DPIIT Notifies the date for enforcing the Safety of Household, Commercial, and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026

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Dated: 07.04.2026

DPIIT Notifies the date for enforcing the Safety of Household, Commercial, and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade, has issued the Safety of Household, Commercial, and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026. This order, published on April 6, 2026, under the powers conferred by Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, aims to ensure the safety and quality of electrical appliances used in households, commercial spaces, and similar applications. Below is a detailed overview of the order:

Key Highlights of the Order

1. Title, Application, and Commencement 

Title: The order is officially named the Safety of Household, Commercial, and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026.
Application: It applies to all electrical appliances intended for household, commercial, or similar applications with rated voltage not exceeding:
- 250 V for single-phase appliances.
- 480 V for other appliances, including direct current (DC) supplied and battery-operated appliances.
Exclusions: Appliances falling under the scope of other Quality Control Orders or mandatory Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) certifications under other Acts are excluded.
Commencement Date: The order will come into effect on October 1, 2026.

2. Compulsory Use of Standard Mark 

All specified goods and articles must conform to the relevant Indian Standards and bear the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per Scheme-1 of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Exemptions:
- Domestically manufactured goods intended for export.
- Small and micro enterprises, which will need to comply with the standards from January 1, 2027, and April 1, 2027, respectively.
- Up to 200 imported goods or articles per year for research and development purposes, provided they are not sold commercially and are disposed of as scrap.
- Goods manufactured or imported before the implementation date can be sold or displayed for up to six months, subject to a declaration to the BIS.

3. Certification and Enforcement Authority 

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is designated as the certifying and enforcing authority for all goods and articles specified in the order.

4. Penalty for Contravention 

Any person found violating the provisions of this order will be punishable under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.

Scope of the Order

The order covers a wide range of electrical appliances, including but not limited to:

Table: List of Appliances Covered Under the Safety of Household, Commercial, and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026 

Sl. No.	Appliance Name
1	Vacuum Cleaners and Water Suction Cleaning Appliances
2	Spin Extractors
3	Cooking Ranges, Hobs, Ovens, and Similar Appliances
4	Electrical Shavers, Hair Clippers, and Similar Appliances
5	Tumbler Dryers
6	Warming Plates and Similar Appliances
7	Frying Pans, Deep Fat Fryers, and Similar Appliances
8	Appliances for Heating Liquids
9	Massage Appliances
10	Electric Forced Convection Ovens, Steam Cookers, and Steam-Convection Ovens
11	Electric Heating Tools
12	Electric Steam Cookers
13	Insect Killers
14	Electric Call Bells and Buzzers for Indoor Use
15	Electric Water Boilers
16	Electric Coffee Makers
17	Electric Bean Slicers
18	Electric Berry-juice Extractors
19	Electric Can Openers
20	Electric Centrifugal Juicers
21	Electric Churns
22	Electric Citrus-fruit Squeezers
23	Electric Coffee Mills (not exceeding 500g hopper capacity)
24	Electric Cream Whippers
25	Electric Egg Beaters
26	Electric Food Processors
27	Electric Grain Grinders (not exceeding 3L hopper capacity)
28	Electric Graters
29	Electric Ice-Cream Machines (including those for use in refrigerators and freezers)
30	Electric Knife Sharpeners
31	Electric Knives
32	Electric Noodle Makers
33	Electric Potato Peelers
34	Electric Shredders
35	Electric Sieving Machines
36	Slicing Machines
37	Electric Hot Plates
38	Single Walled Baking Ovens
39	Low Speed Food Grinding Machines
40	Dishwashers
41	Floor Treatment Machines and Wet Scrubbing Machines
42	Food Waste Disposers
43	Blankets, Pads, Clothing, and Similar Flexible Heating Appliances
44	Appliances for Skin Exposure to Optical Radiation
45	Commercial Electric Cooking Ranges, Ovens, Hobs, and Hob Elements
46	Commercial Electric Doughnut Fryers and Deep Fat Fryers
47	Commercial Electric Griddles and Griddle Grills
48	Commercial Electric Multi-purpose Cooking Pans
49	Commercial Electric Forced Convection Ovens, Steam Cookers, and Steam-Convection Ovens
50	Clothes Dryers and Towel Rails
51	Commercial Electric Boiling Pans
52	Commercial Electric Grillers and Toasters
53	Commercial Electric Appliances for Keeping Food and Crockery Warm
54	Commercial Electric Bains-Marie
55	Oral Hygiene Appliances
56	Sauna Heating Appliances and Infrared Cabins
57	Surface-Cleaning Appliances for Household Use Employing Liquids or Steam
58	Electrical Appliances for Use with Aquariums and Garden Ponds
59	Commercial Electric Dishwashing Machines
60	Whirlpool Baths and Whirlpool Spas
61	Thermal Storage Room Heaters
62	Commercial Electric Rinsing Sinks
63	Commercial Electric Kitchen Machines
64	Air-Cleaning Appliances
65	Water-Bed Heaters
66	Fixed Immersion Heaters
67	Outdoor Barbecues
68	Foot Warmers and Heating Mats
69	Amusement Machines and Personal Service Machines
70	Toilet Appliances
71	Fabric Steamers
72	Drives for Vertically Moving Garage Doors for Residential Use
73	Humidifiers
74	Commercial Electric Hoods
75	Vaporizers
76	Gas, Oil, and Solid-Fuel Burning Appliances Having Electrical Connections
77	Electrolysers
78	Beauty Care Appliances Incorporating Lasers and Intense Light Sources
79	Personal e-Transporters
80	Skin Beauty Care Appliances
81	Furniture with Electrically Motorized Parts
82	Commercial Vacuum Packaging Appliances
83	Hand-held Electric Engraving Tools
84	DC Supplied/Battery-Operated Vacuum Cleaners
85	DC Supplied/Battery-Operated Shavers, Trimmers, Clippers, and Similar Appliances
86	DC Supplied/Battery-Operated Massage Appliances
87	DC Supplied/Battery-Operated Blenders, Juicers
88	DC Supplied/Battery-Operated Toothbrush and Other Oral Hygiene Appliances
89	DC Supplied/Battery-Operated Foot Warmers and Heating Mats
90	DC Supplied/Battery-Operated Air Purifiers

Note

For all appliances listed above, the latest version of Indian Standards will apply as per IS 302 (Part 1): 2024 / IEC 60335-1: 2020. Manufacturers and importers must ensure compliance with these standards to avoid penalties under the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016.

Implementation Timeline

General Implementation: October 1, 2026.
Small Enterprises: January 1, 2027.
Micro Enterprises: April 1, 2027.

Impact of the Order

The implementation of this Quality Control Order is expected to:

Enhance Consumer Safety: By ensuring that all electrical appliances meet stringent safety standards.
Promote Quality Assurance: The mandatory BIS certification will ensure that only high-quality products are available in the market.
Encourage Compliance: The penalties for non-compliance will deter manufacturers and importers from violating the provisions of the order.
Support Small and Micro Enterprises: By providing them with extended timelines for compliance, the government aims to support smaller businesses in adapting to the new standards.

Conclusion

The Safety of Household, Commercial, and Similar Electrical Appliances (Quality Control) Order, 2026 is a significant step toward ensuring the safety and quality of electrical appliances in India. By mandating compliance with Indian Standards and empowering the Bureau of Indian Standards as the enforcement authority, the government is prioritizing public safety and product reliability.

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