IS 6343 BIS Certification for Door Closers (pneumatically Regulated) for Light Doors Weighing up to 40 kg
Door Closers (pneumatically Regulated) for Light Doors Weighing up to 40 kg made, imported or sold in India must be certified against IS 6343 under an ISI mark licence (Scheme-I). What the standard covers, how testing works and how to get the licence.
About IS 6343
| Standard | IS 6343:1982 |
|---|---|
| Title | Door closers (pneumatically regulated) for light doors weighing up to 40 kg |
| Product covered | Door Closers (pneumatically Regulated) for Light Doors Weighing up to 40 kg |
| Category | Door Fittings |
| Scheme | ISI mark licence (Scheme-I) |
| Notified under | Door Fittings (Quality Control) Order, 2023, S.O. 4646(E), dated 23rd October 2023 · Order PDF |
Editions and amendments of IS 6343
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 6343:1982 Specification for Door Closers (Pneumatically Regulated) for Light Doors Weighing up to 40 kg | 30 Nov 1982 | Current, next review 10 Jan 2031 |
No amendments to the current edition are listed by BIS.
Sampling and key tests for IS 6343
From the BIS product manual for IS 6343, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Sample quantity:2 Nos.
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- Dimensions (Cl. 5.1), General Requirements (Cl. 6), Performance requirements (Cl. 7.1), Finish (Cl. 8- except tests as per Cl. 8.2.2 and 8.2.4)
The full type test covers every clause of IS 6343; the list above is what can be checked on site.
Testing against IS 6343
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 6343 that applies to the product, in the edition current on the date of testing. When BIS revises IS 6343 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 6343
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 6343 cover?
IS 6343:1982: Door closers (pneumatically regulated) for light doors weighing up to 40 kg. BIS has made certification against it compulsory for door closers (pneumatically regulated) for light doors weighing up to 40 kg.
Is BIS certification under IS 6343 mandatory?
Yes, for door closers (pneumatically regulated) for light doors weighing up to 40 kg, under the Door Fittings (Quality Control) Order, 2023, S.O. 4646(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 6343?
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 6343 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 Door Fittings
- IS 208 Door Handles
- IS 1019 Rim Latches
- IS 3564 Hydraulically Regulated Door Closers
- IS 4992 Door Handles for Mortice Lock (vertical Type)
- IS 6315 Floor Springs (hydraulically Regulated) for Heavy Doors
- IS 14912 Door Closers, Concealed Type (hydraulically Regulated)
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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