Why is FMCS Registration important?

Importance of FMCS Registration | Ensuring BIS Compliances

FMCS Registration is an abbreviation for Foreign Manufacturers Certifications Scheme. FMCS is acquired by the International manufacturers who wish to expand their trade within India , while their manufacturing unit is located outside the country. FMCS license allows such manufacturers to import , and sell their products within the country freely without having to face any kind of legal troubles.

FMCS Registrations are provided to manufacturers who comply with the standards specified by BIS authorities. BIS means Bureau Of Indian Standards . BIS is accountable for standardization, marking and quality of products. Simply, BIS makes sure that all the eligible organizations produce high quality products , maintain top-rated standards in their product so that it does not pose a threat to - public and animal health, national security , and environment .A foreign firm can seek a license from BIS to use the ISI mark on their products under the FMCS scheme.

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Importance of BIS FMCS:

The following are some of the reasons why BIS FMCS is critical for any Foreign Manufacturer looking to do business in India:

FMCS is a foreign manufacturers scheme which states that it is essential for the manufacturers to obtain FMCS scheme to trade in India .
FMCS certification ensures the customers of any applicable organization of top-rated quality and safety standards of the organization. It makes sure that no product that is available in the market is harmful to the customers consuming it.
In some cases , FMCS authority makes surprise visits to the manufacturing unit to make sure that the organization is maintaining the standards of BIS assuring quality control parameters and safety standards after the issuance of certification. These surprise visits are done to ensure that the organization does not produce , sell or import unscrupulous commodities after the initial certification.
FMCS Certified manufacturing company gains the confidence of the audience . The FMCS certification of the products assures the customers the genuineness and dependability of the organization. The FMCS certificate helps the manufacturing units to gain trust of their customers , thus the company reaches a larger audience gradually.
It is essential as FMCS registration allows the manufacturer to trade freely without having to deal with any legal issues for trading without the allowance .
FMCS registration is essential as it supports fair ways of performing business by the International Manufacturers. BIS FMCS makes it certain that the foreign manufacturers also follow the same standards that are followed by the Indian manufacturing companies. It helps in avoiding unjust attitudes towards any organization , maintaining the standards of all applicable organizations be it - Indian or Foreign for the benefit of the company and essentially for the consumers.
FMCS helps in creating a boost in the imports and exports of the country which helps in increase of annual income . When a foreign firm begins their trade in India , they are more inclined to invest in India. It leads to creation of jobs for the unemployed people in different sectors-manufacturing, logistics, service, consulting etc. Therefore Foreign investment in the country improves the quality of products, and improves the reputation of Indian manufacturers.
FMCS certification is significant for the manufacturing firms as it provides an authenticity to the organization . It assists the organization in differentiating itself from competitors since customers are more inclined to eat products with BIS certification, hence safeguarding their health.
BIS provides certification for many products and some of those are harmful to the environment. In such cases, certain resources used for manufacturing which has hazardous effects on the environment are made illegal for any manufacturer.

Process of BIS FMCS:

The manufacturing firm has to make sure they conform to the standards of BIS .
Firm must submit the application form and pay the registration fee.
An issue is mailed to the firm if the authorities find any missing information.
Authorization of Indian Representative is appointed on the behalf of the firm to deal with all the communication and arrangements needed with BIS authorities in India.
The BIS authority visits the location where the manufacturing unit is located to assess the quality control parameters along with the testing of manufacturing equipment.
Product samples are collected to test in the In-House laboratories as well as NABL Certified laboratories .
Laboratory reports are examined , after which license and advance marking fee is submitted.
License is issued to the firm after the successful completion of the process
Firm signs an indemnity bond with the BIS FMCS.
Firm submits 10000 USD to the bank as a Performance Bank Guarantee . It is refundable when the manufacturer surrenders the license.

Registration Fee for BIS FMCS Certification

Applicant Fee (Non Refundable)	1000
Testing Charges	As Applicable
Annual License Fee	1000
Renewal Application Fee (Non Refundable)	1000
Late Fee for renewal	5000
Marking Fee	As Applicable
Issue of Duplicate License	1000

Note: The Fee for FMCS Registration can differ depending upon the category of product.

Conclusion:

The Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) is a scheme under BIS which makes sure to maintain the quality and safety standards of the foreign manufacturer likely to begin their trade in India. FMCS allows the manufacturer easy access to begin their trade within India which benefits in boosting the employment opportunities. The trading helps in generating jobs in manufacturing, service and logistics sector which leads to the boost in national income .

The firm must choose an Indian Representative to manage all essential procedures to register the firm in India. AIR is elected if they have sufficient knowledge of FMCS BIS and the rules and regulations.

FMCS is an important programme whose role is to supervise the quality, security and dependability , fair trade by the foreign manufacturer, provides legal benefits and many more.

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