BIS Certification Guide for Electric Sieving Machines by ASC Group

The use of electric sieving machines is gaining popularity in both Indian households and commercial places but predominantly for the commercial use. These machines are for different uses and types that we are going to discuss in this blog in detail. This product deals with electrical and mechanical components that make it a sensitive product for the use of consumers. BIS is the government authority responsible for maintaining the product quality for the Indian market. Businesses including both manufacturers and importers of this product need to take a BIS certification to legally enter in the Indian market. ASC Group will provide complete support to the businesses to attain the BIS certification with ease.

Different Types of Electric Sieving Machines

This machine deals with the components like vibration, rotation, centrifugal force, or oscillatory motion to classify materials. There are various types of electric sieving machines that includes:

• Domestic and commercial food preparation
• Laboratory testing and quality control
• Industrial material grading and separation

This product has diversity in its use and product quality that's why it is covered under the different Indian standards under BIS.

Indian Standards Applicable Under BIS

IS 302 (Part 1): 2024

This standard is titled as the Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - General Requirements, 2024 under the BIS,

Scope and Application:

• This standard includes electrical safety against electrical shock, overheating, moisture ingress, and mechanical hazards
• Applies to all electric sieving machines intended for household or similar environments

This standard establishes the baseline safety requirements necessary for BIS compliance in India.

IS 302 (Part 2 / Section 14)

This standard is titled as the Particular Requirements for Electric Kitchen Machines under the BIS. This standard is specifically for the appliance used for food preparation or in the kitchen.

Scope and Application:

• Covers electric kitchen machines such as mixers, grinders, and sieving devices
• Addresses product-specific risks including motor load, moving parts, and food-contact safety

Both of these above-mentioned Indian Standards can align with each other in some cases.

IS 460 (Part 1 & Part 2)

This Indian standard is titled as the Test Sieves - Wire Cloth and Perforated Plate under the BIS.

Scope and Application:

• Defines requirements for wire cloth and perforated plate sieves
• Ensures uniform particle size separation and accuracy

This standard of the BIS is for industrial and laboratory uses machines.

International Standards Applicable Under IEC

IEC 60335-1: 2020

This standard is titled as the Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - Safety - General Requirements. This standard aligns with the Indian standard along with the international standards for the safety of the global consumers.

Scope and Application:

• Covers protection against electrical, thermal, and mechanical hazards
• Applicable to electric sieving machines intended for household and similar use

IEC 60335-2-14: 2025

This standard is titled as the Particular Requirements for Kitchen Machines. This standard ensures that the product is safe for the consumers in kitchen machines.

Scope and Application:

• Covers appliances used for food preparation, including sieving functions
• This standard talks about the risks associated with moving parts, motor operation, and food processing

The international standard IEC 60335-2-14:2025 aligns with IS 302 (Part 2 / Sec 14), to assure that the product quality matches the global standards.

Why This Compliance Between IS and IEC Matters?

The compliance between BIS and IEC ensures:

• Electrical and operational safety
• Regulatory acceptance for manufacturing and imports
• Reduced risk of enforcement actions or product recalls
• Higher credibility in domestic and global markets

How ASC Group Supports Compliance

ASC Group assists businesses by:

• Identifying applicable BIS and IEC standards
• Supporting BIS certification and compliance processes
• Advising manufacturers and importers on regulatory alignment
• Ensuring products meet current Indian safety requirements

Conclusion

There are different types of electric sieving machines and for each type of machine there are different Indian and international standards applicable. The expert guidance from the ASC Group will help businesses including both manufacturers and importers to classify the appropriate Indian and international standards to register their product under the Bureau of Indian standard. The BIS certification will provide authentication to the product and provide legal entry to the Indian market.