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1^st JANUARY 2023

The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued an important order on January 1, 2024, regarding Laboratory Glassware Quality Control. This order aims to ensure the quality of laboratory glassware, emphasizing conformity to Indian standards and the compulsory use of the Standard Mark. The order will be effective six months from its publication in the Official Gazette.

The order is named the Laboratory Glassware Quality Control Order, 2023, and will be in force after six months from its publication. Goods specified in the Table must adhere to corresponding Indian Standards and bear the Standard Mark under a Bureau of Indian Standards license. BIS QCO for the laboratory glassware (one - mark volumetric flasks) does not apply to goods manufactured domestically for export. Micro and small enterprises have specific timelines for compliance. Goods or articles falling under the category of Laboratory Glassware are required to comply with the corresponding Indian Standard 915:2012 (One-Mark volumetric flasks). The Bureau of Indian Standards is designated as the authority for certifying and enforcing compliance with the order. Any individual violating the provisions of this order will face punishment as per the applicable legal provisions.

BIS QCO for the laboratory glassware (one - mark volumetric flasks) underscores the government's commitment to maintaining quality standards in laboratory glassware, ensuring that products in the market meet prescribed norms. The involvement of the Bureau of Indian Standards adds credibility to the certification process. Businesses, especially micro and small enterprises, should take note of the timelines for compliance to avoid penalties. Overall, BIS QCO for the laboratory glassware (one - mark volumetric flasks) contributes to the promotion of quality and standards in the industry.

(The One-Mark Volumetric Flasks are special containers used in labs to measure liquids very precisely. They have a single mark to show the exact volume, making them important for accurate measurements in scientific experiments.)

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QCO - Quality Control Order