IS 302-2-15:2009 is the Bureau of Indian Standards safety specification for household and similar electrical appliances - specifically Part 2, Section 15, covering appliances designed for heating liquids. It is a first revision of the standard and aligns with IEC 60335-2-15.
The standard covers:
1. Electrical safety requirements - insulation, earthing, leakage current limits
2. Thermal safety - temperature limits under normal and fault conditions
3. Protection against overheating, dry operation, and boil-dry conditions
4. Mechanical strength and stability requirements
5. Water resistance and moisture protection
6. Component and material safety - heating elements, thermostats, thermal cut-outs
7. Marking, rating plate, and instruction requirements
8. Type testing requirements at BIS-recognised laboratories
IS 302-2-15:2009 falls under BIS mandatory certification. No manufacturer can legally sell appliances for heating liquids in India without a valid ISI Mark licence. Retail chains, e-commerce platforms, institutional procurement, and import clearance all verify BIS licence status. Uncertified product is subject to market surveillance, seizure, and penalty under the BIS Act, 2016.
For full details - BIS Certification for Appliances for Heating Liquids — IS 302-2-15:2009