Distribution date: 12 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 11 November 2023

This Draft East African Standard specifies the requirements, sampling and test methods for shaving creams.

Products Covered: Shaving preparations, incl. pre-shave and aftershave products (HS code(s): 330710); Cosmetics. Toiletries (ICS code(s): 71.100.70); Shaving creams

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 12 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 11 November 2023

This Draft East African Standard specifies requirements, sampling and test methods for permanent liquid oxidation hair dyes which are aryl di-amine based.Note: The product may also be referred to as ready for use hair dye. This standard does not apply to powder hair dyes, plant-based hair dyes, hair dye shampoo and metallicbased hair dyes (temporary).

Products Covered: Preparations for use on the hair (excl. shampoos, preparations for permanent waving or straightening and hair lacquers) (HS code(s): 330590); Cosmetics. Toiletries (ICS code(s): 71.100.70); Hair dye

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 12 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 11 November 2023

This Draft East African Standard specifies requirements, sampling and test methods for permanent liquid oxidation hair dyes which are aryl di-amine based.Note: The product may also be referred to as ready for use hair dye. This standard does not apply to powder hair dyes, plant-based hair dyes, hair dye shampoo and metallicbased hair dyes (temporary).

Products Covered: Preparations for use on the hair (excl. shampoos, preparations for permanent waving or straightening and hair lacquers) (HS code(s): 330590); Cosmetics. Toiletries (ICS code(s): 71.100.70); Hair dye

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 13 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 12 November 2023

Toluene diisocyanate is used as a chemical intermediate in the production of polyurethane foams, elastomers, and coatings; paints; varnishes; wire enamels; sealants; adhesives; and binders. It is also used as a cross-linking agent in the manufacture of nylon polymers.  So, for protection of human health and environment, the BIS standard of Toluene Diisocyanate needs to be made mandatory.The locally manufactured or imported Toluene diisocyanate shall conform to the Indian Standard IS 17916 : 2022, and shall bear the standard mark under license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The use of standard mark is governed by the provisions of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. Bureau of Indian Standards shall be the certifying and enforcing authority. 

Products Covered: Toluene Diisocyanate (HS CODE – 29291020)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 13 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 12 November 2023

Sodium cyanide finds extensive use in the extraction of gold and silver from ores, in ore floatation process, pharmaceuticals and complexing agents, synthesis of intermediate compounds for preparation of hydrocyanic acid, heat treatment salts, preparation of metallic salts, etc, This is also used as insecticides/weedicides; in the preparation of cyanuric chloride, cleaning of metals, as fumigant and in the manufacture of dyes and pigments and nylon intermediate.  So, for protection of human health and environment, the BIS standard of Sodium cyanide needs to be made mandatory.The locally manufactured or imported Sodium cyanide shall conform to the Indian Standard IS 11782: 1986, and shall bear the standard mark under license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The use of standard mark is governed by the provisions of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. Bureau of Indian Standards shall be the certifying and enforcing authority. 

Products Covered: Sodium Cyanide (HS CODE 28371100)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 13 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 12 November 2023

Ethylene oxide is used in organic synthesis, especially in the production of ethylene glycol. It forms starting material for the manufacture of acrylonitrile and non-ionic surfactants. It is also used as a fumigant for foodstuffs and in textiles and pharmaceutical industry.  So, for protection of human health and environment, the BIS standard of Ethylene oxide needs to be made mandatory.  The locally manufactured or imported Ethylene Oxide shall conform to the Indian Standard (IS 5573: 1984) and shall bear the standard mark under license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The use of standard mark is governed by the provisions of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. Bureau of Indian Standards shall be the certifying and enforcing authority. 

Products Covered: Ethylene Oxide (HS CODE – 29101000)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 13 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 12 November 2023

Calcined alumina is used in the manufacture of high-grade ceramic shapes, refractories and fused alumina abrasives. It is also has variety of industrial applications including Structural ceramics, Technical ceramics, Polishing compounds for plastic, metal, and glass, Fillers for Rubber and Plastics, Friction – anti slip, Refractories, Paint & Coatings and Thermal Spray Powders.  So, for protection of human health and environment, the BIS standard of Calcined alumina needs to be made mandatory.The locally manufactured or imported Alumina Calcined shall conform to the Indian Standard IS 17441 (Part 1) : 2021, and shall bear the standard mark under license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The use of standard mark is governed by the provisions of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. Bureau of Indian Standards shall be the certifying and enforcing authority. 

Products Covered: Alumina Calcined (HS CODE – 28182010)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 13 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 12 November 2023

Monocrotophos, technical, exists in two isomeric forms, namely, cis isomer and trans isomer. Of these two isomeric forms, only the cis isomer is effective. This is a systemic as well as contact insecticide and employed in the preparation of pesticidal formulations for the control of insect and acarine pests of agricultural crops. So, for protection of human health and environment, the BIS standard of Monocrotophos needs to be made mandatory. The locally manufactured or imported Monocrotophos shall conform to the Indian Standard (IS 8025: 1990) and shall bear the standard mark under license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The use of standard mark is governed by the provisions of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. Bureau of Indian Standards shall be the certifying and enforcing authority. 

Products Covered: Monocrotophos (HS CODE – 38089199)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 13 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 12 November 2023

Industrial Grade Urea is used in production of Water-soluble fertilizers, Dyes and Pigment industries, cattle feed. It also used in manufacturing of Urea Formaldehyde resin, production of Diesel exhaust fluid for pollution abatement, plywood and adhesive industries. So, for protection of human health and environment, the BIS standard of Industrial Grade Urea needs to be made mandatory.The locally manufactured or imported Industrial Grade Urea shall conform to the Indian Standard IS 1781: 2022, and shall bear the standard mark under license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The use of standard mark is governed by the provisions of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. Bureau of Indian Standards shall be the certifying and enforcing authority. 

Products Covered: Industrial Grade Urea (HS CODE 31021000)

Regulation Type: Regular notification

Distribution date: 13 September 2023 | Final date for Comment: 12 November 2023

Captafol is a fungicide. It is used to control almost all fungal diseases of plants except powdery mildews. It is also used to control certain seed‑ and soil‑borne organisms. So, for protection of human health and environment, the BIS standard of Captafol needs to be made mandatory.  The locally manufactured or imported Captafol shall conform to the Indian Standard (IS 10300: 2023) and shall bear the standard mark under license from the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) as per Scheme-II of Schedule-II of the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018. The use of standard mark is governed by the provisions of Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 and the Rules and Regulations made thereunder. Bureau of Indian Standards shall be the certifying and enforcing authority. 

Products Covered: Captafol  (HS CODE – 29308000)

Regulation Type: Regular notification