BIS Certification for Toys in India – IS 9873 & IS 15644 | Ensure Safety, Stay Compliant

In India, all toys—whether manufactured domestically or imported—must comply with strict safety standards under the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). As per the latest BIS Product Manual (PM/9873/12, Nov 2023), it is mandatory for all toys to be ISI certified, ensuring they meet child safety norms for mechanical, physical, chemical, electrical, and flammability hazards.

If you manufacture, import, or distribute toys in India, BIS certification is non-negotiable — and Standphill India is here to help you get it right.

What Standards Apply?

Toys must comply with multiple parts of IS 9873 and IS 15644, depending on the type:

These standards cover:

Mechanical/physical hazards (Part 1)

Flammability (Part 2)

Toxic elements & phthalates (Parts 3 & 9)

Activity toys & swings (Part 4)

Finger paints & coatings (Part 7)

Electric toy safety (IS 15644)

What Products Require Certification?

All toy categories and subcategories—over 146 subtypes—are covered, including:

Rattles and rings

Ride-on toys and scooters

Dolls, action figures, and educational toys

Battery or transformer-powered toys

Soft toys, teething rings, paintable toys, etc.

Manufacturers must ensure age-appropriate design, chemical safety, mechanical strength, and non-flammability.

BIS Certification Process for Toys

Product Testing: Samples are sent to a BIS-recognized laboratory for full testing.

Application on Manakonline: File your application, declare your toy models and series, and submit required documents.

Factory Inspection: BIS officials inspect production facilities, test equipment, safety practices, and labeling.

ISI Mark Grant: After approval, BIS issues the license to use the ISI mark on toys and packaging.

Ongoing Compliance: Includes periodic retesting, audits, and license renewals.

Every toy must be properly marked with the ISI logo, license number, and safety instructions, as per BIS packaging rules.

Why Choose Standphill India?

Getting BIS certification can be time-consuming, especially with over 7 toy categories and 100+ tests. Standphill India offers complete, expert consultancy to ensure your toys are certified quickly, correctly, and cost-effectively.

Our Expertise Covers:

Complete application & document support

Product testing coordination with BIS labs

Grouping, series declaration, and sample prep

Factory audit readiness and compliance guidance

Post-certification license management

We work with both Indian and overseas toy brands, helping them meet India’s toy quality standards with speed and precision.

Final Word

If you're manufacturing or importing toys into India, BIS certification is legally mandatory and crucial for protecting children and your brand reputation.

Don't leave compliance to chance—partner with Standphill India.

BIS Toy Certification. Simplified. Secured. Delivered.

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