BIS QCO for Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products – Quality Control Order 2025

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, has issued the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 vide S.O. 2021(E) dated 5th May, 2025, published in the Gazette of India

(Extraordinary), Part II – Section 3 – Sub-section (ii).

This Order supersedes the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality 

Control) Order, 2024 and makes it mandatory for all covered aluminium and 

aluminium alloy products to conform to the relevant Bureau of Indian Standards 

(BIS) Indian Standards and bear the ISI Mark (Standard Mark) under a valid BIS 

licence before being manufactured, imported, or sold in India.

REGULATORY HISTORY OF THIS QCO:

- Principal Order: Aluminium & Aluminium Alloy Products (QCO) Order, 2023

  – S.O. 4241(E) | 27th September, 2023

- Amendment Order, 2024: S.O. 1512(E) | 22nd March, 2024

  (Revised implementation dates for MSME enterprises)

- Supersession Order, 2024: S.O. 4696(E) | 25th October, 2024

  (New QCO 2024 issued — effective 1st April, 2025)

- Current Order, 2025: S.O. 2021(E) | 5th May, 2025

  (Latest QCO superseding 2024 order — effective 1st October, 2025)

The Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products (Quality Control) Order, 2025 applies 

to all aluminium and aluminium alloy products specified in the Table below, 

manufactured in India for domestic sale or imported into India for commercial use.

This Order does NOT apply to:

- Aluminium products manufactured domestically exclusively for export

- Imports up to 200 kg per year by aluminium product manufacturers for 

  Research & Development purposes, subject to conditions specified in the Order

COMPLETE LIST OF PRODUCTS COVERED

The following 17 categories of Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products are 

covered under this QCO:

IRRIGATION & AGRICULTURAL USE

1.  IS 7092 (Part 1):1992 – Aluminium Alloy Tubes for Irrigation Purposes 

    (Welded Tubes)

2.  IS 7092 (Part 2):1987 – Aluminium Alloy Tubes for Irrigation Purposes 

    (Welded Tubes – Part 2)

ELECTRICAL APPLICATIONS

3.  IS 5485:1997 – EC Grade Aluminium Rod produced by Continuous Casting and Rolling (for Electrical Conductor use)

4.  IS 5082:1998 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Bars, Rods, Tubes, Sections, Plates and Sheets for Electrical Appliances

5.  IS 2067:1975 – Wrought Aluminium Wire for Electrical Purposes

GENERAL ENGINEERING PRODUCTS

6.  IS 733:1983 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Bars, Rods and Sections (for General Engineering Purposes)

7.  IS 734:1975 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys, Forging Stock and Forgings for General Engineering Purposes

8.  IS 736:1986 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Plate for General Engineering Purposes

9.  IS 737:2008 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Sheets and Strip for General Engineering Purposes

10. IS 739:1992 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Wire for General Engineering Purposes

11. IS 740:1977 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Rivet Stock for General Engineering Purposes

12. IS 1285:2002 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys – Extruded Round Tube and Hollow Section for General Engineering Purposes

PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING

13. IS 16011:2012 – Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Foil for Pharmaceutical Packaging

CONSTRUCTION & ARCHITECTURAL

14. IS 17682:2021 – Aluminium Composite Panel

15. IS 1254:2007 – Corrugated Aluminium Sheet

HOUSEHOLD UTENSILS

16. IS 21:1992 – Wrought Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys for Manufacture of Utensils

AEROSPACE APPLICATIONS

17. IS 7902:2001 – Aluminium Alloy Forging Stock and Forgings (Alloy 24343) for Aerospace Appliances

Note: The latest version of each Indian Standard including all amendments notified by BIS from time to time shall apply.

All aluminium and aluminium alloy products covered under this QCO must:

- Conform to the corresponding Indian Standard as specified in the Table

- Bear the BIS Standard Mark (ISI Mark) under a valid BIS licence

- Obtain BIS certification under Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018

- Be tested at BIS-recognised and NABL-accredited laboratories

EXEMPTIONS & RELAXATIONS

1. Export Exemption:

   Aluminium products manufactured in India exclusively for export are fully exempt from this QCO.

2. Research & Development (R&D) Import Provision:

   Manufacturers of aluminium products may import up to 200 kg of goods 

   per year for R&D purposes, provided:

   • Such imported goods are NOT sold commercially

   • Goods are disposed of as scrap after R&D use

   • Manufacturer maintains year-wise records and furnishes the same to the Central Government on company letterhead duly signed by the authorised signatory

IMPLEMENTATION DATES

- General Enterprises (excluding Micro & Small): 1st October, 2025

- Small Enterprises: 1st January, 2026

- Micro Enterprises: 1st April, 2026

ENFORCEMENT & PENALTIES

Any person who contravenes the provisions of this Order shall be punishable under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the designated certifying and enforcing authority for all aluminium and aluminium alloy products covered under this Quality Control Order.

BIS is responsible for:

- Granting ISI Mark licences to aluminium product manufacturers and importers

- Conducting factory audits and market surveillance

- Testing samples at BIS-recognised and NABL-accredited laboratories

- Taking enforcement action against non-compliant products

For Licence Applications:

- Domestic Manufacturers: www.manakonline.in

- Foreign Manufacturers: BIS FMCD, Manakalaya, BIS HQ, New Delhi

- BIS Website: www.bis.gov.in

File No.: P-29026/7/2023-LEI

Current Order (2025) issued by: Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, DPIIT

IS 7092 (Part 1 & 2):1992/1987 – Aluminium Alloy Tubes for Irrigation

Covers welded aluminium alloy tubes specifically designed for agricultural irrigation systems and water distribution networks.

IS 5485:1997 – EC Grade Aluminium Rod

Specifies requirements for Electrical Conductor (EC) grade aluminium rods produced by continuous casting and rolling, used in power transmission cables.

IS 733:1983 – Wrought Aluminium Bars, Rods & Sections

Covers wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy bars, rods, and structural sections used across general engineering and manufacturing applications.

IS 734:1975 – Forging Stock and Forgings

Specifies requirements for wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings used in general engineering components and machinery parts.

IS 736:1986 – Aluminium Plates

Covers wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy plates used in general engineering, fabrication, and structural applications.

IS 737:2008 – Aluminium Sheets and Strip

Specifies requirements for wrought aluminium sheets and strips widely used in automotive, construction, packaging, and general engineering industries.

IS 739:1992 – Aluminium Wire (General Engineering)

Covers wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy wire used in general engineering applications including fasteners, springs, and similar components.

IS 740:1977 – Aluminium Rivet Stock

Specifies requirements for wrought aluminium and aluminium alloy rivet stock used in structural joining, aircraft, and general engineering applications.

IS 5082:1998 – Aluminium Products for Electrical Applications

Covers wrought aluminium bars, rods, tubes, sections, plates, and sheets specifically used in electrical appliances and power equipment.

IS 16011:2012 – Aluminium Foil for Pharmaceutical Packaging

Specifies requirements for aluminium and aluminium alloy foil used as primary and secondary packaging material in pharmaceutical industry (blister packs, strip packs, sachets, etc.)

IS 17682:2021 – Aluminium Composite Panel (ACP)

Covers aluminium composite panels consisting of two aluminium sheets bonded to a core material, widely used in building facades, signage, interior design, and cladding applications.

IS 1285:2002 – Extruded Round Tube and Hollow Section

Covers extruded aluminium round tubes and hollow sections used across construction, furniture, automotive, and general engineering sectors.

IS 2067:1975 – Wrought Aluminium Wire for Electrical Purposes

Specifies wrought aluminium wire specifically designed for electrical conductors and wiring applications in power systems.

IS 21:1992 – Aluminium for Manufacture of Utensils

Covers wrought aluminium and aluminium alloys used in manufacturing household and commercial cooking utensils including pots, pans, and vessels.

IS 1254:2007 – Corrugated Aluminium Sheet

Specifies requirements for corrugated aluminium sheets used as roofing and wall cladding material in industrial, agricultural, and residential construction.

IS 7902:2001 – Aluminium Alloy for Aerospace Applications

Covers aluminium alloy forging stock and forgings (Alloy 24343) specifically used in aerospace components and aircraft applications.

Certification Scheme: Scheme-I of Schedule-II, BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

Manak Bhavan, 9, Bahadur Shah Zafar Marg New Delhi – 110002 , Tel: +91-11-23230131, Website: www.bis.gov.in, Manakonline Portal: www.manakonline.in

Ministry of Commerce and Industry (DPIIT) Udyog Bhavan, New Delhi – 110011

For BIS Branch Office contacts near your manufacturing location: https://bis.gov.in/index.php/regional-branch-offices-bis-list/

KEY DATES AT A GLANCE:

- Principal Order (2023): 27th September, 2023 (S.O. 4241(E))

- Amendment Order (2024): 22nd March, 2024 (S.O. 1512(E))

- Supersession Order (2024): 25th October, 2024 (S.O. 4696(E))

- Current Order (2025): 5th May, 2025 (S.O. 2021(E))

- Implementation – General Enterprises: 1st October, 2025

- Implementation – Small Enterprises: 1st January, 2026

- Implementation – Micro Enterprises: 1st April, 2026

The information provided on this page is intended for informational purposes only and is based on Gazette of India notifications available at the time of publishing. Implementation Dates, Product Scope, Exemption Criteria, and other regulatory details are subject to change through future Government amendments or BIS notifications at any time. 

Readers are requested to seek formal legal advice prior to acting upon any information provided herein.

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