IS 8042 BIS Certification for White Portland Cement
White Portland Cement made, imported or sold in India must be certified against IS 8042 under an ISI mark licence (Scheme-I). What the standard covers, how testing works and how to get the licence.
About IS 8042
| Standard | IS 8042 |
|---|---|
| Title | White Portland Cement |
| Product covered | White Portland Cement |
| Category | Cement |
| Scheme | ISI mark licence (Scheme-I) |
| Notified under | Cement (Quality Control)Order, 2003, S.O. No. 191(E), dated 17 Feb 2003 · Order PDF |
Editions and amendments of IS 8042
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 8042:2015 White Portland Cement - Specification (Third Revision) | 31 Dec 2015 | Current, next review 31 Dec 2030 |
| IS/ISO 8042:1988 Shock and vibration measurements - Characteristics to be specified for seismic pick - Ups | 31 Mar 1996 | Current, next review 30 Jun 2030 |
| IS 8042:1989 White Portland Cement - | Withdrawn 14 Mar 2022 |
BIS lists 2 current editions of IS 8042. During a changeover both can be used until the date BIS sets for moving to the newer one.
Amendments:First Amendment (2023) to IS 8042:2015. Test reports must reflect the standard with its amendments.
Marking fee for IS 8042
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 8042, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹87,000 |
| Medium | ₹70,000 |
| Small | ₹43,500 |
| Micro | ₹17,400 |
Unit rate: ₹3 per ton. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 8042
From the BIS product manual for IS 8042, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- Insoluble Residue (ii) Loss of ignition (iii) Fineness
- Setting time (v) Degree of whiteness
The full type test covers every clause of IS 8042; the list above is what can be checked on site.
ISI licences under IS 8042
BIS records 13 operative licences (14 including deferred, cancelled or under stop marking). Most licensed factories are in Rajasthan (7), Kerala (2), Tamil Nadu (2), Andhra Pradesh (1), Chhattisgarh (1).
Testing against IS 8042
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 8042 that applies to the product, in the edition current on the date of testing. When BIS revises IS 8042 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 8042
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 8042 cover?
IS 8042: White Portland Cement. BIS has made certification against it compulsory for white portland cement.
Is BIS certification under IS 8042 mandatory?
Yes, for white portland cement, under the Cement (Quality Control)Order, 2003, S.O. No. 191(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 8042?
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 8042 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 Cement
- IS 269 Ordinary Portland Cement
- IS 455 Portland Slag Cement
- IS 1489 2 products
- IS 3466 Masonry Cement
- IS 6452 High Alumina Cement for Structural Use
- IS 6909 Super Sulphated Cement
- IS 8041 Rapid Hardening Portland Cement
- IS 8043 Hydrophobic Portland Cement
- IS 8229 Oil Well Cement
- IS 12330 Sulphate Resisting Portland Cement
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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