BIS Raids Hand Held Blender Unit In Hyderabad; 2635 Blenders Without BIS Certification Seized
The absence of valid certification is not only a violation but also poses serious safety risks to consumers: BIS
Hyderabad: Hyderabad unit of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) conducted a search and seizure operation at a factory outlet in Basheerbagh for violation of the BIS Act-2016.
During the raid, officials seized 2,635 hand held blenders worth approximately Rs.77 lakh, which were found to be stored and offered for sale without the mandatory BIS certification and standard mark. These products fall under IS 302(part 2/Section 14), made mandatory by the Central government through a Quality Control Order (QCO) with effect from May 1, 2019, to ensure the safety of users in household settings.
According to a statement, the absence of BIS certification is not only a violation of the law but also poses serious safety risks to consumers. The operation was conducted under the direction of PV Srikanth, Director and Head, BIS Hyderabad.
This action constitutes a clear violation of Section 17 of the BIS Act, which prohibits the manufacture, storage, sale, or distribution of goods covered under QCOs without the requisite BIS certification. As per the Act, such violations are punishable with imprisonment of up to two years, or a fine not less than Rs.2 lakh for the first offence, and Rs.5 lakh or more for repeat offences.
The offence is cognizable in nature, and BIS will initiate appropriate legal proceedings against the violators, the release added. The BIS Act empowers the Central government to make compliance with Indian Standards mandatory by issuing Quality Control Orders. To date, 769 products have been brought under this mandatory certification regime.
It is illegal to manufacture, import, sell, or exhibit such products without a valid BIS license. Strict penalties are provided under the Act to deter such violations.
In order to prevent manufacturers or retailers from distributing fake goods and mislead the wider populace, the BIS is initiating search and seizure operations based on information of misuse. Consumers before purchasing a product, should confirm the status of the license through BIS Care App; if it is found to be suspended, deferred, expired and cancelled, then you may register a complaint.
Any information on the misuse of the BIS standard marks on any products may be provided to the Bureau through email or letter or BIS CARE app.
