Laboratory glassware is like special tools used in science labs. These tools are made of a special type of glass called borosilicate glass, which can handle chemicals, high heat, and sudden temperature changes without breaking.

There are different types of laboratory glassware, like beakers, flasks, test tubes, pipettes, burettes, and condensers.  Each one has a specific job, like holding liquids, mixing them, measuring amounts, or heating things up.

The reason scientists love using this glassware is that it helps them do their work very accurately. The glassware is made in standard shapes and sizes, so everyone can use the same measurements and get reliable results. Scientists in different fields, like chemistry, biology, and physics, use laboratory glassware to do experiments. They use it to measure things, separate substances, and mix chemicals safely. It's like their toolkit for discovering new things and solving problems. In short, laboratory glassware is a collection of special glass tools that scientists use to do their experiments accurately and safely.  It's like their secret weapon for making discoveries and understanding the world around us.

IS 1381 (PART1): 2003 standard outlines the requirements and dimensions for conical flasks, flat-bottom flasks, and round-bottom flasks used in laboratories These flasks are meant for direct use in laboratories and must fit with other laboratory equipment as needed.

REQUIREMENTS FOR IS 1381 (PART 1): 2003

1.     Flasks must be made of borosilicate glass 3.3 in accordance with ISO 3585. They should be free from visible defects and internal stress that could affect their performance.

2.     When placed on a flat surface, the flasks should stand vertically without wobbling or spinning.

3.     Ensure that the dimensions of the flask match those specified in the relevant standard.

4.     Maintain a laboratory equipped with the necessary tools and apparatus to perform the tests as outlined in the standard.

5.     Follow the testing techniques specified in the standard.

6.     According to Laboratory Glassware Quality Control Orders (QCO), all laboratory glassware must comply with the corresponding Indian Standard and bear the ISI Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).

7.     These products cannot be produced, traded, sold, stocked, or imported without the ISI Mark.

8.     Products must be labeled and marked in accordance with IS 1381 (Part 1): 2003. Each package should display the BIS license number and BIS website details. Additionally, the product should bear the BIS standard ISI Mark.

9.     To use the ISI mark, manufacturers must obtain a BIS license specifically for Narrow-Necked Boiling Flasks from the Bureau of Indian Standards. BIS grants this license to products that meet the relevant Indian requirements.

10.  By following these instructions, manufacturers can ensure that their Narrow-Necked Boiling Flasks conform to the necessary standards, meet quality requirements, and comply with the regulations set forth by the Bureau of Indian Standards.

TESTS

The following test shall be carried out as per the method specified in the standard.

·       Material

·       Nominal capacity

·       Construction and finish

·       Dimension

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Process for BIS ISI Mark Certification

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• ISI Mark Certification for Domestic Manufactures
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Under BIS Registration Products ISI and CRS

• BIS CRS Registration For IT Products List
• ISI Mark Registration For ISI Products List

Benefits of BIS Certification

Getting BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards) registration for your products has some really good advantages:

1. More Sales: When your products have BIS registration, it means they're likely to be better quality. Customers trust this, so you'll probably sell more.

2. Saves Money on Quality: Once you get the certification, you don't need to worry about extra quality rules because your products are already known to be good.

3. Build Trust and Less Risk: BIS-certified items are real and reliable. They work well and last a long time, so there's less chance of problems or harming the environment.

4. High-Quality Guaranteed: When a product has a BIS registration number, it's a sign that it's top-quality and trustworthy.

5. Helps Your Business Grow: BIS certification makes your product's reputation better, which can lead to more growth and getting noticed in the market. It's good for expanding your business.

CONCLUSION

Laboratory glassware has been included in the mandatory ISI Certification Scheme under the IS 1381 (PART 1): 2003 standard. Manufacturers cannot import, export, or sell this product in the Indian consumer market without the ISI Mark.

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