IS 12795 BIS Certification for Linear Alkyl Benzene
Linear Alkyl Benzene made, imported or sold in India must be certified against IS 12795 under an ISI mark licence (Scheme-I). What the standard covers, how testing works and how to get the licence.
About IS 12795
| Standard | IS 12795:2020 |
|---|---|
| Title | Linear Alkyl Benzene |
| Product covered | Linear Alkyl Benzene |
| Category | Chemicals, Fertilizers, Polymers & Textiles |
| Scheme | ISI mark licence (Scheme-I) |
| Notified under | Linear Alkyl Benzene (Quality Control) Order, 2021, S.O. 1664 (E), dated 15.04.2021 · Order PDF |
Order status: suspended. temporarily suspended until 31 Dec 2026 (S.O. 3456(E) 25 Jun 2026; S.O. 5343(E) 29 Sep 2026)
Editions and amendments of IS 12795
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 12795:2020 Linear Alkyl Benzene — Specification ( First Revision ) | 31 Mar 2020 | Current, next review 31 Mar 2030 |
Amendments:First Amendment (2023). Test reports must reflect the standard with its amendments.
Marking fee for IS 12795
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 12795, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹2,58,000 |
| Medium | ₹2,07,000 |
| Small | ₹1,29,000 |
| Micro | ₹51,600 |
Unit rate: ₹7.25 per mt. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 12795
From the BIS product manual for IS 12795, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- Colour ii) Moisture iii) Specific gravity iv) Doctor test v) Bromine Indexvi) Molecular Weight vii) Paraffin viii) Chain length distribution ix) Refractive Index x) LAB content
The full type test covers every clause of IS 12795; the list above is what can be checked on site.
ISI licences under IS 12795
BIS records 4 operative licences (4 including deferred, cancelled or under stop marking). Most licensed factories are in Gujarat (2), Maharashtra (1), Tamil Nadu (1).
Testing against IS 12795
BIS inspects the factory and has samples tested to the full Indian Standard at a BIS or BIS-recognised laboratory. After grant, the factory keeps testing production under the Scheme of Inspection and Testing, and BIS draws factory and market samples.
The test report has to cover every clause of IS 12795 that applies to the product, in the edition current on the date of testing. When BIS revises IS 12795 or replaces it with a new edition, existing licence holders move to the new edition by the date BIS sets in its notification.
How to get an ISI mark licence under IS 12795
The licence is granted to the manufacturer for a specific factory and product. Indian factories apply under Scheme-I; overseas factories apply under the Foreign Manufacturers Certification Scheme (FMCS) and must nominate an Authorised Indian Representative.
- Confirm the exact Indian Standard and the varieties to cover
- Get the product tested at a BIS-recognised lab (simplified procedure) or arrange BIS sampling
- Apply on Manak Online with factory, quality-control and test documents
- BIS factory inspection and sample verification
- Grant of licence, then marking with the ISI mark and CM/L number
Timeline. BIS targets 30 days under the simplified procedure (applying with a recent lab test report) and 90 days under the normal procedure. Overseas factories under FMCS typically take around 6 months.
Fees. Application fee ₹1,000 and annual licence fee ₹1,000, inspection charges of ₹7,000 per man-day, testing charges, and an annual minimum marking fee set for each Indian Standard (with concessions for micro and small units).
Mark. Certified products carry the ISI Standard Mark with the IS number and the CM/L-XXXXXXXXXX licence number.
Frequently asked questions
What does IS 12795 cover?
IS 12795:2020: Linear Alkyl Benzene. BIS has made certification against it compulsory for linear alkyl benzene.
Is BIS certification under IS 12795 mandatory?
Yes, for linear alkyl benzene, under the Linear Alkyl Benzene (Quality Control) Order, 2021, S.O. 1664 (E). The product needs a valid BIS licence (ISI mark) and must carry the ISI Standard Mark with the IS number and the CM/L-XXXXXXXXXX licence number.
Where is a product tested for IS 12795?
BIS inspects the factory and has samples tested to the full Indian Standard at a BIS or BIS-recognised laboratory. After grant, the factory keeps testing production under the Scheme of Inspection and Testing, and BIS draws factory and market samples.
How long does IS 12795 BIS certification take?
BIS targets 30 days under the simplified procedure (applying with a recent lab test report) and 90 days under the normal procedure. Overseas factories under FMCS typically take around 6 months.
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Source: BIS lists of products under compulsory certification (Scheme-I, Scheme-II), checked October 2026. See the full BIS product list or all Indian Standards.
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