IS 12928 BIS Certification for Precipitated Barium for Ceramic and Glass Industry
Precipitated Barium for Ceramic and Glass Industry made, imported or sold in India must be certified against IS 12928 under an ISI mark licence (Scheme-I). What the standard covers, how testing works and how to get the licence.
About IS 12928
| Standard | IS 12928:1990 |
|---|---|
| Title | Precipitated Barium for Ceramic and Glass Industry |
| Product covered | Precipitated Barium for Ceramic and Glass Industry |
| Category | Chemicals, Fertilizers, Polymers & Textiles |
| Scheme | ISI mark licence (Scheme-I) |
| Notified under | Precipitated Barium Carbonate, (Quality Control) Order, 2020, S.O.1901(E) · Order PDF |
Editions and amendments of IS 12928
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 12928:1990 Precipitated barium carbonate for ceramic and glass industry - Specification | 31 Oct 1990 | Current, next review 31 Jan 2028 |
Amendments:First Amendment (2007). Test reports must reflect the standard with its amendments.
Testing against IS 12928
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 12928 that applies to the product, in the edition current on the date of testing. When BIS revises IS 12928 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 12928
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 12928 cover?
IS 12928:1990: Precipitated Barium for Ceramic and Glass Industry. BIS has made certification against it compulsory for precipitated barium for ceramic and glass industry.
Is BIS certification under IS 12928 mandatory?
Yes, for precipitated barium for ceramic and glass industry, under the Precipitated Barium Carbonate, (Quality Control) Order, 2020, S.O.1901(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 12928?
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 12928 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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