IS 17349 : 2020
BIS Certificate: Textiles - Shoe covers
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| IS Code | IS 17349 : 2020 |
| Product Name | Textiles - Shoe covers |
| Applicable Certification scheme | Scheme 1 |
| Applicable mark | ISI Mark |
| Compliance Requirement | Complusary |
| Ministry | Ministry of Textiles |
| QCO | Refer Here |
| List of test equipment |
summary
Shoe covers are protective coverings worn over footwear to maintain hygiene and prevent contamination in sensitive environments such as hospitals, laboratories, cleanrooms, and food processing units. They are made from materials like polypropylene, polyethylene, or nonwoven fabrics, providing slip resistance, water repellency, and barrier protection against dirt, dust, and microbes.
Why BIS Certificate is Mandatory for Shoe covers
BIS certification is mandatory for shoe covers to ensure material quality, safety, and hygiene standards. Certified shoe covers prevent the spread of contaminants, maintain consistent protective performance, and comply with Indian regulations for personal protective equipment, safeguarding users and sensitive environments from microbial, chemical, and physical hazards.
What is BIS Certified for Shoe covers
The BIS certified specification for shoe covers defines material quality, strength, water resistance, microbial barrier, design, and dimensions. It ensures the shoe covers are durable, non-toxic, and effective in preventing contamination. Certification guarantees compliance with Indian Standards for protective clothing in healthcare, laboratory, and industrial settings.
Test required for Shoe covers
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Manufacture | Required |
| Workmanship and Finish | Required |
Performance requirements
| Title | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|
| Cleanliness – Microbial (CFU/100 cm2) | Optional |
| Tensile strength (Dry and wet) | Required |
| Bursting strength (Dry and wet) | Required |
Benefits of BIS Certification for Shoe covers
1. Ensured Hygiene and Safety
BIS-certified shoe covers provide a reliable barrier against dust, dirt, and microbes, maintaining sterile conditions in hospitals, laboratories, and food industries.
2. Consistent Quality and Durability
Certified covers meet standards for material strength, water repellency, and tear resistance, ensuring long-lasting and effective protection.
3. Compliance with Health Regulations
BIS certification ensures shoe covers meet mandatory Indian Standards, helping organizations avoid regulatory issues and maintain workplace safety protocols.
4. Consumer and Workplace Confidence
BIS-marked shoe covers enhance trust among healthcare workers, laboratory staff, and food handlers regarding product reliability and safety.
5. Market Acceptance and Credibility
BIS certification improves acceptance in hospitals, industries, and government tenders, enhancing brand reputation and providing a competitive advantage in the PPE market.
Procedure to get BIS Certified
The ISI & FMCS are two BIS Certification schemes applied to a helmet in India. We see them one by one in both procedures.
Note: For Detailed Information about the Procedure for BIS ISI Certification
ISI Certification Process
- Documentations: Prepared all the vital documents before filling out the application.
- Filling the application Form: Fill out the application, submit all the required documents, and pay the certification fees and other procedures.
- Factory inspection will be conducted: BIS Officer and BIS authorized team will visit manufacturing premises. And take some product samples for testing.
- Test of product samples: The product sample is tested by BIS authorized Laboratory.
- Examination of Product test report: The BIS officer and inspection team verify the test report and other documents. A review of the test report and other documents sent the test report to BIS.
- ISI Mark certification granted: After all processes are completed, the BIS is issued ISI Certification for your product.
FMCS Certification Process
- Submission of application: Fill out the application and submit all the required documents. And submit the requisite fee for the process to obtain certification.
- Factory inspection will be conducted: The BIS Officer and inspection team visit the factory premises for inspection or manufacturing process of the product. And take some products as a sample for testing.
- Test of product samples: After the inspection of the factory, the product sample tested in BIS authorized Laboratory.
- Payment of license fee advance minimum marking fee: Before granting a license, an applicant must pay a license fee and advance minimum marking fee.
- Payment of performance bank guarantee & issuance of certification: Once the payment has been made, an agreement & indemnity bond will be signed, & USD dollar 10,000 Performance bank guarantee must be immediately furnished after a license grant.
- The agreement & indemnity bond will be signed: The FMCS Certificate will be issued if the product complies with BIS Standards.
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