BIS QCO for Furniture – General Purpose Chairs and Stools.

The Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025 applies to all furniture intended for domestic sale in India. The Order covers the following categories of furniture products:

1. Work Chairs – IS 17631:2022

2. General Purpose Chairs and Stools – IS 17632:2022

3. Tables and Desks – IS 17633:2022

4. Storage Units – IS 17634:2022

5. Beds – IS 17635:2022

6. Bunk Beds – IS 17636:2022

This Order applies to:

- Furniture manufactured domestically for sale in the Indian market

- Furniture imported into India for commercial sale

This Order does NOT apply to:

- Furniture manufactured domestically exclusively for export purposes

- Non-BIS marked components or sub-assemblies imported by Indian furniture manufacturers specifically for export of finished furniture (subject to self-declaration conditions)

- Enterprises registered on Udyam Portal with plant & machinery investment not exceeding ₹25 Lakhs AND turnover not exceeding ₹2 Crore (as certified by a Chartered Accountant)

All furniture products covered under this QCO must:

- Conform to the relevant Indian Standard (IS 17631 to IS 17636) – latest version including all amendments

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

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

- Be tested at BIS-recognised laboratories before certification

1. Export Exemption:

Furniture manufactured in India exclusively for export is exempt from this QCO.

2. Udyam Portal Small Manufacturer Exemption:

Enterprises registered on the Udyam Portal with:

  • Investment in Plant & Machinery / Equipment at original cost not exceeding ₹25 Lakhs, AND

  • Annual Turnover not exceeding ₹2 Crore (certified by a Chartered Accountant)

are fully exempt from implementation of this Order.

3. Micro & Small Enterprise Extended Timeline:

Micro and Small Enterprises (as defined under MSMED Act, 2006) were given 18 months from the date of notification to comply (i.e., 14th August, 2026).

4. Research & Development (R&D) Import Provision (Amendment 1 – Feb 2026):

BIS-certified furniture manufacturers, or those who have applied for BIS certification, may import up to 200 units of specified goods per financial year for R&D purposes. Such goods:

  • Must NOT be sold commercially

  • Must be disposed of as scrap

  • Must be recorded year-wise and submitted to the Central Government if required

5. Existing Stock Clearance Provision (Amendment 1 – Feb 2026):

Manufacturers certified by BIS, or those who have applied for BIS certification, may sell existing declared stock (manufactured or imported before the implementation date) for up to 12 months from the implementation date, subject to:

  • Filing a self-declaration to this effect with BIS

6. Export Component Import Provision (Amendment 1 – Feb 2026):

Non-BIS marked goods, components, or sub-assemblies imported by Indian furniture manufacturers specifically for export of finished furniture are exempt, provided:

  • A self-declaration on company letterhead (signed by authorised signatory) is submitted to the Central Government

  • An undertaking is provided that such goods will not be used domestically or sold in the Indian market

  • Records of all such imports and products are maintained for government verification or audit

7. Bill of Lading / Import Consignment Relaxation (Amendment 2 – March 2026):

Imported consignments where the Bill of Lading was issued before the implementation date are exempt, provided the Bill of Entry is dated within 180 days of the implementation date.

Additionally, imports where the Purchase Order was placed before the implementation date are also exempt, provided:

  • Both the Bill of Lading and Bill of Entry are dated within 180 days of the implementation date

  • The importer provides BIS with a copy of the Purchase Order, Bill of Lading, Bill of Entry, and supporting documents within 7 days of customs clearance, duly signed by the authorised signatory on the company letterhead

IMPLEMENTATION DATES

- General Enterprises (excluding Micro & Small): 14th February, 2026

- Micro & Small Enterprises: 14th August, 2026

- Udyam-registered exempted enterprises: Fully exempt (subject to investment & turnover criteria)

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the designated certifying and enforcing authority for all furniture products covered under the Furniture (Quality Control) Order, 2025 and its subsequent amendments.

BIS is responsible for:

- Granting ISI Mark licences to furniture manufacturers and importers

- Conducting factory inspections and market surveillance

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

- Taking enforcement action against non-compliant products in the market

File No.: P-14031/99/2019-CI

Principal Order issued by: Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, DPIIT

Amendment Orders issued by: Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, DPIIT

The following Indian Standards are mandatorily applicable under this QCO:

IS 17631:2022 – Work Chairs

Specifies safety, strength, durability, and performance requirements for work chairs used in office and professional environments, including revolving, adjustable, and ergonomic chairs.

IS 17632:2022 – General Purpose Chairs and Stools

Covers safety and performance requirements for general-purpose seating including domestic chairs, dining chairs, plastic chairs, folding chairs, stools, and bar stools intended for everyday use.

IS 17633:2022 – Tables and Desks

Specifies structural, stability, safety, and durability requirements for all types of tables including dining tables, study tables, office desks, coffee tables, and computer desks.

IS 17634:2022 – Storage Units

Covers safety, stability, strength, and structural requirements for storage furniture including wardrobes, cabinets, bookshelves, cupboards, chest of drawers, sideboards, and TV units.

IS 17635:2022 – Beds

Specifies requirements for the safety, structural strength, and durability of all types of beds intended for sleeping, including single, double, queen, and king-size beds.

IS 17636:2022 – Bunk Beds

Specifies special safety requirements for bunk beds and loft beds, including structural strength, guard rail height, ladder requirements, and fall-prevention provisions — particularly important for children's furniture safety.

Note: For the purposes of this Order, the latest version of each Indian Standard including all amendments notified by BIS from time to time shall apply.

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

Email: bis@bis.gov.in

Ministry of Commerce and Industry

(Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade – DPIIT)

Udyog Bhavan, New Delhi – 110011

For BIS certification for furniture, manufacturers may contact the BIS Regional / Branch Office nearest to their place of manufacturing.

KEY DATES AT A GLANCE:

- Principal Order Published: 13th February, 2025

- First Amendment: 12th February, 2026 (S.O. 774(E))

- Second Amendment: 2nd March, 2026 (S.O. 1125(E))

- Implementation – General Enterprises: 14th February, 2026

- Implementation – Micro & Small Enterprises: 14th August, 2026