DPIIT Eases BIS Norms for Toy R&D Imports

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), has notified the Toys (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024 on 30th September 2024. This order brings key amendments to the existing Toys (Quality Control) Order, 2020, specifically granting exemptions for research and development (R&D) imports of toys and related parts.

Notification Summary

As per S.O. 4277(E), issued under the BIS Act, 2016, the amendment introduces an additional proviso in Paragraph 3 of the Toys QCO, 2020.

Key Amendment:

Manufacturers certified by BIS or those who have applied for BIS certification are now allowed to import up to 300 units (maximum 5 samples per type) per financial year, for the purpose of research and development, without being subjected to the QCO compliance.

Conditions of the Exemption

Applicable only to imported goods meant for R&D purposes, not for commercial sale.
The imported toys and parts:
- Must not be sold in the domestic market.
- Must be scrapped post usage.
- Must be recorded year-wise and declared to the DPIIT.
Applicable only to manufacturers:
- Certified by BIS, or
- Who have applied for BIS certification.

Purpose and Impact

This amendment comes as a significant relief to toy manufacturers and start-ups involved in the design, testing, and development of new toy models. It enables them to:

Legally import components or toy samples for prototyping.
Avoid delays caused by full compliance for small, non-commercial imports.
Focus on in-house testing and product innovation.

Policy Significance

This move aligns with the Government of India’s initiatives under:

Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India)
Make in India in Toys Sector
Encouragement of local R&D and IP development

It also harmonizes with global practices, where limited exemptions are granted for innovation and pre-market product assessment.

Final Takeaway

The Toys (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2024 is a critical regulatory update that balances the rigor of mandatory BIS certification with the flexibility needed for research-driven manufacturing. It sends a clear signal that the government supports innovation-led compliance and is willing to ease procedural norms to encourage local design and development in the Indian toy sector.

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