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Tin Ingot (Quality Control) Order, 2025
A Comprehensive Overview
Strengthening National Quality Standards in the Metallurgical Industry
The Government of India has taken another vital step in its ongoing efforts to uphold and enhance product quality standards across industries. On April 17, 2025, the Ministry of Mines, in consultation with the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS), issued the Tin Ingot (Quality Control) Order, 2025, under the authority of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016. This quality control order reflects a strategic initiative to ensure that tin ingots produced or sold in the Indian market meet rigorous national benchmarks for safety, reliability, and performance.
Background and Legal Framework
The Tin Ingot (Quality Control) Order, 2025, is promulgated in exercise of powers conferred by Section 16(1) and (2), read with Section 17 and Section 25(3) of the BIS Act, 2016 (Act No. 11 of 2016). This legal mandate allows the Central Government to enforce quality control norms for specific goods when it is deemed necessary in the public interest.
Commencement and Applicability
The Order is set to come into force six months from the date of its publication, i.e., it will be effective from October 17, 2025. The provisions of this Order apply to all tin ingots specified in the official Table of the Order, namely those falling under Indian Standard (IS) 26:2024 – Tin Ingot – Specification. Note: The Order does not apply to goods intended exclusively for export.
Compulsory Use of the Standard Mark
One of the central mandates of the Order is the compulsory use of the Standard Mark on all applicable tin ingots. This means manufacturers must ensure their tin ingots comply with IS 26:2024, be certified by the Bureau of Indian Standards under Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018, and bear the Standard Mark (ISI Mark) as proof of conformity.
Certification and Enforcement Authority
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) is designated as the sole authority responsible for conducting inspections and assessments, issuing licenses to eligible manufacturers, monitoring market compliance, and taking enforcement actions in cases of non-conformity.
Implications for Stakeholders
For Manufacturers: Align production with IS 26:2024, obtain BIS license, and undergo quality inspections.
For Importers and Traders: Ensure compliance of imported products with BIS certification norms.
For Consumers and Industry Users: Benefit from improved quality, safety, and reliability of tin ingots.
Why It Matters
The Order elevates product quality, promotes fair competition, drives international credibility, and supports sustainable development by encouraging efficient and responsible production.
Conclusion
The Tin Ingot (Quality Control) Order, 2025 exemplifies the Government’s unwavering commitment to quality and safety in the Indian industrial ecosystem. For more information or to apply for BIS certification, visit the official BIS website or contact the nearest BIS regional office.