| Product | Water meters (domestic type) |
| Certification Body | Bureau of Indian Standards |
| Indian Standard | IS 779: 1994 |
| Scope | This standard covers terminology, construction, technical characteristics, metrological characteristics and other requirements of water meters with threaded end connections of size up to and including 50 mm, having nominal flow rates in the range of 1.5 to 15 kl/h, suitable for measuring the flow of cold potable water at a nominal pressure of 1 MPa) (Max) and ambient temperature. |
| Voluntary/Mandatory | Mandatory |
| Implementation date | 5th September 2024 |
| End-use application | Domestic-type water meters measure water consumption in residential properties, ensuring accurate billing for utility services. They help homeowners monitor their usage, promoting conservation and efficient resource management. These compact meters are easy to install and essential for managing domestic water supply. |
| Gazette Notification released by | Ministry of Commerce and Industry |
| Download Notification | Water-meters-and-accessories-QCO-2023.pdf (bis.gov.in) |
The Ministry of Commerce & Industry, specifically the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Government of India, regularly issues Quality Control Orders (QCOs) under the aspect of Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) to regulate various types of goods imported into or manufactured locally within the country. The objective is to foster a safe and quality-centric environment nationwide.
In line with this objective, a recent QCO has been issued to regulate “Water meters (bulk type)”. This product falls under the mandatory BIS-ISI Mark certification scheme (Scheme-I of Schedule II), making it mandatory for manufacturers and importers to obtain a valid license by a specified deadline. Failure to comply will prohibit importing, manufacturing or selling these goods in the Indian market.
Certification plays a crucial role in ensuring that products meet specific quality and safety standards mandated by the government. Its implementation aims to safeguard consumers, promote standardization, uphold public health and safety, facilitate international trade, and stimulate economic development.
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