Flour Milling Industry — Glossary IS 9374 : 2026

Indian Standards aren't limited to product specifications — many, like IS 9374, define the shared vocabulary that keeps specifications and technical documentation consistent across an industry.

IS 9374 : 2026 For Flour Milling Industry — Glossary is the Bureau of Indian Standards' glossary of terms for the flour milling sector. The Bureau has established this First Revision on 21 July 2026, replacing IS 9374 – 1979 (Glossary of Terms Relating to Flour Milling Industry), which will continue to remain valid alongside the new standard until 21 January 2027.

IS 9374 defines the standard terminology used across the flour milling industry, covering equipment, processes, and grades relevant to wheat and grain milling operations. This glossary is referenced by mill operators, equipment manufacturers, and quality control personnel to ensure consistent, unambiguous communication across specifications and technical documentation.

KEY DETAILS

Standard Title	Flour Milling Industry — Glossary
Applicable Indian Standard	IS 9374 : 2026 (First Revision)
Standard Type	Terminology / Glossary (reference standard)
Applicability	Reference standard for mills and equipment manufacturers — not a directly ISI Mark-certifiable product specification
Superseded Standard	IS 9374 – 1979 (valid until 21 January 2027)

Who Uses IS 9374

This standard is a working reference for:

Flour mill operators: To ensure operational documentation uses consistent, standardized terms.
Milling equipment manufacturers: To align product specifications and technical literature with recognized industry terminology.
Quality control personnel: To communicate grades and process terms consistently across the supply chain.

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What does IS 9374 cover?

IS 9374 defines the standard terminology used across the flour milling industry, covering equipment, processes, and grades relevant to wheat and grain milling operations.

Which BIS standard governs flour milling terminology?

Flour milling industry terminology must follow IS 9374 : 2026, which provides consistent definitions for equipment, processes, and grades used across the sector.

Who uses IS 9374?

Mill operators, equipment manufacturers, and quality control personnel use IS 9374 as the reference glossary when preparing specifications and technical documentation for flour milling operations.

Does a manufacturer need BIS certification under this standard?

No. IS 9374 is a glossary standard, not a product specification, so there is no ISI Mark certification issued directly against it.

Is the previous IS 9374 – 1979 standard still valid?

IS 9374 : 2026 was established on 21 July 2026. The earlier IS 9374 – 1979 continues to remain in force alongside it until 21 January 2027, after which it stands withdrawn.

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