The government has mandated that stainless steel and aluminium kitchen utensils adhere to national quality standards, according to the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued a Quality Control Order on March 14, making the ISI mark mandatory for these kitchen utensils. This mark is developed by BIS and assures product quality and safety.
The order prohibits the manufacture, import, sale, distribution, storage, or exhibition for sale of any stainless steel or aluminium utensils that do not bear the BIS standard mark. Non-compliance will result in penalties, indicating the government’s commitment to consumer safety and product integrity.
Recently, BIS formulated comprehensive standards for kitchen items, including IS 14756:2022 for stainless steel and IS 1660:2024 for aluminium utensils. These standards cover material requirements, design specifications, and performance parameters.
The government believes that this move will enhance consumer confidence and encourage manufacturers to adopt best practices.
