BIS ISI Mark Certification for Methanol – IS 517:2020

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Methanol is a vital industrial chemical used in solvents, fuels, plastics, pharmaceuticals, and more. Due to its flammable and toxic nature, the Indian government has made BIS ISI certification mandatory for Methanol under IS 517:2020.

If you're manufacturing, storing, selling, or importing Methanol in India, getting your product certified by BIS is not optional—it's a legal requirement.

What Is IS 517:2020?

IS 517:2020 is the Indian Standard that defines the technical specifications and safety criteria for Methanol (CH?OH). This includes:

Minimum methanol purity percentage

Limits on acidity, moisture content, and specific gravity

Maximum permissible levels of non-volatile residues, sulfur compounds, and impurities

The standard ensures methanol is chemically stable, safe for use, and suitable for downstream industrial applications.

Why BIS Certification Is Mandatory

Under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers' Quality Control Order (QCO), Methanol is now included in the mandatory certification scheme. According to the BIS Act:

Only ISI-marked Methanol can be manufactured, distributed, or imported in India.

Non-compliance can lead to penalties, seizure of goods, and legal action.

BIS certification ensures domestic and international buyers trust your product.

BIS Certification Process for Methanol

Here’s how the BIS ISI certification process works for Methanol:

1. Online Application via Manakonline

Submit the application along with:

Process flowchart

Factory layout

Quality assurance documents

Raw material sources

2. Product Sample Testing

Samples are sent to a BIS-approved laboratory for testing against IS 517:2020 requirements.

3. Factory Audit

BIS officials inspect:

Manufacturing setup

Storage & handling protocols

Testing facilities

Quality control practices

4. ISI Mark License Issuance

After successful audit and testing, BIS issues an ISI license with a unique CM/L number, allowing you to legally mark your Methanol product with the ISI logo.

5. Post-Certification Maintenance

Routine factory inspections

Surveillance testing

Ongoing documentation compliance

Standphill India – Your BIS Certification Partner

Handling BIS certification for hazardous chemicals like Methanol involves strict paperwork, lab coordination, and regulatory interpretation. That’s why leading manufacturers trust Standphill India.

Our End-to-End Services Include:

Application and documentation filing

Coordination with BIS-recognized labs

Factory audit preparation

Non-conformance handling

Renewal and compliance support

We simplify the process so you get your ISI mark fast and without errors.

Final Word

Methanol is a high-risk, high-regulation product. With BIS certification under IS 517:2020 now mandatory, it's time to secure your product’s compliance and market entry.

Trust Standphill India to make the process smooth, fast, and fully compliant.

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