BIS for Aluminium Utensils in India: IS 1660 QCO Guide

Pots, pans, pressure cookers, and kadhais made of wrought aluminium are now regulated products. Under the Cookware, Utensils and Cans for Foods and Beverages (Quality Control) Second Order, 2026, wrought aluminium utensils must conform to IS 1660:2024 and carry the BIS Standard Mark. The order was notified on 13 October 2026 and applies to utensils with immediate effect. This guide explains who is affected and what to do. For licensing support, see our BIS certification services in India.

Key takeaways

• The Second Order, 2026 replaces the earlier 2026 cookware order issued in January.
• Wrought aluminium utensils must conform to IS 1660:2024.
• For utensils, the requirement applies immediately, including to small and micro enterprises.
• Aluminium beverage cans (IS 14407:2023) are covered by the same order, with a later start of 1 April 2027 for general businesses.
• The order carries a penalty clause under the BIS Act, 2016.

Contents

1. What changed in the second order
2. What counts as a wrought aluminium utensil
3. Deadlines
4. Who must comply
5. How to get certified
6. Common mistakes
7. Consequences of non-compliance
8. FAQs

1. What changed in the second order

The January 2026 order set 1 October 2026 for most makers, with later dates for small and micro enterprises. The second order, notified on 13 October 2026, replaced those dates for utensils with immediate effect. It also adds a clause that lets penalties apply under the BIS Act, 2016.

2. What counts as a wrought aluminium utensil

IS 1660:2024 covers utensils formed from wrought aluminium, which means rolled, pressed, or spun sheet rather than cast metal. Everyday examples include pots, pans, and similar kitchen items. If you are unsure whether a product falls under the standard, check its title and scope before assuming it is exempt.

Do not confuse this with the Aluminium and Aluminium Alloy Products QCO, which covers semi-finished forms such as bars, plates, and sheets. See our guide on BIS for aluminium products.

3. Deadlines

Product	Standard	Start date
Wrought aluminium utensils	IS 1660:2024	Immediate (all enterprise sizes)
Aluminium beverage cans	IS 14407:2023	1 April 2027 (general businesses)

Dates for small and micro enterprises on beverage cans follow the order and the MSME definitions.

4. Who must comply

• Manufacturers need a BIS licence for the utensil type they make.
• Importers must bring in only licensed, marked goods.
• Retailers and marketplace sellers should verify the mark and licence number on stock before listing it.
• Check the order’s exemptions, such as those for exports, before assuming they apply to your goods.

5. How to get certified

1. Confirm scope: match each utensil range to IS 1660:2024.
2. Check materials: aluminium grade and thickness affect test results.
3. Test samples at a BIS-recognised laboratory.
4. Apply for the BIS licence and complete the factory inspection.
5. Mark every unit with the Standard Mark and licence number after approval.

6. Common mistakes

• Relying on the January order’s dates, which have been replaced for utensils.
• Assuming small or micro status gives extra time for utensils.
• Treating cast aluminium cookware and wrought utensils as the same product.
• Printing the mark on packaging before the licence is granted.
• Listing stock on marketplaces without a licence number on file.

7. Consequences of non-compliance

Making, importing, or selling covered utensils without the mark violates the BIS Act, 2016, and the second order states that penalties can apply. Dealers holding unmarked stock also face practical risk.

FAQs

Is BIS certification mandatory for aluminium utensils in India?
Yes, wrought aluminium utensils must conform to IS 1660:2024 and carry the BIS Standard Mark.

When does it apply?
For utensils, with immediate effect from the Second Order, 2026, notified on 13 October 2026.

Do small and micro enterprises get extra time for utensils?
No. The second order applies to utensils immediately for all enterprise sizes.

What about aluminium beverage cans?
Cans fall under the same order with a start date of 1 April 2027 for general businesses, under IS 14407:2023.

Conclusion

If you make or sell wrought aluminium utensils, certification is no longer a future task. Confirm your product scope, secure testing, and move on the licence now. For support, see our BIS certification services in India.

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