DPIIT Mandates BIS Standards for Air Coolers and Air Filters

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Dated: 06.06.2025

DPIIT Mandates BIS Standards for Air Coolers and Air Filters

In a crucial regulatory update for manufacturers, importers, and traders in the HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) sector, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued the Air Cooler and Air Filters (Quality Control) Order, 2025. Published in the Gazette on 30th January 2025, this QCO supersedes the earlier 2023 Order and mandates BIS certification for specified air coolers and air filters.

Key Highlights of the Order

Item	Relevant Standard	General Compliance Date	For Small Enterprises	For Micro Enterprises
Evaporative Air Coolers	IS 3315:2019	1st April 2025	1st July 2025	1st October 2025
Air Filters (General Vent.)	IS 17570 (Part 1):2021 / ISO 16890-2:2016	1st April 2025	1st July 2025	1st October 2025

Scope & Applicability

All manufacturers, including MSMEs (except exempted micro and small units), must obtain BIS certification under Scheme I of Schedule II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
The standard mark of BIS must be affixed to all products covered under the scope of the Order.

Exemptions & Special Provisions

Domestic Manufacture for Export: Goods manufactured solely for export are exempt.
Micro Units Registered on Udyam Portal: If investment in plant and machinery is ≤ ₹25 lakhs and turnover ≤ ₹2 crore, and certified by a CA, such units are exempt.
R&D Exemption: Manufacturers can import up to 200 units annually for research and development purposes, provided:
- They are not sold commercially.
- Disposed of as scrap.
- Year-wise records are maintained and submitted to the government.
Transition for Existing Stock: Manufacturers already certified by BIS or who have applied for certification may sell stock manufactured/imported prior to the notification date until 31st October 2025, subject to declaration.

Enforcement & Penalties

Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is the designated certification and enforcement authority.
Non-compliance will attract penalties under the BIS Act, 2016.

Why It Matters

This QCO will:

Ensure uniform product safety and performance
Prevent sale of substandard air coolers and filters
Enhance consumer confidence and export competitiveness
Promote Make-in-India compliant manufacturing practices

Conclusion

The 2025 QCO marks a significant step toward quality regulation of widely used air cooling and filtration products. Stakeholders, especially domestic manufacturers and importers, should act proactively to align with BIS certification protocols to avoid disruptions post the notified dates.

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