On February 29th, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) made an important announcement regarding the quality control of Resin Treated Compressed Wood Laminates used for electrical, chemical, and general purposes.    

From January 14, 2025, the below specified resin-treated compressed wood laminate products must meet certain Indian Standards to ensure their quality and safety according to the amendment,  

• For electrical purposes: IS 3513 (Part 1):1989  
• For chemical purposes: IS 3513 (Part 2):1989  
• For general purposes: IS 3513 (Part 3):1989  

Additionally, there are revised deadlines for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) to comply with these standards are below:

• Small Enterprises have until April 14, 2025. 
• Micro Enterprises have until July 14, 2025. 

This change is aimed at enhancing the reliability of Resin Treated Compressed Wood Laminates across various industries, ensuring they meet quality and safety standards.  

You can access the official notification from here.  

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