IS 9873 BIS Certification
6 products must be certified by BIS against IS 9873 and carry the ISI mark. Find your product and its exact part below.
Products under IS 9873
| Product | Part / edition | Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Safety of Toys Part L Safety Aspects Related to Mechanical and Physical Properties | IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018 | ISI mark |
| Safety of Toys Part 2 Flammability | IS 9873 (Part 2) : 2017 | ISI mark |
| Safety Requirements for Toys Part 3 Migration of Certain Elements | IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017 | ISI mark |
| Safety of Toys Part 4 Swings, Slides and Similar Activity Toys for Indoor and Outdoor Family Domestic Use | IS 9873 (Part 4) : 2017 | ISI mark |
| Safety of Toys Part 7 Requirements and Test Methods for Finger Paints | IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017 | ISI mark |
| Safety of Toys Part 9 Certain Phthalates Esters in Toys and Children’s Products | IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017 | ISI mark |
Parts of IS 9873 at a glance
| Part | Current edition | Amendments | Operative ISI licences | Min. marking fee (large unit) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018 Safety of Toys Part L Safety Aspects Related to Mechanical and Physical Properties | IS 9873 (Part 1):2025 | 0 | 2480 | ₹98,000 |
| IS 9873 (Part 2) : 2017 Safety of Toys Part 2 Flammability | IS 9873 (Part 2):2025 | 0 | — | ₹98,000 |
| IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017 Safety Requirements for Toys Part 3 Migration of Certain Elements | IS 9873 (Part 3):2020 | 1 | — | ₹98,000 |
| IS 9873 (Part 4) : 2017 Safety of Toys Part 4 Swings, Slides and Similar Activity Toys for Indoor and Outdoor Family Domestic Use | IS 9873 (Part 4):2026 | 0 | — | ₹98,000 |
| IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017 Safety of Toys Part 7 Requirements and Test Methods for Finger Paints | IS 9873 (Part 7):2017 | 1 | — | ₹98,000 |
| IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017 Safety of Toys Part 9 Certain Phthalates Esters in Toys and Children’s Products | IS 9873 (Part 9):2017 | 0 | — | ₹98,000 |
Details by part
IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018 Safety of Toys Part L Safety Aspects Related to Mechanical and Physical Properties
Editions and amendments of IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 9873 (Part 1):2025 SAFETY OF TOYS PART 1: SAFETY ASPECTS RELATED TO MECHANICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES (Fifth Revision) | 14 Nov 2025 | Current, next review 6 Oct 2030 |
| IS 9873 (Part 1):2019 SAFETY OF TOYS PART 1: SAFETY ASPECTS RELATED TO MECHANICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES (Fifth Revision) | 30 Jun 2019 | Current, next review 30 Nov 2030 |
| IS 9873 (Part 1):2012 Safety Requirements for Toys - Part 1 : Safety Aspects related to Mechanical and Physical Properties | Withdrawn 27 Nov 2024 |
BIS lists 2 current editions of IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018. During a changeover both can be used until the date BIS sets for moving to the newer one.
No amendments to the current edition are listed by BIS.
Marking fee for IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹98,000 |
| Medium | ₹79,000 |
| Small | ₹49,000 |
| Micro | ₹19,600 |
Unit rate: ₹4.5 per 1000 pcs. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018
From the BIS product manual for IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Raw material requirements:
- The materials shall be assessed visually by normal corrected vision rather than under magnification. (Cl4.3 of IS 9873 (Part 1): 2025)
ISI licences under IS 9873 (Part 1) : 2018
BIS records 2480 operative licences (2596 including deferred, cancelled or under stop marking). Most licensed factories are in Delhi (508), Maharashtra (498), Gujarat (350), Uttar Pradesh (314), Haryana (242).
IS 9873 (Part 2) : 2017 Safety of Toys Part 2 Flammability
Editions and amendments of IS 9873 (Part 2) : 2017
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 9873 (Part 2):2025 SAFETY OF TOYS PART 2 FLAMMABILITY (Fourth Revision) | 14 Nov 2025 | Current, next review 6 Oct 2030 |
| IS 9873 (Part 2):2017 SAFETY OF TOYS PART 2 FLAMMABILITY (Fourth Revision) | 31 Aug 2017 | Withdrawn 14 Nov 2025 |
| IS 9873 (Part 2):2012 Safety Of Toys Part 2 Flammability | Withdrawn 27 Nov 2024 |
No amendments to the current edition are listed by BIS.
Marking fee for IS 9873 (Part 2) : 2017
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 9873 (Part 2) : 2017, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹98,000 |
| Medium | ₹79,000 |
| Small | ₹49,000 |
| Micro | ₹19,600 |
Unit rate: ₹4.5 per 1000 pcs. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017 Safety Requirements for Toys Part 3 Migration of Certain Elements
Editions and amendments of IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 9873 (Part 3):2020 Safety of Toys Part 3 Migration of Certain Elements ( Third Revision ) | 31 Dec 2020 | Current, next review 15 Dec 2030 |
| IS 9873 (Part 3):1999 Safety Requirements for Toys - Part 3 : Migration of Certain Elements | Withdrawn 27 Nov 2024 | |
| IS 9873 (Part 3):2017 Safety of toys: Part 3 migration of certain elements (Second Revision) | Withdrawn 27 Nov 2024 |
Amendments:First Amendment (2026). Test reports must reflect the standard with its amendments.
Marking fee for IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹98,000 |
| Medium | ₹79,000 |
| Small | ₹49,000 |
| Micro | ₹19,600 |
Unit rate: ₹4.5 per 1000 pcs. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017
From the BIS product manual for IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- All possible applicable tests as per IS 9873 (Part 1) and IS 15644
The full type test covers every clause of IS 9873 (Part 3) : 2017; the list above is what can be checked on site.
IS 9873 (Part 4) : 2017 Safety of Toys Part 4 Swings, Slides and Similar Activity Toys for Indoor and Outdoor Family Domestic Use
Editions and amendments of IS 9873 (Part 4) : 2017
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 9873 (Part 4):2026 Safety of toys Part 4: Activity toys for domestic use | 27 Feb 2026 | Current, next review 27 Feb 2031 |
| IS 9873 (Part 4):2017 Safety of toys: Part 4 swings, slides and similar activity toys for indoor and outdoor family domestic use | 31 Aug 2017 | Withdrawn 27 Aug 2026 |
No amendments to the current edition are listed by BIS.
Marking fee for IS 9873 (Part 4) : 2017
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 9873 (Part 4) : 2017, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹98,000 |
| Medium | ₹79,000 |
| Small | ₹49,000 |
| Micro | ₹19,600 |
Unit rate: ₹4.5 per 1000 pcs. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017 Safety of Toys Part 7 Requirements and Test Methods for Finger Paints
Editions and amendments of IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 9873 (Part 7):2017 Safety of toys: Part 7 requirements and test methods for finger paints | 31 Aug 2017 | Current, next review 31 Mar 2027 |
Amendments:First Amendment (2024). Test reports must reflect the standard with its amendments.
Marking fee for IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹98,000 |
| Medium | ₹79,000 |
| Small | ₹49,000 |
| Micro | ₹19,600 |
Unit rate: ₹4.5 per 1000 pcs. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017
From the BIS product manual for IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- All possible applicable tests as per IS 9873 (Part 1) and IS 15644
The full type test covers every clause of IS 9873 (Part 7) : 2017; the list above is what can be checked on site.
IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017 Safety of Toys Part 9 Certain Phthalates Esters in Toys and Children’s Products
Editions and amendments of IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017
| Edition | Published | Status |
|---|---|---|
| IS 9873 (Part 9):2017 Safety of Toys Part 9 Certain Phthalates Esters in Toys and Children's Products | 31 Mar 2017 | Current, next review 31 Mar 2027 |
No amendments to the current edition are listed by BIS.
Marking fee for IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017
BIS charges an annual minimum marking fee for the ISI mark under IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017, set by unit size, plus a per-unit rate once production passes the minimum:
| Unit size | Minimum marking fee (per year) |
|---|---|
| Large | ₹98,000 |
| Medium | ₹79,000 |
| Small | ₹49,000 |
| Micro | ₹19,600 |
Unit rate: ₹4.5 per 1000 pcs. Source: BIS marking fee schedule for Scheme-I products, September 2026.
Sampling and key tests for IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017
From the BIS product manual for IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017, which BIS officers and applicants follow for certification:
Tests BIS can carry out in a day during factory inspection:
- All possible applicable tests as per IS 9873 (Part 1) and IS 15644
The full type test covers every clause of IS 9873 (Part 9) : 2017; the list above is what can be checked on site.
Notifying orders
- Toys (Quality Control ) Order, 2020, S.O. 853(E), dated 25th February 2020 · PDF
How to get an ISI mark licence under IS 9873
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
Is BIS certification mandatory for products under IS 9873?
Yes, for the 6 products listed on this page. Each is notified by a government order and needs a valid BIS licence (ISI mark) before it can be made, imported or sold in India. Other products that merely use IS 9873 are not automatically covered.
Which part of IS 9873 applies to my product?
IS 9873 has 6 parts or editions referenced in BIS orders. Find your product in the table above to see its exact part. Where a product is covered by more than one standard, all of them apply.
How long does ISI mark under IS 9873 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.
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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