Overview of BIS Certification for Footwear:

As per (Quality Control) Order of DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, BIS certification is mandatory for Footwear made from Leather and other materials. These quality control norms for leather shoes and other compound footwear are going to be implemented to contain imports and the production of sub-standard products in India. This notice covers different leather footwear, counting anti-riot shoes and safety boots too.

The department has issued three quality control orders which are going to cover footwear made from rubber/polymeric material, leather, other materials and PPE footwear in the mandatory certification of BIS.

The following three QCOs are:

1. Footwear made from Leather and other materials (Quality Control) Order 2020.
2. Footwear made from all-Rubber and all Polymeric material and it’s components (Quality Control) Order 2020.
3. Personal Protective Equipment – Footwear (Quality Control) Order 2020.

​​​​​​The following products are covered under the Compulsory Registration Scheme:

Benefits of BIS Certification for Footwear:

BIS certification for any product is a complex and time-consuming process that begins with product development, validation and continues through the BIS certification process.

At last, it is mandatory for footwear manufacturers and importers to obtain a BIS certificate/licence of footwear in order to use the standard ISI mark on footwear. Footwear without the ISI mark is not permitted to be sold in the country. iKargos.com offers complete technical assistance for BIS certification for all types of footwear.

We, iKargos.com, have been serving the industry as a single-window operator for all product regulatory compliances. With our extensive knowledge and experience, we provide end-to-end professional guidance and assistance for BIS certification for footwear.

Type of BIS Certification for Footwear:

BIS Certification for Leather Footwear and Footwear Compound:

The products embedded in the QCO “Footwear made from leather and other materials (Quality control) order 2020’ are boots, safety shoes, canvas boots rubber sole, canvas shoes rubber sole, sports footwear, derby shoes and anti-riot shoes. Table Down Below explains the kind of footwear, their standards and the title of the standard specified in “Footwear made from Leather and Other Materials (Quality Control) order 2020.

BIS Certification for Rubber & Polymeric Material Footwear:

The products embedded in the order ‘Footwear made from all-Rubber and all Polymeric material and its components (Quality Control) Order 2020’ are rubber microcellular sheets, PVC sandal, all rubber gumboots and ankle boots, industrial and protective rubber knee and ankle boots, rubber slippers, rubber Hawai chappal, PVC industrial boots etc. This BIS Certification of footwear order is covering the quality control norms for footwear made from all rubber and polymeric material and its components.

Table Down Below explains kind of footwear, there standards and the title of standard for ‘Footwear made from all-Rubber and all Polymeric material and it’s components (Quality Control) Order 2020’.

BIS Standards for PPE Footwear:

The order ‘Personal Protective Equipment Footwear (Quality Control) Order 2020’ covers the personal protective equipment-footwear.

It is to be notified that these items cannot be sold, produced, traded, imported or stocked unless they have a standard mark (ISI mark). These orders of Mandatory BIS Certification for Footwear which present new quality control norms, will not apply to articles or goods meant for export purposes. All three orders state that the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the enforcing and certifying authority for the products listed in the order. The shoes manufacturer will have to obtain a Bureau of Indian Standards license from the bureau to use the ISI mark on footwear.

Document required for BIS Certification for Footwear:

1. Factory Registration Documents & information.
2. Identity proof.
3. Manufacturing process flow chart.
4. Details of Authorized Signatory and other related documents.
5. Adequate testing facilities.
6. Quality Control Parameters and their records.
7. Laboratory testing report and other information as per BIS norm.

Fees and Timeline:

Fees:

For a customized and attractive quotation, please contact with your product details to Rekha Atri (+91 98118 03136) or Manju Laur (+91 9711994042).

Timeline:

Can take around 03 to 06 months, depending on product complexity and efficiency. Early preparation and collaboration can help manage potential delays, ensuring a smooth and successful certification process.

Process of BIS Certification for Footwear:

As per DPIIT's Quality Control Orders on Footwear Products, 27 footwear products have been brought under mandatory BIS certification. First of all, you must identify the Indian Standard for your product. Read the Indian Standard and ensure that your product meets the requirements specified in the Indian Standard and that your unit has the necessary manufacturing and testing facilities as specified in the Indian Standard. After that, you have to create login credentials on BIS Manak on line login portal to apply for BIS Licence for your footwear. There are two modes of application for BIS license: Normal procedure and simplified procedure.

The following are the Normal procedures for getting BIS certification for footwear: