BIS Certification Guide for Low-Speed Food Grinding Machines by ASC Group

This use of Low speed food grinding machines in households is continuously increasing and people are using it for grinding the spices, vegetables, pulses and other food products used in cooking. This product uses the blades, motor and other electronic components that make it a sensitive product for the use of the common people. The Bureau of Indian Standard is the regulatory body under the government of India responsible for maintaining the product quality and consumers safety. The BIS certificate is essential for the product entry in the Indian market. ASC Group can provide clearance about the process of BIS certification.

Indian Standards Applicable for this Product

IS 302 (Part 1): 2024

This Indian standard is titled as the Safety of Household and Similar Electrical Appliances - General Requirements, 2024 under the BIS. This standard deals with all the primary electrical home appliances. This standard deals with:

• Protection against electric shock
• Insulation and earthing provisions
• Resistance to overheating and fire
• Mechanical strength and durability
• Safe operation under abnormal conditions

When businesses align their product with this standard then it ensures that the product is safe for the consumers and follows all the Indian standards.

IS 302 (Part 2 / Section 14)

This standard is titled as the Particular Requirements for Electric Kitchen Machines, 2009 (First Revision) under the BIS. This standard ensures that the product used for the food preparation purposes is safe for the consumers. The relevance of this standard for low speed grinding machine is:

• Safety of rotating and cutting parts
• Stability during operation
• Prevention of accidental access to blades
• Motor load and temperature rise control

This standard is aligned with the previous Indian standard to ensure the product credibility and efficiency for the Indian market.

International Standards Applicable on this Product

Indian electrical appliance standards are harmonised with global safety frameworks issued by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).

IEC 60335-1: 2020

This international standard is titled as the Household and Similar Electrical Appliances – Safety - General Requirements, 2020. This standard ensures that the product is following the global standards and safe for the global consumers.

IEC 60335-2-14: 2025

This international standard is Particular Requirements for Kitchen Machines, 2025. This standard aligns with the previous one to assure that the product is safe for consumers.

Why BIS Compliance Is Essential

BIS compliance ensures that low-speed food grinding machines are safe, reliable, and suitable for use in Indian conditions. Businesses must ensure that the product is following these regulations including:

• Minimise electrical and mechanical risks
• Improve product credibility and market acceptance
• Meet statutory requirements for sale and distribution
• Avoid regulatory action or product recalls

Certified products also build long-term trust among consumers and commercial buyers.

ASC Group’s Role in BIS Certification

ASC Group has been serving businesses successfully for the last 3 decades. Our consultants provide complete support to the businesses from documentation to the grant of the certification. They also provide post certification updates to the businesses to make more informed decisions.

Conclusion

The Low speed food grinding machines are now more commonly used in households on a daily basis. It is the responsibility of the businesses including both manufacturers and importers to align their product with the Indian standards along with global standards to legally enter the Indian market. ASC Group has years of experience for supporting businesses in attaining BIS certification to operate in the Indian market with confidence.