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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 11066:2022 For Polyester Fibre Ropes (3/4/8/12-strand). This standard outlines the technical specifications, test parameters, and performance requirements to check the properties of polyester multifilament ropes intended for use in marine, industrial lifting, construction, and engineering applications requiring high strength and durability.
These ropes are commonly employed in sensitive activities including marine loading, lifting, movement of goods, and construction activities, where dependability and performance must not be compromised. The standard ensures all polyester multifilament ropes manufactured or sold in India will be consistent in quality and safety, and defines approved polyester multifilament materials suitable for rope manufacturing. BIS guarantees every rope manufactured or imported into India adheres to demanding procedures for strength, elongation, and environmental stress requirements.
| Product Name | Polyester Fibre Ropes (3/4/8/12-strand) |
| Applicable Indian Standard | IS 11066:2022 |
| 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
Abrasion Resistance Test
Moisture Absorption Test
Elongation Test
Chemical Composition/Material Purity Check
Optional Tests:
Environmental Stress Test
Load Capacity Test
Here are the key benefits of getting ISI Mark certification:
Government Quality Assurance: BIS Certification confirms the rope meets prescribed standards for tensile strength, load capacity, and material purity.
Mandatory Compliance: Polyester fiber ropes must adhere to IS 11066:2022 and display the Standard Mark, obtained through a BIS license, as per Scheme-I of Schedule-II of the BIS (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.
Enhanced Market Competitiveness: The ISI Mark creates confidence for customers and allows manufacturers to bid for government and export tenders.
Consumer Trust: The ISI mark is a mark of reliability that helps develop your brand in the eyes of your buyers or contractors.
Avoiding Business Risk: A polyester rope producer was previously unable to fulfill a major export requirement due to lacking BIS Certification, despite the ropes meeting international tensile standards, because the buyer required Indian-regulated ISI marking.

The estimated duration for securing BIS certification for polyester fibre ropes under IS 11066:2022 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 an application form with product and manufacturing details, a documentation check against IS 11066:2022, and a factory inspection examining the manufacturing facility's equipment, production procedures, and quality control methods. Samples of the polyester fibre ropes produced in the production lot are then tested to determine compliance with IS 11066:2022 performance requirements before BIS grants the certification.
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
For any questions regarding the most recent update on ISI Mark registration licenses, please reach out to us via email at cs@absoluteveritas.com
Fibre Ropes — Polyester — 3-, 4-, 8- and 12-Strand Ropes.
Yes — polyester fiber ropes must adhere to IS 11066:2022 and display the Standard Mark under a BIS license.
Licenses are valid for two years and can be renewed for periods up to five years so long as quality regulations are in compliance.
Yes — this order does not apply to articles and goods meant for export.
Approximately 30 days for Indian manufacturers and around 180 days for foreign manufacturers.
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