IS 1341:2018 Steel Butt Hinges: How Makers and Importers Can Get BIS Approval
Author : Evtl India | Published On : 23 Oct 2026
A hinge may look like a small part, but a weak one can spoil a whole door, gate or cabinet. This is why the government has put steel butt hinges under a quality rule. If you make, import or sell them in India, here is what you need to know, explained in very simple words.
What Is the Rule?
In December 2023, the government issued the Hinges (Quality Control) Order, 2023, notified as S.O. 5294(E). After this order, steel butt hinges cannot be made, imported, sold or stored for sale without a valid BIS license. The aim is to remove weak and poor-quality hinges from the market.
Which Standard Do Makers Follow?
The standard is IS 1341:2018, published by the Bureau of Indian Standards. It tells makers:
- What type of steel to use
- What size and thickness the hinge should have
- Where the holes should be
- How the hinge should be made
- How smooth and clean the finish should look
Think of it as a rulebook. If your hinge follows it, your product is safer and lasts longer.
Who Is Covered?
The rule does not stop at factories. It reaches the full chain:
- Indian factories apply under Scheme-I for an ISI mark license
- Foreign factories apply under FMCS and appoint an Authorised Indian Representative
- Importers must bring in only hinges that already carry a valid license
- Shops and traders must sell only certified hinges
How to Get Approval
Most makers start by asking about BIS registration for steel butt hinges once a buyer asks for the ISI mark. The path is simple:
- Read the standard and choose your hinge types
- Test samples in a BIS-recognised lab
- Apply online on the Manak portal with factory and quality papers
- BIS officer visits your factory
- Samples are verified
- License is granted, and you can start marking your hinges
Papers to Keep Ready
- Proof of company or firm
- Factory address and ownership details
- Product details and drawings
- A recent lab test report
- Quality control plan
- List of testing equipment
Your exact list may differ, so confirm it before you apply. Missing papers are the most common reason for delay.
Testing: What Is Checked?
BIS looks at the steel, the size, the hole position, the thickness and the finish. A hinge with cracks, pits or sharp edges will fail. After the license, you must keep testing your own production, and BIS can pick samples from your factory or the market at any time.
Time and Cost
Please confirm the latest details with BIS, as rules and fees can change.
- About 30 days target when you apply with a recent lab report
- About 90 days on the normal route
- Around 6 months for foreign factories
- Application fee ₹1,000 and yearly license fee ₹1,000
- Inspection charge ₹7,000 per man-day
- Lab testing and a yearly marking fee are extra
Micro and small units may get some fee relief.
The Mark You Will Use
Once the license is granted, your hinge shows the ISI symbol, the number IS 1341:2018 and your CM/L license number. Buyers, builders and customs officers look for this mark first.
What Happens If You Ignore the Rule?
- Goods can be stopped at customs
- Jail up to two years, or a fine of at least ₹2 lakh, or both
- Big contractors and builders will stop buying from you
Mistakes That Waste Time
- Applying before reading the full standard
- Sending incomplete papers
- Using steel that does not match the standard
- Skipping regular tests after the license
- Not telling BIS about changes in the factory
Why Hire an Expert?
The process has many papers and many small rules. A good BIS consultant for steel butt hinges prepares your files, guides your factory and talks to BIS for you, so you can focus on your business.
Conclusion
EVTL India is one of the leading BIS Consultant in India, helping manufacturers obtain their BIS licenses hassle-free. The team explains every step in simple words and stays with you until your license is in hand.
Contact EVTL India:
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Quick FAQs
Is BIS compulsory for steel butt hinges?
Yes. A valid BIS license is needed to make, import or sell them.
Which standard applies?
IS 1341:2018.
Can a foreign company apply?
Yes, under FMCS with an Authorised Indian Representative.
Can one license cover two factories?
No. One license is for one factory and one product.
