IS 14756 BIS Certification for Stainless Steel Cookware
Stainless Steel Cookware made, imported or sold in India must be certified against IS 14756 under an ISI mark licence (Scheme-I). What the standard covers, how testing works and how to get the licence.
About IS 14756
| Standard | IS 14756 : 2022 |
|---|---|
| Title | Stainless Steel Cookware |
| Product covered | Stainless Steel Cookware |
| Category | Cookware, Utensils and Cans for food and beverages |
| Scheme | ISI mark licence (Scheme-I) |
| Notified under | Cookware and Utensils (Quality Control) Order, 2023, S.O. 3583(E), dated 9th August 2023 · Order PDF |
Editions and amendments of IS 14756
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 14756:2024 Stainless Steel Utensils — Specification ( Third Revision ) | 22 Nov 2024 | Current, next review 6 Feb 2031 |
| IS 14756:2022 STAINLESS STEEL UTENSILS - SPECIFICATION ( SECOND REVISION) | 31 Mar 2022 | Withdrawn 2 Jun 2025 |
| IS 14756:2000 Stainless Steel Cooking Utensils | Withdrawn 14 Mar 2022 | |
| IS 14756:2017 Stainless steel cookware - Specification (First Revision) | Withdrawn 5 Sept 2023 |
Amendments:First Amendment (2026). Test reports must reflect the standard with its amendments.
Marking fee for IS 14756
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 14756, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹51,000 |
| Medium | ₹42,000 |
| Small | ₹25,500 |
| Micro | ₹10,200 |
Unit rate: ₹0.25 per kg. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 14756
From the BIS product manual for IS 14756, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- All test except Staining Test
The full type test covers every clause of IS 14756; the list above is what can be checked on site.
ISI licences under IS 14756
BIS records 338 operative licences (359 including deferred, cancelled or under stop marking). Most licensed factories are in Maharashtra (101), Haryana (45), Gujarat (40), Rajasthan (36), Tamil Nadu (33).
Testing against IS 14756
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 14756 that applies to the product, in the edition current on the date of testing. When BIS revises IS 14756 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 14756
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 14756 cover?
IS 14756 : 2022: Stainless Steel Cookware. BIS has made certification against it compulsory for stainless steel cookware.
Is BIS certification under IS 14756 mandatory?
Yes, for stainless steel cookware, under the Cookware and Utensils (Quality Control) Order, 2023, S.O. 3583(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 14756?
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 14756 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.
Other standards in Cookware, Utensils and Cans for food and beverages
- IS 1660 Wrought Aluminium Utensils
- IS 13983 Stainless Steel Sinks for Domestic Purposes
- IS 14407 Aluminium Cans for Beverages
- IS 18427 Three Piece Round Open Top Metal Cans for Foods and Beverages
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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