QCO S.O. 853(E) is a Quality Control Order issued by the Indian government on 25th February 2020. It makes BIS certification mandatory for 18 products. Selling these products without valid BIS certification is illegal.

What are the penalties for non-compliance?

Products sold without BIS certification under QCO S.O. 853(E) can result in: customs seizure of imported goods, marketplace delisting (Amazon/Flipkart), fines up to ₹5 lakh, and potential imprisonment under the BIS Act.

Other QCOs

S.O. 756(E) (152)Refer BIS Gazette (56)S.O. 4098(E) (55)S.O. 2357(E) (34)S.O. 1002(E) (30)S.O. 5038(E) (22)S.O. 4248(E) (20)S.O. 3649(E) (20)

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QCO S.O. 853(E)

Products Under S.O. 853(E)

Toys | Mechanical & Physical Safety

Electric Toys

Toys | All Types (Non-Electric)

Soft Toys & Plush Toys

Toy Vehicles & Ride-On Toys

Building Blocks & Construction Toys

Board Games & Puzzles

Dolls & Action Figures

Toy Musical Instruments

Toy Weapons (Safe)

Bath Toys & Water Toys

Art & Craft Toys for Children

Educational Toys & Science Kits

Outdoor Play Equipment

Remote Control Toys (Non-Electric)

Baby Toys (0-3 Years)

Battery-Operated Toys

Toy Cosmetics & Makeup Kits

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