Know About Certification of Domestic Products in India

The quality of a product is an important part that is considered by consumers while purchasing a product. Domestic Product Certification specifies that the quality of the product is better than others that are non-certified. It also specifies the product origin, product production process, nature or characteristic of the product, performance of the product, safety of the product, and more. 

Why it is necessary to obtain certification for Domestic Products? 

This certification includes some certifications such as Bureau of Indian Standard Certification, Agmark, ISI mark, Ecomark, FPO mark, and more. These are designed to protect consumers from uncertified products that are not of high quality, hazardous to health, not environment-friendly, and manufactured through unethical business practices. 

If we discuss each of these certifications then it will be easier for you to understand. So, let’s begin with BIS certification, this includes certification of products, standards formulation, testing, hallmarking, calibration scheme, and more. The BIS is a national standards body promoting and regulating products and goods standards in India. 

Another is Agmark, which means certification for agricultural produce that assures that products like vegetable oil, cereals, pulses, semi-processed goods, and more are of better quality than foods that are non-certified. Eco mark shows that the product is safe to use and does not harm the environment or least harmful for the environment. 

ISI mark is considered a trust for manufacturers and consumers.  It is a conformity mark for industrial products. This mark is a standard mark awarded by the Bureau of Indian Standards for the conformity of the product to Indian standards. Various products also need mandatory electronic product certification in India. 

Let’s find out what is the process and documents needed for the domestic product certification. 

Which Documents are needed for Domestic Product Certification? 

You must have the application filled with accurate details under BIS. you must have authorization documents, a business license, ISO certificates to the manufacturer, trademark certificates, laboratory test reports, an authorization letter, a product manual, a user manual, the scope of the business license, a testing document, or more are needed for obtaining this certification. 

What are the Steps for Domestic Product Certification? 

Every certification process includes some steps for obtaining certification for Domestic products. The first step is application submission with the required documents, then products must go for a lab test at a recognized laboratory. After this products should go for lab testing at a BIS-recognised lab and if BIS officials raise any objection after the testing then the applicant has to answer them. Later on, a manufacturing facility audit will take place and product certification will be provided. 

What are the Benefits of Obtaining Domestic Product Certification? 

These certifications help increase the trust and credibility of your product in the consumer's eye. It also enhances consumer satisfaction, which increases revenue. This Certification is granted after testing the samples of the products in specific laboratories, ensuring high-quality products. Certified products show that they minimize environmental risks because the usage of certain chemicals and materials is prohibited. It also supports your global recognition and ensures better utilization of resources. Domestic product certification improves your market reputation over time. 

Conclusion

Whatever a consumer buys, from food to electronics, from branded items to local ones, there is always a doubt in mind on how to determine whether they can trust the product or manufacturing company. Many products fail to meet the standards and products without certification aren’t trusted by consumers. That’s why as a manufacturer you should obtain certification as per your product.