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In today's competitive landscape, maintaining market presence without a certified, high-quality product can be challenging. Obtaining a BIS license may also be essential for selling products in the Indian market. To achieve BIS certification and ensure product quality, manufacturers must adhere to the specified Indian standards.
Let's delve deeper into IS 15041:2001 For Flat Woven Webbing Slings (Man-Made Fibres). This standard describes the minimum requirements for flat woven webbing slings manufactured from man-made fibres for general lifting and lashing purposes, outlining performance criteria, testing methods, and safety considerations necessary to guarantee the reliability and durability of slings.
These slings comprise man-made fibre webbing of any required length and 25 to 320 mm width, wrapped with a smooth contact surface around the load so as to offer support across the whole webbing width and distribute the pressure evenly. Materials specified include high tenacity polyamide (nylon), polyester, or polypropylene continuous multifilament, which offer high wet and dry strength along with selective resistance to chemical and microbiological attack. Performance testing covers tensile strength, elongation, abrasion resistance, and durability, ensuring slings can safely handle specified loads in lifting, construction, and industrial transport applications.
| Product Name | Flat Woven Webbing Slings (Man-Made Fibres) |
| Applicable Indian Standard | IS 15041:2001 |
| Applicable Certification Scheme | Product Certification Scheme (ISI Mark Scheme) Scheme 1 - Schedule 2 |
| Compliance Requirement | Mandatory |
| QCO Link | Quality Control Order |
Mandatory Tests:
Tensile Strength Test
Elongation Test
Abrasion Resistance Test
Uniformity of Weaving/Freedom from Defects Inspection
Soft Eyes Construction Check
Optional Tests:
Chemical/Microbiological Resistance Test
Durability Test
Here are the key benefits of getting ISI Mark certification:
Government Quality Assurance: The ISI Mark on a webbing sling assures buyers that the product has passed rigorous quality and safety tests set by the Government of India.
Mandatory Compliance: These webbing slings must conform to IS 15041:2001 and must bear the Standard Mark under a license from the Bureau of Indian Standards, in accordance with Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Enhanced Market Competitiveness: Market advantage and tender eligibility improve, as government and large industrial tenders require BIS-certified slings.
Consumer Trust: The ISI mark on BIS-certified slings is a visible symbol of quality and credibility, and clients, contractors, and industrial buyers often insist on ISI-marked products because it guarantees consistency, safety, and compliance.
Avoiding Business Risk: Selling non-certified slings is illegal and can lead to fines, product seizure, or legal action, and a lifting solutions provider has previously lost a major industrial contract for lacking BIS certification.

The approximate timeline to obtain BIS certification for flat woven webbing slings under IS 15041:2001 varies based on the manufacturer’s location and certification route. The typical timelines are outlined below:
| Indian Manufacturers | BIS certification is generally completed within approximately 30 days, subject to successful product testing and documentation verification. |
| Foreign Manufacturers (FMCS Route) | Under the BIS Foreign Manufacturer Certification Scheme (FMCS), the process usually takes around 180 days, considering factory inspection, sample testing, and regulatory approvals. |
Acquiring a BIS license for this product involves submitting the certification application along with required documents, including factory details, product specifications, test reports, and quality control process information, followed by sending product samples to a BIS-recognized laboratory for testing. A BIS officer then conducts an on-site inspection of the manufacturing facility to assess the production process and quality control measures before BIS grants the license.
For comprehensive guidance on the BIS ISI Certification process, please explore:
Absolute Veritas is a prominent organisation from the private sector of India primarily dealing with the Inspection, Testing, Audits, Certification of products& consulting services to various industries in India and worldwide, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and industry requirements. Offering a comprehensive range of services including product certification, testing, training, auditing, and compliance services, Absolute Veritas helps manufacturers and importers achieve higher production efficiency and quality standards.
Absolute Veritas (BIS Consultant) will handle end to end pre-registration request, sample preparation, documentation, testing and application process for ISI Mark Certification
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Flat Woven Webbing Slings Made of Man-Made Fibres for General Services.
Yes — under the order issued by the Ministry of Textiles, these slings must conform to IS 15041:2001 and bear the Standard Mark.
25 to 320 mm width, with any required length.
Yes — the order applies to flat woven webbing slings intended for general services but does not apply to goods meant for export.
Approximately 30 days for Indian manufacturers and around 180 days for foreign manufacturers.
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