On June 11, 2025, the Department of Chemicals and Petrochemicals (DCPC) of India recently announced a significant policy adjustment, postponing the implementation date of mandatory Quality Control Orders (QCOs) for packaging sacks of three specific chemicals. This move grants domestic manufacturers a crucial adaptation period.
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Goods or Items |
Indian Standards |
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High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg Cement |
IS 11652:2017 Textiles — High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) / Polypropylene (PP) Woven Sacks for Packaging of 50 kg- Specification(Third Revision) |
September 6, 2025 |
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Polypropylene (PP) Woven, Laminated, Block Bottom Valve Sacks for Packaging 50 kg Cement |
IS 16709:2017 Textiles —Polypropylene (PP) Woven, Laminated, Block Bottom Valve Sacks for Packaging 50 kg Cement- Specification |
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Polypropylene (PP)/ High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Laminated Woven Sacks for Mail Sorting, Storage, Transport and Distribution |
IS 17399:2020 Textiles —Polypropylene (PP)/ High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Laminated Woven Sacks for Mail Sorting, Storage, Transport and Distribution- Specification |
Once these QCOs are implemented, manufacturers of these chemicals must apply for licenses from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). The products must bear the standard mark under the license. The orders do not apply to chemicals intended for export only. All relevant manufacturers must comply with these new orders. Those who fails to comply with the orders shall be penalized in accordance with the provisions of the Bureau of Indian Standards Act (BIS Act), 2016.
Industry Impact
The extension provides India’s domestic woven sack producers—particularly those serving the cement industry and postal sector—with additional preparation time. Enterprises must utilize this period to adjust production processes, ensure full compliance with new national standards, and complete the necessary BIS license application procedures. The policy aims to enhance the quality and safety of related packaging products while setting a buffer period to ensure a smooth transition with minimal supply chain disruption.
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