New BIS Standard mandates Certification for Cold Formed Welded Carbon Steel Sections
8. August 2024The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has introduced a new standard, IS 18573:2024, which mandates certification for cold formed welded carbon steel square and rectangular hollow sections. This certification, essential for mechanical, general engineering, and decorative purposes, ensures products meet rigorous quality and safety standards. Steel products require BIS certification to be approved for import and sale in India.
IS 18573:2024 outlines comprehensive requirements for cold-formed square and rectangular welded hollow sections, including specifications related to materials, mechanical properties, dimensions, tolerances, and surface protection. It classifies sections into grades such as YSt 160, YSt 210, YSt 240, YSt 310, and YSt 355. The timeline to obtain BIS certification is approximately 30 days for Indian manufacturers and 180 days for foreign manufacturers.
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