Product	Ducted and Package Air Conditioners
Certification Body	Bureau of Indian Standards
Indian Standard	IS 8148:2018
Scope	This Standard specifies performance testing, the standard conditions and the test methods for determining the capacity and efficiency ratings of air-cooled air-conditioners and air-to-air heat pumps. This Standard applies to unitary and split ducted air conditioners having air-cooled and water-cooled condensers, and ducted air-to-air heat pumps.
Voluntary/Mandatory	Mandatory
Implementation date	The implementation date was initially June 1, 2020, but following an amendment, it has been revised to December 29, 2023.
End-use application	Ducted and packaged air conditioners are utilized in commercial buildings, large residences, and industrial facilities for centralized cooling. They efficiently regulate indoor temperature and humidity levels, ensuring comfortable environments and optimal equipment performance.
Gazette Notification released by	Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Download Notification	https://www.bis.gov.in/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Air-Conditioner-and-its-related-parts.pdf

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 “Ducted and Package Air Conditioners”. This product falls under the mandatory BIS-ISI Mark certification scheme (Scheme-I of Schedule II), making it imperative for manufacturers and importers to obtain a valid license by a specified deadline. Failure to comply will lead to the prohibition of 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.   

To achieve BIS certification, products must fully comply with all parameters outlined in the corresponding Indian Standard. This ensures that products meet stringent quality and safety requirements, bolstering consumer confidence and advancing industry standards. 

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