no person is permitted to manufacture, import, sell, store, distribute, or exhibit rubber gaskets for pressure cookers in India without an ISI Mark licence from BIS.

Key Highlights – BIS Certification for Rubber Gaskets

Scope of IS 7466:2023

The standard prescribes:

• Material quality requirements

• Sampling procedures

• Laboratory test methods

• Acceptance criteria for performance and safety

Dimensions of the gasket are mutually agreed between buyer and seller, but material composition and performance must strictly comply with IS 7466:2023.

Mandatory Tests Under IS 7466:2023

Rubber gaskets must pass stringent physical, mechanical, chemical, and performance tests:

Additional tests include change in volume, compression set, resistance to deformation, total zinc oxide, and extractables in water and hexane.

BIS Certification Process for Rubber Gaskets (ISI Mark)

The licence authorizes manufacturers to affix the ISI Mark with CM/L number on approved gaskets.

Timeline for BIS Certification

QCO Overview – Rubber Gaskets for Pressure Cookers

Industry Impact of Mandatory BIS Certification

• Elimination of substandard and unsafe gaskets

• Improved consumer confidence in pressure cooker safety

• Higher quality benchmarks for manufacturers

• Reduced product liability and recalls

Recent Certification Supported by Standphill India

Why Choose Standphill India for BIS Certification?

Standphill India is a trusted BIS certification consultant with deep expertise in rubber products, kitchenware components, and ISI-marked consumer goods.

We simplify complex BIS regulations into a clear, time-bound certification roadmap.

Conclusion

The mandatory BIS certification for rubber gaskets for pressure cookers under IS 7466:2023 is a decisive step toward improving kitchen safety in India. Compliance is no longer optional — it is a legal and commercial necessity.

Manufacturers that proactively obtain BIS certification not only avoid regulatory risks but also gain market credibility, consumer trust, and long-term business stability.

With Standphill India as your compliance partner, BIS certification becomes a structured, predictable, and efficient process — enabling you to focus on quality manufacturing and market growth.