Understanding Scheme X of BIS Certification: A Flexible Route for Special Product Compliance

Introduction in India, ensuring product compliance with quality and safety standards is crucial, especially for manufacturers, importers, and government suppliers. While the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) offers various certification options, Scheme X stands out for its flexibility and focused applicability. Unlike general BIS certifications such as CRS (Compulsory Registration Scheme), which are designed for mass-market consumer products, Scheme X is intended for non-routine, specialized, or limited-quantity products . What is Scheme X? Scheme X is a targeted certification scheme under the BIS Product Certification framework. It is designed for products where: - Production is one-time or limited in scale - Supplies are made for specific customers, tenders, or government contracts - Continuous surveillance and standard ISI marking are not practical - Import/export consignments require one-time BIS compliance Instead of affixing a standard ISI mark, BIS certifie...