Law Updates

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Summary: The Central Government, in consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), has withdrawn multiple Quality Control Orders under Section 16 of the BIS Act, 2016. The decision, effective immediately, applies to several key chemical and polymer materials such as Terephthalic Acid, Ethylene Glycol, Polyester Yarns, Polypropylene (PP), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Homopolymers, Polyethylene, Polycarbonate, Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Polyurethanes, and Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA) Copolymers. The withdrawal has been made in the public interest to offer greater operational flexibility to industries involved in the production of synthetic fibers, resins, and plastic materials. Consequently, all previous Quality Control Orders issued between 2021 and 2024 by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers stand cancelled, except for actions already completed under those notifications. This step is aimed at minimizing regulatory pressure and improving ease of doing business, while ensuring that future revisions or updated BIS standards continue to support product quality and industrial safety.

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Summary: The Central Government has officially revoked several Quality Control Orders related to fatty acids, citing public interest and following consultations with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). These orders, originally issued in April 2022 under the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals, included notifications for Lauric Acid, Acid Oil, Palm Fatty Acids, Rice Bran Fatty Acids, Coconut Fatty Acids, and Hydrogenated Rice Bran Fatty Acids. Each order, published in the Gazette of India under S.O. numbers 1961(E) to 1967(E), has been rescinded immediately, reflecting a significant regulatory update in the quality control framework for these chemicals. The government exercised powers under Section 16 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016, to take this step. This move is expected to streamline compliance requirements for manufacturers and suppliers, ensuring that outdated or redundant notifications no longer affect operations. The decision highlights the government’s commitment to maintaining relevant and efficient standards in the chemicals and petrochemicals sector while protecting public interest.