ISI Certificate for Packaged Drinking Water | Fees, Documents and Procedure

Updated on September 25, 2024 12:55:20 PM

The Bureau of Indian Standards also known as (BIS) is a statutory licensing authority that standardizes quality and safety parameters of products under various schemes. Under one such scheme the mineral water plants and producers of packaged drinking water are required to get an ISI certificate for their business.

The ISI Certification is a quality certificate which ensures that the product is safe to use by its consumers. It plays a crucial role in establishing trust among consumers of the product.

Having said that, obtaining a ISI certification can be a hideous task for many in India. This is where our subject matter expertise comes in, we have helped many small businesses and enterprises secure their BIS certification in record time at the lowest consulting fee possible. Let's dive further into the article to know more about the requirement and process of ISI registration for mineral water plants.

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Requirement for ISI Certification for Packaged Drinking Water

ISI mark registration certificate is a document that signifies quality and assurance of a product. As per the guidelines of ministry of consumers affairs, food and public distribution, BIS certification for products listed in various bis schemes is an obligatory compliance for manufacturers in the country. Purpose of certifying a mineral water with an ISI Mark certificate is to regulate the quality and ensure that the end product is consumable.

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Documents Required for ISI certificate for Packaged Water

These are the following documents that are needed to be attached during the filing of application with BIS Licensing authorities.

  • Basic Details of Applicant
  • Pest Control Certificate is Required
  • incorporation certificate is Required
  • NOC From State Pollution Control Board
  • Layout Design of the Mineral Water Plant
  • Trademark Details Required for the Brand
  • Partnership Deed in Case of Partnership Firm
  • Sanctioned Electric Load Capacity of the Plant
  • Water Test Report from BIS Authorized Test Labs
  • Factory License Registration Certificate if Required
  • Medical Details or Certificate of the Workers in the Plant
  • Ownership Proof of the Land such as Lease Document/Rent Deed
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How to apply for ISI Registration with BIS?

The ISI mark certificate for Mineral water plant is only granted after rigorous verification and inspection of the plant. Once the testing criterias are satisfied the BIS certification will be granted by the authorities.

The process of registration with BIS for Mineral Water plants is categorized in the following steps with Professional Utilities.

A user login credential is required to be created on the portal of BIS to initiate the certification process for the applicants. In order to create a user login ID, Applicants are required to provide some basic details to create a user login account.

Once the user ID is created. Applicants are required to provide all the above listed documents and file application form as per their requirement and under eligible BIS scheme, before filling the application it is very important to identify the correct IS number or under which BIS scheme the product or service falls.

After the application is submitted along with the required fee for certification. The licensing authority will scrutinize and cross examine the submitted documents and test reports. An inspection and sample testing at the premises will also be carried out by the BIS to ensure credibility before processing the application further.

Once all the formalities and inspection is carried out successfully the ISI certificate for the mineral water plant will be issued by the licensing department within 60-90 days.

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Fee for ISI Certification for Packaged Drinking Water

The Fee for ISI Certification with Professional Utilities starts from ₹ 70,000.

Particulars Fee
Application Fee 1,000
Sample Test Fee As applicable
ISI Licensing Cost 1,000
Inspection Charge 7,000
Professional Fee Starts From 70,000

Note:- For micro-scale businesses, the government offers concessions of up to 80%, while small and medium-scale businesses can avail themselves of a 20% concession on ISI marking fees.

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Setting Up Inhouse Lab For testing

As per the guidelines issued by BIS it is very important for manufacturers to have testing facilities in their premises to carry out qualified check ups at different stages of the process. The purpose of having an inhouse lab is just to ensure the quality.

  • Plant must have an in-house lab to obtain ISI certification for their purifying and packaging of mineral water.
  • The lab must have all necessary machinery and testing equipment to test the products before applying for ISI marking.
  • As per BIS guidelines, an initial test should be conducted at the manufacturing plant itself to ensure compliance with Indian standards.

Professional Utilities can help you set up your in-house lab for your respective products. Our team of experts is well-versed in Indian quality parameters and can guide you through the entire registration process without any hassle or delay.

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Testing Requirements for Setting up in House Lab

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Test IS Standard Test Sample
Thermotolerant Bacteria 15185 250 ml
Coliform Bacteria 5401 (part-1) 250 ml
Sulphite Reducing Anaerobes 13428 50 ml
Fecal Streptococci & Staphylococcus aureus 5887 250 ml
Pseudomonas Aeruginosa 13428 250 ml
Aerobic Microbial Count 5402 100 ml
Yeast & Mold 5403 250 ml
Salmonella 15187 250 ml
Shigella 5887 250 ml
Vibrio Cholerae & V. parahaemolyticus 5887 250 ml
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Other Testing Requirements

Testing Requirements Testing parameter
Organoleptic & Physical Requirement Color Odour Taste pH
Chemical Requirement Barium Copper Iron Manganese, Zinc, Alkalinity
Toxic Substance Requirement Mercury Cadmium Arsenic Lead
Microbiological Requirement Escherichia coli (Thermo tolerant bacteria) Coliform bacteria Yeast Mold
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Packaging Standard for Mineral Water bottles

Particulars IS Standard
Polyethylene 10146
Polyvinyl Chloride 10156
Poly-alkylene terephthalate 12252
Polypropylene 10910
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Guidelines for ISI Certification for Mineral Water Packers

These are the following guidelines that are required to be followed by the manufacturer.

  • The water should not be treated with harmful chemicals during the process of purification.
  • It should not required to be treated any further once bottled up
  • During the remineralising process they must ensure that ingredients used for it
  • Plants are required to take water only from following sources
    1. Surface water
    2. Civic water supply
    3. Underground sources
    4. Sea water

Water should not be over extracted from the above mentioned sources and the extraction should be as per the guidelines of central ground water authority.

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Conclusion

The ISI Registration is an important document that is needed by the manufacturers and producers. Obtaining the registration is not just obligatory but also helps the businesses create a brand value for themselves. With professional utilities you can get your ISI mark certification in just a few simple steps. Our team of experts will walk you through every step of the registration process and its compliances.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the validity of ISI certificate for mineral water packaging units

The maximum validity period of an ISI certificate is up to 1 year. License holders are required to renew their ISI certificate prior to their due date.

What is the fee for ISI Registration for Mineral water producers?

The Fee for ISI registration for mineral water plant with professional utilities starts from ₹ 70,000

How much time does it take to get an ISI registration certificate?

It takes about 60-90 working days to complete the registration process with BIS licensing authority.

Where to get an ISI certificate in India?

You can get a BIS ISI certificate with Professional Utilities in just a few steps.

  • Contact us
  • Provide Documents
  • Issuance of Certificate

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