The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) under the Department of Consumer Affairs has recently revised several Indian standards. This is in line with Rule 15 of the Bureau of Indian Standards Rules, 2018. The updated standard focuses on decorative thermosetting synthetic resin-bonded laminated sheets and electric food mixers. These new guidelines aim to improve the quality and performance of these products, ensuring safety and standardization in the industry.

Overview of the Standards

The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has established a series of updated Indian standards related to decorative thermosetting synthetic resin-bonded laminated sheets and electric food-mixers (liquidisers and grinders) and centrifugal juicers. These standards aim to align with international ISO guidelines and ensure quality and consistency in manufacturing.

For decorative thermosetting synthetic resin-bonded laminate sheets, BIS has introduced a comprehensive set of standards (IS 2046 Parts 1 to 8: 2025), focusing on the specification, classification and testing of different types of laminate sheets. These standards cover aspects such as general information, property determination, and classification for compact, floor-grade, and exterior-grade laminate. The revision also provides specifications for alternative cores and design laminates, ensuring comprehensive coverage of the product range.

In addition, BIS has updated the standard for electric food-mixers and centrifugal juicers with IS 4250: 2025 (second revision), which revises specifications for household appliances such as liquidisers and grinders. These amendments provide a transition period until September 2025 for industries to comply with the new standards.

S.No.	No., Year & Title of the Indian Standards Established	Date of Establishment	No. , Year & Title of the Indian Standards to be Withdrawn, if any	Date of Withdrawal
1	IS 2046 (Part 1) : 2025 ISO 4586-1 : 2018 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification Part 1 Introduction and General Information (Third Revision)	24 March 2025	IS 2046 : 1995 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification (Second Revision)	24 September 2025
2	IS 2046 (Part 2) : 2025 ISO 4586-2 : 2018 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification Part 2 Determination of Properties (Third Revision)	24 March 2025		24 September 2025
3	IS 2046 (Part 3) : 2025 ISO 4586-3 : 2018 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification Part 3 Classification and Specifications for Laminates Less Than 2 mm Thick and Intended for Bonding to Supporting Substrates (Third Revision)	24 March 2025		24 September 2025
4	IS 2046 (Part 4) : 2025 ISO 4586-4 : 2018 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification Part 4 Classification and Specifications for Compact Laminates of Thickness 2 mm and Greater (Third Revision)	24 March 2025		24 September 2025
5	IS 2046 (Part 5) : 2025 ISO 4586-5 : 2018 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification Part 5 Classification and Specifications for Flooring Grade Laminates Less Than 2 mm Thick Intended for Bonding to Supporting Substrates (Third Revision)	24 March 2025		24 September 2025
6	IS 2046 (Part 6) : 2025 ISO 4586-6 : 2018 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification Part 6 Classification and Specifications for Exterior-Grade Compact Laminates of Thickness 2 mm and Greater (Third Revision)	24 March 2025		24 September 2025
7	IS 2046 (Part 7) : 2025 ISO 4586-7 : 2018 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification Part 7 Classification and Specifications for Design Laminates (Third Revision)	24 March 2025		24 September 2025
8	IS 2046 (Part 8) : 2025 ISO 4586-8 : 2018 Decorative Thermosetting Synthetic Resin Bonded Laminated Sheets - Specification Part 8 Classification and Specifications for Alternative Core Laminates (Third Revision)	24 March 2025		24 September 2025
9	IS 4250 : 2025 Electric Food-Mixers (Liquidizers and Grinders) and Centrifugal Juicers - Specification (Second Revision)	24 March 2025	IS 4250 : 1980 Specification for Domestic Electric Food-Mixers (Liquidizers and Grinders) (First Revision)	24 September 2025

Impact on Industries

The establishment of these new standards by BIS will play a significant role in improving the quality of products in the market. Manufacturers and suppliers of decorative pieces and electric food mixers must comply with these updated specifications to maintain their BIS certification and ensure the safety and quality of their products. The transition to these updated standards will impact manufacturers and suppliers who must ensure that their products meet the new specifications. The current versions of these standards will remain in place until their return in September 2025, giving the industry a window to adapt to the changes. BIS registration is essential for businesses to demonstrate compliance with national standards. BIS certification helps ensure that products are of high quality, reliable, and meet consumer safety expectations. Adopting these updated standards will not only improve product performance but also help businesses build consumer trust and expand their market reach.

The new BIS standards are a positive step towards improving product quality and safety in the Indian market. In line with international standards, these updates will help enhance the competitiveness of Indian products in the global market. Manufacturers are encouraged to comply with these regulations to maintain their BIS certification and provide consumers with high-quality and reliable products.

BIS Unveils Revised Standards for Decorative Laminates and Electric Food Mixers to Enhance Product Quality

Mahek Sancheti