ASC Guide for BIS Certification for Electric Citrus Fruit Squeezer in India

The use of Electric citrus fruit squeezers is rapidly increasing in Indian households and other commercial places such as juice shops, restaurants and hotels. This squeezer is working on the electrical and mechanical components that make it essential for the product to pass all the regulatory guidelines and prove that the product is safe for the use of consumers. This product falls under the mandatory list of the BIS, the regulatory authority of the government of India.

It is essential for the manufacturers and importers to have the BIS certification to legally sell their product in the Indian market.

Applicable Indian Standard for Electric Citrus Fruit Squeezer

Electric citrus squeezers are covered under the broader category of household kitchen appliances. In India, they are regulated through the safety standard:

• IS 302 (Part 2/Section 14): 2018 - Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Machines for kitchen use.

This Indian Standard is aligned with the international standard:

• IEC 60335-2-14: 2016

This alignment ensures that citrus squeezers imported or manufactured in India meet global safety benchmarks related to:

• Mechanical hazards
• Electrical insulation and protection
• Temperature limits
• Protection against moisture
• Stability and structural safety
• Quality of materials and construction

Following the regulations under IS 302 Part 2/Section 14 is essential for obtaining the BIS Certification under the regulatory schemes.

Why BIS Certification Is Mandatory

This product is dealing with electrical and mechanical components that make it compulsory for the product to maintain the safety standards for the consumers use. To address these risks, BIS ensures:

• Safety of consumers
• Quality and performance consistency
• Reduction of defective and unsafe appliances
• Regulatory compliance for both domestic and imported products

Products failing to comply with the standard cannot be sold in India.

BIS Certification Scheme Applicable

Electric citrus fruit squeezers fall under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS) or the ISI Mark Certification Scheme, depending on their category and equipment design.

Generally, most kitchen electrical appliances are regulated through the Registration Scheme where manufacturers must obtain:

BIS Registration Certificate enabling them to affix the BIS Standard Mark.

Under this process, the product undergoes:

• Testing in a BIS-recognized laboratory
• Factory inspection (if required)
• Review of safety documentation
• Evaluation of manufacturing controls

Only after successful evaluation does BIS grant the certification.

Important Requirements for Compliance

It is important for manufacturers and importers to full some key requirements such as:

• Adherence to IS 302 (Part 2/Section 14): 2018
• Submission of safety test reports
• Ensuring conformity of materials and components
• Providing manufacturing process details
• Maintaining quality assurance protocols
• Labelling compliance including model name, rating, brand, and BIS registration number

Failing to meet these requirements results in rejection or cancellation of the BIS certificate.

How ASC Group Assists in BIS Certification

ASC Group supports manufacturers and importers at every stage of the BIS certification journey. The team offers:

• Product classification and applicability assessment
• Guidance on Indian Standards and IEC alignment
• Technical documentation support
• Coordination with BIS-recognized testing laboratories
• End-to-end assistance for Registration or ISI Mark Licensing
• Compliance audits and post-approval support

Our consultants at the ASC Group work with expertise across consumer electronics, home appliances, and electrical equipment and they ensure a smooth and compliant BIS certification process for Electric Citrus Fruit Squeezers.